The cattle's head was naturally cracked open, and the brain marrow inside was taken out to tan the cowhide.
This entire hide is massive in area, and once tanned, it can be made into a comfortable mattress.
There's even more than enough hide for a mattress, so the leftover bits can be made into a comfy reclining chair—in essence, a sofa.
Beef cheek and tongue are delicious with a distinct flavor; their texture is remarkably firm and chewy, rich in collagen and fat, making for a great occasional taste treat.
Li Younan didn't plan to go out today. He spent some time completing these tasks and then brought a chair to the yard.
It was already early August, which seems like a hot season, but in reality, for the high-latitude and slightly elevated Chilco Lake shores, the essence of summer was clearly running out; in two or three weeks, the temperature would drop.
At least today was a sunny day.
The warm sunlight poured down, inducing a drowsy sensation as it hit the skin.
