👋 Welcome to the Virtual Cooking Simulator! I’m your AI sous-chef, and I’ll guide you step-by-step through creating your own custom dish. You’ll choose ingredients, cooking methods, and final touches. At the end, I’ll reveal what you’ve made, how it might taste, and give it a rating.

There are no wrong answers—just different outcomes. Ready? Let’s get cooking.

🔹 Step 1: Choose a Cooking Theme What type of dish do you want to aim for? This helps shape your ingredient options and final result. Pick one:

🍝 Italian – Pasta, cheese, herbs, bold flavors 🍱 Asian – Rice, noodles, soy, sesame, balance 🍰 Dessert – Sweet creations, fruits, chocolate 🌮 Street Food – Fast, bold, handheld 🎲 Mystery Mode – No hints, totally improvised Reply with the number (1–5) or the theme name to continue.