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Jewel in the Palace
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Jewel in the Palace (2004)

8.4

Jewel in the Palace is a Korean drama set in the 16th century, focusing on the life of a female doctor named Jang-geum. She faces various challenges in the palace, including torture, as she strives to prove herself in a male-dominated society. The show also explores themes of love, slavery, and the power dynamics within the empire.

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Baek Jong Won is here again to help out an industry. This time, he goes all out to promote local food. He visits various regions and learn about their local produce. By creating different meals with these ingredients, Mr. Baek is able to sell them in rest stops. Yang Se Hyeong, Kim Hee Chul, and Kim Dong Jin are here to assist.

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Baek Jong-won, whose sharp business acumen and cooking mastery earned him a nickname 'the chef with golden hand,' is here to revive failing restaurants. Owners who bear Master Baek’s harsh criticism and take his advice will make their business fail proof!

The Backpacker Chef
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The Backpacker Chef (2022)

8.2

Extreme cooking in extreme places! Open the backpacks and it's our kitchen! The location and the guests are strictly confidential?! The only thing you can trust in the chaos is the backpacks. What's the special business trip dish that starts with four different bags? Starting with the irreplaceable "K-food industry's big hand" Baek Jong-won. Oh Dae-hwan, who transformed from Chungmuro scene stealer to 'National Cook Stealer'. Ahn Bo-hyun, the "Visual Main Store" that occupies not only the screen but also the kitchen. "A spoon of fun powder, please~" "Human MSG" DinDin, too!

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Extreme Job
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Extreme Job(2019)

7.1
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111Minutes

A group of detectives, known for their incompetence, go undercover as employees at a chicken restaurant to take down a drug kingpin. As they gain popularity for their delicious chicken, they must balance their secret operation with their newfound success.

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Feast of the Gods
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Feast of the Gods (2012)

7.6
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Feast of the Gods is a 2012 South Korean television series, starring Sung Yu-ri, Seo Hyun-jin, Joo Sang-wook and Lee Sang-woo. The series follows the fate of two girls whose identities were switched and later become rivaling chefs of traditional royal cuisine. It aired on MBC from February 4 to May 20, 2012 on Saturdays and Sundays at 21:50 for 32 episodes.

A Hundred Year Legacy
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A Hundred Year Legacy (2013)

7.8

A warm-hearted family drama about a three-generation family and their noodle factory that they operate in the outskirts of Seoul.

A cooking contest begins with Korea's most skilled chefs from every region of Korea, with one contestant being dropped every round. The judges, famed as the Korean epicurean, discuss the food they taste and choose the winner of them all.

Recipe for Farewell
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Recipe for Farewell (2023)

8

Based on the true story of writer Kang Chang-rae. Da-jung used to be a sweet working mom, but as colorectal cancer strikes her, she gradually becomes unable to eat. Da-jung's husband, Chang-wook, has never cooked before, but he begins cooking to take care of his wife's health and meals. Chang-wook handpicks decent ingredients and tries to develop healthy recipes to make a precious meal for his ill wife. Although he may be clumsy sometimes, he begins to realize how to treasure the time cooking and having a meal together with his family.

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Paik's Spirit
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Paik's Spirit (2021)

6.8

A reality series introducing Korean alcohol and food culture by Culinary Researcher Baek Jong Won. Drinks keep the conversation flowing as culinary star Baek Jong Won and celebrity guests talk life, food and booze over intoxicating meals.

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Gourmet
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Gourmet (2008)

8.1
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Kim Rae-Won stars as the warm hearted chef-in-training Lee Sung-Chan, while actress Nam Sang-Mi plays a silly country girl, Kim Jin-soo, who trails Lee with high hopes of becoming a food columnist. Veteran actor Choi Bul-Am appears as Master Oh Sook-soo, Lee's stepfather and the only person who truly believes in Lee's potential. Sung-Chan is a happy and bright young man who loves to cook. Leaving the heavy responsibility of becoming the head chef of Oh's famous restaurant to his stepbrother, he explores the world of cooking and discovers that he's actually good at it. When Oh announces that he will not choose his own son to become the owner and head chef, cold-hearted jealousy and competition arise.

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Korean Pork Belly Rhapsody
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Korean Pork Belly Rhapsody (2020)

7.5

A love letter to pork belly -- a perennial favorite among Koreans of every generation -- unfolds with an exploration of its history and cooking methods.

Traveling across Korea to enjoy the heartiest meals, manhwa artist Huh Young-man invites guests to join him for tasty dishes and genuine conversation.

Embark on a gastronomic adventure of kimchi and discover what makes it Korea's most symbolic food of unity, history and ever-evolving creativity.

The Korean table is a sight to behold. Dive into everything from grains to side dishes, and uncover what it takes to create the diverse and beloved meals.

The Recipe
Movie

The Recipe(2010)

6.6
PG_13
107Minutes

A man on death-row wants to taste "doenjang jjigae" (a spicy Korean bean paste stew) before he dies. Television producer Choi Yu-Jin hears of the inmate and researches his story for an upcoming news report. Choi Yu-Jin then comes across a mysterious woman named Jang Hye-Jin who makes doenjang jjigae that brings tears of joy to those who tastes her recipe. As Choi Yu-Jin delves further, he learns of Jang Hye-Jin's heart breaking relationship with Kim Hyun-Soo.

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Hanwoo Rhapsody
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Hanwoo Rhapsody (2022)

7.7

A delicious deep dive into Hanwoo explores the rich history and unique traditions of Korean beef, an unrivaled staple loved from head to tail.

Le Grand Chef 2: Kimchi Battle
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Le Grand Chef 2: Kimchi Battle(2010)

6.1
NR
118Minutes

"Le Grand Chef 2" begins with the Korean president visiting the Japanese Prime Minister and becoming involved in a heated debate over the origins of kimchi. The Japanese Prime Minister makes the bold claim that kimchi is an original Japanese dish which sets off the Korean president. Upon the Korean's president return home he sets upon a globalization plan for kimchi, which includes a nationwide "Kimchi Contest". Then, a lady named Jang-eun (Kim Jung-Eun) and her step-brother Sung-Chan (Jin Goo) compete in the Kimchi dish contest, with both siblings using their mother's kimchi recipe.

Le Grand Chef
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Le Grand Chef(2007)

6.5
113Minutes

A talented young chef in Gwangju, South Korea, discovers his family secret and faces a personal crisis. He enters a cooking competition to prove his culinary skills and find his identity. Along the way, he uncovers a hidden poison and strives to overcome challenges. Will he succeed and fulfill his ambition?

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korean cuisine

Discover a diverse collection of movies and TV shows that prominently feature the vibrant and delicious world of Korean cuisine. Indulge in mouthwatering culinary adventures and immerse yourself in the rich flavors, traditional recipes, and captivating stories that revolve around Korean gastronomy. From heartwarming dramas set in bustling food markets to thrilling reality shows showcasing top chefs battling for culinary supremacy, explore the delectable world of Korean cuisine through these recommended titles.

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