A short 2-episode food show about banchans and more. I've always loved Korean food and after watching so many K-dramas, my love for it deepens and my tongue has grown stronger by eating all the spicy pork bulgogi from my favorite Korean restaurant.

This short series provides us with a glimpse into the world of banchan (small side dishes served along with rice). I'm sure if you've been to a Korean restaurant, you will see these tiny dishes spread out on the table. This show introduced me to many different types of banchan and more. It also talks of the history of banchan, different cooking methods and using seasonal ingredients to make the best Korean dishes. Make sure you don't have an empty stomach when watching, as your tummy will growl and you will crave for some Korean food.

However, from a food tv show perspective, I have seen better storytelling and editing. The hosts are OK but they lack personality to hook you in. None of the 3 hosts (manhwa artist, actor, singer) is a food expert and that's OK. But their commentary and compliments are all the same and repetitive. When telling the history of the food, it sounds like they are reading from a script and have their lines memorized.

Nonetheless, I came for the food and to learn about the food. In that, I am satisfied.

A personal story - The first time I had bibimbap was many years ago when I was young and on a Korean Air plane. I had no idea what dish it was and how to eat it. So, I copied the passenger next to me, and bibimbap remains one of my favorite Korean dishes (especially if it's the stone pot version with the burnt rice at the bottom. YUM!)


Completed: 11/19/2023 - Review # 377