Exploring Seoul's Hidden Culinary Gems with Jeon Hyun-moo and Forestella

Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube, along with Forestella, delighted viewers with a culinary adventure through Seoul's hidden alleyways on the latest episode of 'Jeon Hyun-moo Plan 3'.

On the 27th episode, aired on Friday, Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube embarked on a 'Seoul Back Alley Tour' with Forestella members Go Woo-rim, Cho Min-kyu, Kang Hyung-ho, and Bae Doo-hoon. The journey began with a visit to a Michelin-recognized 70s-style restaurant known for its beef knee soup, followed by stops at Cho Min-kyu's favorite spaghetti and pizza spot in Gwanghwamun, and a legendary raw fish restaurant in Chungmuro.

Jeon Hyun-moo kicked off the tour by declaring, "Today, we're going to discover places even Seoul locals don't know about." The first stop was a traditional restaurant famous for its beef knee soup, where Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube were impressed by the flavors, exclaiming, "This is amazing!" Jeon Hyun-moo even considered sharing the location with BTS fans attending a nearby concert, jokingly texting RM about it.

The duo then met up with Forestella, who performed their signature song 'Cherry' to lift the mood. Cho Min-kyu led the group to his favorite spaghetti restaurant, where they indulged in a variety of dishes after a 30-minute wait.

During the meal, the conversation turned to marriage. Kang Hyung-ho shared that he met his wife at a local bar and has been married for two years, while Go Woo-rim recounted his first meeting with 'Queen Yuna' Kim Yuna at an ice show. Bae Doo-hoon humorously revealed Go Woo-rim's nervousness during their first encounter.

As they enjoyed pizza, Jeon Hyun-moo remarked, "This tastes like the healthy pizza my mom used to make," to which Go Woo-rim playfully responded, "You must have lived well to have homemade pizza." The conversation naturally shifted back to Kim Yuna, with Go Woo-rim sharing how their relationship blossomed after a birthday message from her.

The group then moved to Chungmuro for the final stop at a legendary raw fish restaurant. In the car, Jeon Hyun-moo expressed pride in Forestella's success on 'Immortal Songs', likening them to his own children. The members reminisced about their appearances on 'Hidden Singer', with Go Woo-rim showcasing his Kim Dong-ryul impersonation.

At the restaurant, they enjoyed a feast of raw fish and shared an impromptu performance of Forestella's new song. When asked where he would take Kim Yuna on a return visit, Go Woo-rim chose the raw fish restaurant, showcasing his affectionate side.

The 'Seoul Back Alley Tour' concluded with laughter, delicious food, and heartfelt conversations. The preview for the next episode teased an exploration of Seoul's nighttime alleyways, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating the next adventure.

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