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A good drama, but falls a tad short of its greater potential.
Tastefully Yours starts out as many of the other dramas of its type. The ML is the typical rich and handsome hotshot leading a group of subordinates in a company/business establishment. He's arrogant, condescending, yet knowledgeable.
The main female lead is grounded and bright with gorgeous "girl next door" looks. I remember Go Min Si's performance in "The Frog." It shows her range, as she did very well as a villain. Through the context of the story, they come together. But our male lead's arrogance is challenged in many ways. Completing his task against a very strong and talented woman and falling in love with her in the process. What I enjoyed most was the challenge of winning her over. It was not easy. I lose interest in the main characters if they go from total strangers to starry-eyed and head over heels in love in episode 1.
Relationships should be developed. Most importantly, earn it in the context of the story. That keeps the story flowing and interesting. It also tells us a lot about our characters as they navigate the story together, and we slowly discover, wow, they would be good together to complete the goals of this story. Finding love is the icing on the cake. This gradual development as they navigate through the story not only deepens their relationship but also enhances the narrative by revealing their individual strengths and vulnerabilities. Working together towards common goals, their evolving bond adds emotional depth.
This formula works in the initial episodes. That is until the third wheel appears. The old ex story. However, when Jeon Min appeared, the timing was good. It was right at the moment our leads were on the fence about expressing their fondness or love. I expected Yeon Ju (FL) to wrap it up and send him on his way. This is where my main issue begins with "Tastefully Yours—SAPPORO." Yes, I get it, the backstory with the old loves and the controversial puffer fish issue. But the story's momentum downshifts by staying too long on the Sapporo story. Part of those moments could have been used developing a much deeper main lead relationship. (This would have brought a much deeper emotional impact by episode 8.) Because, yes, the entire story wasn't about the relationship. But the relationship was critical to the story.
The supporting cast was okay. I guess they wanted more comic relief at times.
Overall, I feel "Tastefully Yours" is a good watch. Yes, it could have been better with the reasons mentioned, but the later episodes made up for the downshift. The appreciation for making great dishes in a competitive and personal nature. The love and care of the process, from farming to selecting the best ingredients, was really nice. It was cool to see.
The main female lead is grounded and bright with gorgeous "girl next door" looks. I remember Go Min Si's performance in "The Frog." It shows her range, as she did very well as a villain. Through the context of the story, they come together. But our male lead's arrogance is challenged in many ways. Completing his task against a very strong and talented woman and falling in love with her in the process. What I enjoyed most was the challenge of winning her over. It was not easy. I lose interest in the main characters if they go from total strangers to starry-eyed and head over heels in love in episode 1.
Relationships should be developed. Most importantly, earn it in the context of the story. That keeps the story flowing and interesting. It also tells us a lot about our characters as they navigate the story together, and we slowly discover, wow, they would be good together to complete the goals of this story. Finding love is the icing on the cake. This gradual development as they navigate through the story not only deepens their relationship but also enhances the narrative by revealing their individual strengths and vulnerabilities. Working together towards common goals, their evolving bond adds emotional depth.
This formula works in the initial episodes. That is until the third wheel appears. The old ex story. However, when Jeon Min appeared, the timing was good. It was right at the moment our leads were on the fence about expressing their fondness or love. I expected Yeon Ju (FL) to wrap it up and send him on his way. This is where my main issue begins with "Tastefully Yours—SAPPORO." Yes, I get it, the backstory with the old loves and the controversial puffer fish issue. But the story's momentum downshifts by staying too long on the Sapporo story. Part of those moments could have been used developing a much deeper main lead relationship. (This would have brought a much deeper emotional impact by episode 8.) Because, yes, the entire story wasn't about the relationship. But the relationship was critical to the story.
The supporting cast was okay. I guess they wanted more comic relief at times.
Overall, I feel "Tastefully Yours" is a good watch. Yes, it could have been better with the reasons mentioned, but the later episodes made up for the downshift. The appreciation for making great dishes in a competitive and personal nature. The love and care of the process, from farming to selecting the best ingredients, was really nice. It was cool to see.
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