The Backpacker Chef

백팩커 ‧ TV Program ‧ 2022
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The members of this show go to unexpected places with their backpacks. From the mountains to the sea, they go wherever their clients call them. Baek Jong Won leads the team, and Oh Dae Hwan, Ahn Bo Hyun, and DinDin join the team. The four members will pack their backpacks to go cater food. A request sheet is given to them, and they will find out the details about the mission when they arrive at the location. They need to be prepared for every possible situation since they have no idea what will happen to them. What will the members pack in their backpacks to satisfy their clients? And what kind of food will they create in various situations? (Source: Viu) Edit Translation

  • English
  • 한국어
  • magyar / magyar nyelv
  • עברית / עִבְרִית
  • Country: South Korea
  • Type: TV Program
  • Episodes: 20
  • Aired: May 26, 2022 - Oct 6, 2022
  • Aired On: Thursday
  • Original Network: tvN
  • Duration: 1 hr. 40 min.
  • Score: 8.4 (scored by 609 users)
  • Ranked: #715
  • Popularity: #9187
  • Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

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Overall 7.5
Story 9.0
Acting/Cast 7.0
Music 7.0
Rewatch Value 6.0

Creativity in Stressful Situation

This show is a great break from watching the dramas. Just like any variety show, it is unscripted and spontaneous, though we all know there are many edits along the way. We see how they took on difficult challenges and the ingenuity of Baek rose to the top and met beyond what is expected.
This show also shows that teamwork is important. Not everyone is a cook, but each one took part to create several dishes, that if Baek is alone, he will fail the mission. I like to see the true selves of the celebrities.
I also like to see the different inventions of Baek and how the team interact with those they serve.
I like Bo Young; though he hasn't reached Baek's status, he comes up with good ideas and even tools. The flame throwers were cool and handy. Even Baek acknowledge that though Bo Young had been flexing his toys, they were a great help to produce the smokey flavor.
Dae Hwan is also a reliable chopper. And as he has the strength also, can be good in mixing large portions. He accepts when scolded by Baek but not having self pity. He is very helpful in many ways.
Oh what can I say about Din Din. He is like a kid. Very talkative and a whiner. I guess, he balances off the quietness of the other guys in the team. I was annoyed at first, but later just accepts that is who he is. He has his own charm.
It is also good to see these guys go and serve those who may not be in the limelight. I am sure it brought joy so much to those they served even for just one meal.
The last episode is a joy to see, that after all those serving, they are rewarded with time together, cooking what they love for themselves in a beautiful site. Their love for cooking radiated in the show. And they became quite emotional to hear the feedback and the love from those they served. This show does not only show the food made in limited time and resources, but also an expression of love and appreciate for those who worked tirelessly to serve others as well. May this inspire other cooks/ chefs to create delicious meals that warm the hearts of those who partake them.

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Details

  • Title: The Backpacker Chef
  • Type: TV Program
  • Format: Variety Show
  • Country: South Korea
  • Episodes: 20
  • Aired: May 26, 2022 - Oct 6, 2022
  • Aired On: Thursday
  • Original Network: tvN
  • Duration: 1 hr. 40 min.
  • Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

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  • Score: 8.4 (scored by 609 users)
  • Ranked: #715
  • Popularity: #9187
  • Watchers: 1,275

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