The story takes place in the late Qing Dynasty. Xiao Fugui's grandfather was the imperial chef of Empress Dowager Cixi, who valued him very much. Xiao Fugui learned cooking skills from his grandfather since he was a child and admired his grandfather very much. However, his grandfather was accidentally involved in a conspiracy and was mistakenly regarded as the culprit of poisoning and thrown into prison for execution. In order to clear his grandfather's name and find out the truth of the incident, Xiao Fugui resolutely embarked on a journey. He wanted to obtain 18 golden kitchen utensils with his own strength and carry forward the style of Hong's cuisine. The high-spirited Xiao Fugui naturally attracted the attention of Lao K, the mastermind behind the scenes, and became the opponent he wanted to get rid of. On the way of adventure, Xiao Fugui met Xiao Feidie, a chivalrous woman who wanted to assassinate Empress Dowager Cixi to avenge her parents. The two helped and supported each other. In the end, can Xiao Fugui achieve his wish?