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Shokugeki no Imitation Chef
By gentlemen dong, 绅士东
418 chapters
2016
Description
One day, a boy with the same name of Liu Maoxing from Chuuka Ichiban was transported to the world of “Shokugeki no Soma”…. For the sake of maintaining his ‘Tongue of God’, he has no other choice but to aim for the peak of the world of cooking! As a chef at the level of “Instant noodle cooking”, Liu Maoxing has only his “Single-use Course” to help him through his difficulties while also helping him elevate his true cooking skills. From golden fried rice, dream mapo tofu, persimmon with green pepper and pork stir fry….to century egg, jade phoenix dumplings and seabream continental map….. The menu of “Chuuka Ichiban” will make its reappearance in Tōtsuki Culinary Academy!
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- qidian
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
Shokugeki no Imitation Chef Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Shokugeki no Imitation Chef
First Impressions
Alright, let's dive into "Shokugeki no Imitation Chef." When I first started reading, I was hoping for a fun, flavorful take on the Shokugeki universe, maybe with a dash of "Cooking Master Boy" thrown in for good measure. The premise of a new chef entering the arena certainly has potential. However, my initial excitement simmered down fairly quickly.
What Works Well
Honestly, finding shining points in this novel proved to be a bit of a challenge. The ambition to create an original story within the Shokugeki universe is there, and I appreciate the author taking on such a project. The action and comedy tags also hinted at a potentially entertaining experience, and I can see glimpses of that intention in the early chapters. The completed status is always a plus, as it means there is a complete story to read.
Areas of Concern
Unfortunately, the execution seems to fall short. One of the biggest issues I encountered was the story's pacing and plot. It felt like the narrative struggled to find its footing, leaving me wanting more substance and less...blandness. The vibrant and over-the-top reactions that made the original Shokugeki so appealing seem to be missing here, which takes away from the overall enjoyment. Without that visual flair and the intense character interactions, the story loses a significant part of its charm. I also worry about how the plot will reconcile itself with the established canon of the original series as it progresses. It feels like it might either need to be significantly shortened or risk creating inconsistencies that could detract from the reading experience.
Final Verdict
"Shokugeki no Imitation Chef" has a promising concept, but it ultimately struggles to deliver a truly satisfying culinary experience. While the ambition is admirable, the execution leaves much to be desired. It's a completed story, so if you're a die-hard Shokugeki fan and are willing to overlook some flaws, it might be worth a try. However, for the average reader, I'd suggest tempering expectations and perhaps looking elsewhere for your next delicious read.
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