Lin Qingyan travels through time to ancient times, where her husband has just died, leaving her with a little boy of only a few years old and a desperately poor household. Her mother-in-law tries to seize the land deed, but Lin Qingyan stands her ground and drives her away. For some unknown reason, her modern smartphone has traveled through time with her. Using recipes on her phone, Lin Qingyan creates delicious dishes that win over the palates of people in ancient times. She earns money through cooking, improves her family's living conditions, and escapes poverty through hard work and determination, beginning a peaceful, joyful life filled with good fortune.