This Love Doesn't Have Long Beans

Came for basil, stayed for rich boys and therapy

The main couple/overall plot has the potential to be interesting. I personally found it too angsty, but if you're a fan of love triangles, friendly competition, and interesting restaurant dynamics, then it's one of the better restaurant competition-themed shows I've seen. They have good chemistry, but I ended up double-speed/fast-forwarding through most of the main plotline so I could watch the side couple's part. The side couple was definitely the redeeming quality of this show me- a classic rich boy and a hard-working, morally strong love interest. There story was easy to follow, and a breath of fresh air from all the drama and angst in the main plot. HIGHLY RECOMMEND watching for the side couple Metas and JJ!

Honorable mention of the music/audio design- it stood out to me! I enjoyed how they played with beat drops and overall music design.

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Tell them, tell 'em, tell them the truth

And we are here. That was a pretty good show. Good job. 9.125 out of 10, so round down to 9 out of 10. This was actually really good, like in hindsight, there are a few things wrong with it, but it is actually pretty good. And this is my breakdown of it lol.

I finished this show in 19 hours, go me. I would have finished it in 8 hours, but I was lazy and waited. We meet Wan everyone's favorite food blogger. I like most people watching this, am here from Pit Babe because it's the same people just focused on a different couple, which was nice. There was a lot of second embarrassment lol. I really liked the actor's dynamic and this really carried over in this, but they were flipped. Instead of the nonchalant and mean younger one, this time chef was the nonchalant mean one. Good to see and I think that did that really well. Chef X Blogger was the vibes and a lot of the soundtrack, besides the intro, was fucking bumping. It was so good. Interesting trope broke bitch x chef. They showed Los Angeles and I was in denial for the rest of the show, because it didn't look like it lol. The cooking competition was a really good idea and it was not at all how I thought the show was going. JJ, who played Kenta in Pit Babe looks so cute when he is normal and not a figurehead. JJ and Wan were a cute dynamic because it showed how JJ has soft spots for stupid bitches. His trying to beat up a billionaire is crazy. The fits in this were fire, shout out whoever was on outfits. JJ is Wan and everyone in this show's biggest hater. Wan was also so baddie core.

I made my predictions about Wan winning the competition and of course, I was right. I was calling Wan a biggie. I also said that Kluer was going to be evil, but I guess I was right. But not really. The only thing was that the selling restaurant thing just didn't add up and if I was with Wan and I had bills to pay so I don't go homeless I would also lie. Brokie things I guess. The whole basil-smelling thing was actually really funny. Auto's body was making me wanna act UP. Me when me when me me when. Me when sexy man body, me when. Chef right off the bat violating Wan, and I really like the pacing of this, because I think it was pretty good. One thing, I feel like they could have developed their relationship more, it felt very jumpy and I am just like a little more development I beg.

Not even going to lie I am obsessed with their dynamic of clumsy and aggressive but still care. Chef's rizz was so bad, I can't. I actually fucking hate restaurants like that, that have set menus and you can't order anything but that. I talked about JJ's job and his anger issues. They used the same clips a lot lol. Metas has no one to take care of him? Oh no, something to make JJ's heartless ass feel bad lol. JJ is such an empath I can't. Wan is obsessed with basil because of his mom, that's actually really sweet. And once again I feel like they could have developed their crushes a little more because it feels a little rushed. 

Wan ate too much stir fry and his modeling career was ruined lol. Chef's memories of his ex changing into Wan were very cute. I felt like I was actually watching a cooking show lol. Metas and JJ have the same personality with the whole asshole empath, that is why they clash. The soundtrack was fucking bumping. JJ has no game at all lol.

Irl and in character, JJ and Metas have a lot of tension and I think that's why their couple was so good. I kept saying "The longer you wait wan the more it is gonna hurt." And then Wan tried to use JJ as leverage which he ended up doing lol. Great NC scene. This just explains itself lol. "44:40 Why is wan slim thick? He got no ass but looks like an hourglass. BIG BOOTY ALL IN MY FACE. I can't even focus on the plot anymore lol. He sees him as his father bro that's even sadder. I am gonna be so honest I don't even know what happened at the end because of that big booty. Why is wan slim thick bro? Ten out of ten because of his ass lol. Does that make me shallow or a horny teenage boy? Both." Um yeah, so that happened and that's why the review is higher than it should be lol.

Once again "The longer you wait the more it is gonna hurt." and the show was making "me so fucking hungry." It still is as I am editing this review lol. Money can buy you everything but love. That's something that opened my eyes a lot actually during this. Metas talks about how he only does financial investments and doesn't waste his money, but in the end moved heaven and hell for his man, who he didn't even know was going to be his man. Also, Chef when his actions actually have consequences and he can't just rebound back to him when he wants him again. He should have made it clear he didn't want Kao Suay from the start, but no. And Kluer with kissing a sleeping and drunk person.

So why are you trying to kiss him if he's drinking too much? Haven't we learned anything? Be fucking for real. I was asking how long they were going to be happy for. I was lowkey praying that their downfall happened sooner because I could not take this impending doom. Not even joking, didn't know that Metas was courting him. Good for JJ, doing anything for his friend. That's such a jit move. My sister thinks Metas is very hot. "He's got that freaky look." Uh, I was with Wan through and through because he had no actual mal intent, he just couldn't afford his rent, like how is it his fault that he is broke?

Pretty good ending to a good show. I will miss them lowkey. This show was ruining my mental health earlier at school today lol, it was not good. I did not think he was going to win the competition at all. Wan was so willing to drop everything and risk being homeless to prove his love. Quote of the day by me: "Kill yourself Wan and then make it so he will feel bad." And then I was blaming Metas for everything. "Metas literally caused every single problem in this show, with his wealth. Being alone isn't fun." "Metas redemption we love to see it. Good on him for apologizing. I am gonna be so honest I did not think he was going to come around and this is the ending I wanted, them getting freaky. HE PROPOSED NO FUCKING WAY. That waiting for him was such a slow blow I can't lol" That was a good ending and it was what I was expecting so I am happy. Uh, and that's it. I recommend it lol. Okay bye!

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Cliche with a side of Cute and Funny.

First impressions: First 2 Eps: Oab is an ass, Plawan is kind of dumb, in a cute way., If it wasn't for his friend JJ I don't think he would have made it to far in his life.

Even after the first few Eps, I still thought Oab was an ass, but he got better, though I still couldn't help but thinking of Gordon Ramsay in Hells Kitchen when ever Orb were yell at Plawan, or even the others. lol

I can't say everything was perfect, there were some places where it could have of had more to it, or could have added a bit more in the whole of the series so it wouldn't have been a bit longer then what it was, so it wouldn't has seem there at the end to be so rushed. I'm not saying a lot, but a bit more, it seem at t he end no time went by and there bang Oab is there..

I think they shouldn't of had Khaosuay in this for as long as they did. She just annoyed the hell out of me, thinking she was going to get Oab just because she came back, so shew tried to make it out like he wasn't going to sell all because of her.... The whole thing should have been over the 2nd eps she came back! I do have to say that I loved it when Plawan kind of told her off in a way, then Oab had to be a dick and agree with her... Ah!

Oh and when Kluea cooked "Stir fried with long beans" there at the end, Oab gave a stupid reason about his dish. You are not keeping the restaurant so why doesn't it matter? I just wanted to slap him then.

OH I loved the with Oab and Plawan, I even loved how Plawan didn't back down and was blunt with Oab lol It was just so funny how he was. I couldn't help but laugh at so many scenes in this series. I can't say I really felt it with JJ and Methas but I liked JJ told him off all the time. LOL

All in all a good series to watch, or even re-watch.

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THE ENDING

i was so ready for a fast little joined wedding in the end and we didn't get one!! it even said in the series that gay marriage was legal and that gave me hopes that their would be a wedding in the end but NOPE! overall though the ending was cute and i genuinely enjoyed the show and would definitely re-watch!! i also think that we got a little robbed off of a cute duo (AutoPansip / LeeTiger) but hopefully in the nearer future they will have a series either as a lead or side but either way im happy and overall i loved this show and the chemistry felt better then what it was in pitbabe may i say..

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Não esperava nada e recebi um quentinho no peito

Não vou mentir: fui assistir This Love Doesn’t Have Long Beans sem esperar muita coisa. Título esquisito, premissa simples… achei que seria só mais um BL esquecível. Mas no fim? Acabou me surpreendendo de um jeito bem gostoso.
A série é curtinha, leve e fácil de maratonar. Não tem nada de muito profundo ou complexo, e talvez por isso funcione tão bem. É o tipo de história que a gente assiste com um sorrisinho no rosto e termina com o coração quentinho.

A proposta da culinária foi um charme à parte. A forma como eles usam a cozinha pra construir a relação dos personagens foi muito bem pensada. A cinematografia também ajuda, viu? Os pratos são lindos, as cores são vivas, tudo bem feito e visualmente aconchegante.

Plawan me ganhou rapidinho. Ele é desastrado, atrevido, fofo… aquele tipo de personagem que parece que vai quebrar tudo e ainda assim conquista todo mundo. E o Oab? Durão, na dele, com aquele passado mal resolvido, mas que vai se abrindo aos poucos. A química entre eles é uma delícia. Eles brigam, provocam, cozinham juntos, trocam olhares demorados... e quando finalmente se entregam, a gente só suspira.

Mas, né, nem tudo é perfeito. O roteiro dá umas derrapadas esquisitas. Algumas situações surgem e desaparecem sem muita explicação. E isso atrapalha um pouco, porque tinha espaço pra desenvolver mais.
Aliás, que desperdício de casal secundário! Eles são tão fofos, com tanta química, e quase não aparecem. Eu queria muito mais deles, porque mereciam mesmo brilhar.

Sobre o Oab e o Plawan, se tem uma coisa que me incomodou um pouco foi a falta de comunicação entre eles. Às vezes parece que um olha pro outro esperando um milagre em vez de falar o que tá sentindo. Mas ao mesmo tempo, eu gosto muito de como a série mostra o Oab se libertando das dores do passado sem apagar sua história. O desenvolvimento emocional dele é simples, mas sensível.

O final é bem apressado, dava pra ter mais tempo mostrando o depois, sabe? Mas ainda assim entrega o que promete: casal junto, aliança, e aquele gostinho bom de "eles vão ficar bem".
No fim das contas, This Love Doesn’t Have Long Beans não é a série mais bem escrita, nem a mais memorável, mas tem química, tem risadas, tem cenas fofas e tem alma. E às vezes tudo o que a gente precisa é algo leve, que faz sorrir de verdade.

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10/10 Recipe for Chaos, Chemistry, and Culinary Love

Directed by Nui Suttasit Dechinthanarak, this 2024 Thai food romance series serves up eight deliciously chaotic episodes (46 minutes each) that blend sass, spice, and softhearted sweetness in perfect balance. At the center of this dish are Pon Thanapon as Plawan, a pad kaprao purist with a no-long-beans philosophy, and Sailub as Chef Oab, a perfectionist whose cold demeanor hides more than a few tender surprises. When Plawan takes a secret mission to seduce the intimidating chef and steal his spot at the top kitchen table... well, let's just say things start to simmer
The plot? ABSOLUTELY HILARIOUS. It's that classic hate-to-love flavor that never goes out of style - full of clashing egos, accidental tenderness, and "oh no, I caught feelings" moments. What begins as a revenge plan ends with Plawan and Oab falling into something real (and dangerously heart-fluttering). And let's not forget Benz as Methas and Garfield as JJ - the side couple who stole the entire kitchen! Their chemistry is pure serotonin; from reluctant partners to
"we're getting married" levels of adorable. Like... how dare they be that cute?!
The series looks as good as it feels - vibrant visuals, cozy restaurant lighting, and that mouthwatering food cinematography that'll make you crave Thai basil at midnight. F» The acting? Insanely natural. Watching Sailub and Pon together feels like witnessing two seasoned actors who've been married for three years already - the chemistry is just that believable. Add a well-paced storyline and perfectly timed humor, and you've got a dish that's equal parts emotional and entertaining.
By the end, you'll be grinning ear to ear as both main and side couples find happiness - no cliffhangers, no drama leftovers, just pure satisfaction. "This Love Doesn't Have Long Beans" is a delightful comfort watch for fans of romcoms with flavor, soft chaos, and genuine emotional payoffs.
A feast for both heart and stomach!

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Sencilla y sin complicaciones

Una serie sencilla y sin mucha complicación. Si te gustan los actores secundarios de Pit Babe deberías ver esta serie ya que te da juego para parejas como "KimKenta". Tenemos como pareja principal a Sailub Pon y la secundaria de Benz Garfield, que están muy bien porque hacen papeles muy diferentes a la otra serie. También encontrás a TopTen (North en Pit Babe) como amigo del chef Oab, a Lee (Dean en Pit Babe) haciendo de concinero y el cocinero de gafas también sale en Pit Babe 2 haciendo de chico del laboratorio. En resumen si te gustan estos actores te la recomiendo para echar el rato.

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HISTÓRIA SIMPLES E DIVERTIDA COM UM CASAL TRANSBORDANDO QUÍMICA

Essa série foi uma grata surpresa para mim. Quando acabou eu queria mais.

PONTOS POSITIVOS (o que eu gostei):

- A química entre os protagonistas é muito forte e funciona muito bem, grumpy x sunshine com enemies to lovers. Os diálogos, brigas, beijos e cenas sexuais são impecáveis
- O roteiro é simples mas muito bem feito dentro do que se propõe, criando assim uma história leve e divertida
- Por ser uma série focada na culinária da bastante fome kkkk

PONTOS NEGATIVOS (o que eu não gostei):

- O último episódio foi o que me fez não dar um 10 porque foi tudo muito confuso e apressado, mas ainda sim essa é uma história muito boa para mim


A série é muito boa e ótima para se divertir, todo mundo devia dar uma chance e assistir pelo menos 1 vez na vida.

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