Where food, love and loyalty rule the royal kitchen.
First off, the actor who played Jesan, absolutely incredible performance. I have to commend him because I hated his guts from the start (in the best way possible). His acting was so convincing and added real depth to the story.
The male lead was a great addition as well. The way he showcased his emotions and expressed different layers of feeling so subtly through his eyes was just incredible. I also loved how the drama centered around food, with layers of betrayal and treason woven into the plot. The storytelling was captivating with every episode, you get dragged deeper into the world of the palace.
The ending had a nice emotional touch, though it did feel a bit rushed if you look closely. But honestly, for those few moments, it didn’t even matter.
The side characters were also very entertaining, the jester, the chief royal secretary, the royal kitchen crew, and the fourth royal consort all gave the show a good balance of humor and seriousness.
I liked how it began with a time travel premise, a lost and confused female lead and a mean, heartless king. Over time, as they spent time together, you could really see the king’s transformation from cold and cruel to reasonable and caring, even when everyone was against him.
I really admire how this K-drama blended its plot and comedic moments with such rich food storytelling. The directors did an excellent job showcasing a variety of dishes from different cultures and highlighting unique cooking styles and equipment. I especially loved the episode where they explained the engineering behind the pressure cooker and how it speeds up cooking, that was such a nice touch!
Throughout the series, they showed characters bonding over food, using it as a bridge for connection and memory. I loved how it portrayed the idea that a single taste of a dish can bring back deep emotions or remind you of a loved one. There were beautiful moments featuring dishes influenced by French, Korean, and Italian cuisine, and even discussions about herbs and their role in health, all of which made the culinary aspect even more meaningful.
Overall, it’s a shorter drama compared to the usual 16 episodes, but it’s packed with emotion, comedy, and solid storytelling. The acting was spectacular, the soundtrack amazing, and once the story settled into the Joseon era, it flowed so well that you almost forget it started as a time-travel story, until that twist returns later on.
A great drama for a relaxing watch, heartfelt, funny, and engaging from start to finish. Definitely worth checking out!
The male lead was a great addition as well. The way he showcased his emotions and expressed different layers of feeling so subtly through his eyes was just incredible. I also loved how the drama centered around food, with layers of betrayal and treason woven into the plot. The storytelling was captivating with every episode, you get dragged deeper into the world of the palace.
The ending had a nice emotional touch, though it did feel a bit rushed if you look closely. But honestly, for those few moments, it didn’t even matter.
The side characters were also very entertaining, the jester, the chief royal secretary, the royal kitchen crew, and the fourth royal consort all gave the show a good balance of humor and seriousness.
I liked how it began with a time travel premise, a lost and confused female lead and a mean, heartless king. Over time, as they spent time together, you could really see the king’s transformation from cold and cruel to reasonable and caring, even when everyone was against him.
I really admire how this K-drama blended its plot and comedic moments with such rich food storytelling. The directors did an excellent job showcasing a variety of dishes from different cultures and highlighting unique cooking styles and equipment. I especially loved the episode where they explained the engineering behind the pressure cooker and how it speeds up cooking, that was such a nice touch!
Throughout the series, they showed characters bonding over food, using it as a bridge for connection and memory. I loved how it portrayed the idea that a single taste of a dish can bring back deep emotions or remind you of a loved one. There were beautiful moments featuring dishes influenced by French, Korean, and Italian cuisine, and even discussions about herbs and their role in health, all of which made the culinary aspect even more meaningful.
Overall, it’s a shorter drama compared to the usual 16 episodes, but it’s packed with emotion, comedy, and solid storytelling. The acting was spectacular, the soundtrack amazing, and once the story settled into the Joseon era, it flowed so well that you almost forget it started as a time-travel story, until that twist returns later on.
A great drama for a relaxing watch, heartfelt, funny, and engaging from start to finish. Definitely worth checking out!
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