An Jung-hwan and Kim Sung-joo Apologize on Behalf of Chef Kim Poong on 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator'

An Jung-hwan and Kim Sung-joo step in to apologize for Chef Kim Poong.

On the upcoming episode of JTBC's variety show 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator', airing at 8:50 PM on the 15th, a 15-minute cooking battle unfolds using ingredients from the refrigerators of '2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics' gold medalists Choi Min-jeong and Kim Gil-li.

In the first showdown, chefs Park Eun-young and Kim Poong compete with the theme 'Lamborghini Full Throttle Dish for Kim Gil-li', who is preparing for the World Championships. Park Eun-young, boasting a 4-0 record against Kim Poong, provocatively states, "I don't understand why I keep losing to Kim Poong," showing confidence. Kim Poong, determined to avenge his losses, responds, "I'm on a roll these days," setting the stage for a tense battle.

However, Kim Poong faces an unexpected challenge. He prepares a dish with a bold idea, claiming it's a special meal only for those representing the nation. The chefs are astonished, saying, "It's a combination unimaginable for a chef." But as Kim Poong encounters a crisis during cooking, the studio turns chaotic. Ultimately, MCs Kim Sung-joo and An Jung-hwan apologize to the athletes, saying, "We're sorry to show you this," sparking curiosity about the dish's appearance.

In the second battle, 'Short Track Legend' Choi Min-jeong is honored with a special tribute dish by chefs Choi Hyun-seok and Son Jong-won. The chefs aim to commemorate Choi Min-jeong's 'Olympic Last Dance' as she announces her retirement after the '2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics'. A passionate fan of the show, Choi Min-jeong expresses her excitement, saying, "It's truly an honor," heating up the atmosphere on set.

Choi Min-jeong and Kim Gil-li's reactions are also a highlight. Even during breaks, they stay in the studio, exclaiming "Amazing!" and clean their plates, showcasing a 'national team-level mukbang'. Choi Min-jeong praises, "It's a taste worth waiting 10 years for," raising anticipation for which chef will win over the athletes' palates as the 'medalist of the culinary world'.

Tae Yuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr