Kim Hee-eun took to Instagram to express her pride and admiration for her student, Kim Si-hyun, whom she has known for 12 years. She wrote, "Meeting him when he was truly a 'baby beast', and watching him grow into a commendable chef standing before me, enduring hardships with steadfastness, and finding his path step by step. I hope he becomes a true beast beyond 'Baby Beast'."
In the photo, Kim Hee-eun and 'Baby Beast' are seen looking at the camera. 'Baby Beast' is wearing an apron and smiling brightly, while Kim Hee-eun poses with a gentle smile, leaning close to him, creating an intimate atmosphere. The blue-toned large image in the background enhances the clarity of their expressions.
Fans responded with comments such as "My favorite duo," "Always supporting you," "So beautiful," "Lovely people," "Beautiful, cool, cute, and heartwarming," and "Your heart is so warm."
Meanwhile, Kim Hee-eun and 'Baby Beast' gained popularity on 'Black and White Chef 2', where they were known as a mentor-mentee duo. They competed in a 1:1 black and white cooking showdown, drawing attention. The result was a victory for the mentor, Kim Hee-eun. However, she was later eliminated in the TOP 7 decision match 'Survival Battle' against Seonjae Monk, concluding her journey on the show.
Reporter Chaeryeong Lim, TenAsia syjj426@tenasia.co.kr