MBC's 'Manito Club' Season 2: A Culinary Mission for Firefighters

The members of 'Manito Club' Season 2 unite as a team to prepare 60 servings of late-night snacks for firefighters. Directed by PD Kim Tae-ho, the latest episode aired on the 8th, achieving a viewership rating of 1.6%.

On Sunday, the 15th, at 6:05 PM, MBC's variety show 'Manito Club' will air its 7th episode, featuring Jung Hae-in, Go Yoon-jung, Park Myung-soo, Hong Jin-kyung, Kim Do-hoon, and Chef Maggie Yoon Nam-no. They will embark on the 'Secret Manito' mission, working as one team to provide a meaningful meal for the dedicated firefighters of Bucheon Fire Station, who work tirelessly day and night for public safety.

The goal of the 'Secret Manito' mission is to present a special late-night snack to approximately 30 firefighters on night duty. To prepare for any situation, including their return from dispatch, they plan to make 60 servings, kicking off a large-scale cooking mission. The members, who previously developed the 'Manito-style Dujeonku' menu, including Hae-shin Kalguksu and Abalone Tteokgalbi, aim to present an upgraded version of this menu as a nourishing feast.

Under the direction of head chef Yoon Nam-no, the members hustle to complete the cooking within five hours, amidst the tension. The mission becomes a time attack challenge, requiring them to finish from order to setup in just four minutes, plunging the kitchen into chaos. Unexpected mistakes occur, leading to unprecedented situations, heightening curiosity.

As the real situation approaches, the tension reaches its peak. Chef Yoon Nam-no admits, "It's more nerve-wracking than working in a restaurant," while Jung Hae-in confesses, "I usually don't get nervous," revealing his hidden anxiety. With firefighters arriving at the restaurant in groups, the situation becomes critical, raising the question of whether the members can deliver a warm meal without revealing their identities.

The 'Secret Manito' mission featuring Jung Hae-in, Go Yoon-jung, Park Myung-soo, Hong Jin-kyung, Kim Do-hoon, and Chef Yoon Nam-no can be seen on the 7th episode of 'Manito Club,' airing on Sunday, the 15th, at 6:05 PM.

Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr