Exciting Culinary Showdown on JTBC's 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator'

Son Jong-won shares stories about Jo In-sung.

Tonight at 8:50 PM, JTBC's 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator' (directed by Lee Chang-woo and Lee Rin-ha) will feature a 15-minute cooking battle with Kyuhyun's refrigerator, known for his impressive culinary skills.

First, a cooking showdown between Choi Kang-rok and Jung Ho-young will take place under the theme of 'Recipes You Can Follow,' inspired by Kyuhyun, who often cooks by watching chefs' recipe videos. Choi Kang-rok, returning to 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator' after about a year as the winner of 'Black and White Chef 2,' faces Jung Ho-young, who was fourth at the time. Choi confidently states, "I'm not nervous today," showcasing a changed demeanor.

In the ensuing battle, both chefs provide friendly recipe explanations while cooking, satisfying 'cooking master' Kyuhyun. Choi Kang-rok adopts an educational cooking show style, while Jung Ho-young opts for a home shopping style, sharing their cooking tips and adding entertainment. Choi, in particular, adds humor to his explanations, bringing smiles to everyone. Meanwhile, Choi Hyun-seok, assisting with a 5-minute check, tasted Choi Kang-rok's dish and displayed a meaningful expression, sparking curiosity.

The second battle features Son Jong-won and Kim Poong, who were once close enough to receive the 'Best Couple Award,' competing under the theme of 'Whiskey Pairing Dishes.' The two, who have faced off only once before, express their anticipation for the rematch. Kim Poong reveals, "I studied by attending whiskey gatherings in my youth," while Son Jong-won, known as 'Nice Guy,' confidently shares his experience as a whiskey ambassador alongside Jo In-sung.

The intense rematch adds tension, with Son Jong-won surprisingly appealing to Kyuhyun, shocking everyone. Kim Sung-joo comments, "It's the first time I've seen Chef Son Jong-won trying to attract attention." Meanwhile, Kim Poong, who has been honing his cooking skills by absorbing chefs' techniques, plans to reinterpret Son Jong-won's signature dish. After tasting one dish, Kyuhyun expresses deep admiration, saying, "I want to consider you my mentor," raising anticipation for the culinary creations.

Choi Kang-rok's return and the long-awaited rematch between Son Jong-won and Kim Poong can be seen tonight at 8:50 PM on JTBC's 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator.'

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