Jess

If you don't like silly dramas with exaggerated scenes, stay away.

7/10 Amazing with some not-so-great moments. It's silly and cute with some social justice points and mildly inappropriate romance. wouldn't be comfy watching it with my mom, but can recommend it to peers. Though this one is full of flaws in my personal opinion, I still enjoyed it and can easily recommend it.

PROS:
I love how much he loved her and how he fought for her and vice versa for her at the start. There wasn't any unnecessary, "let's break up and be apart for something we can get over in two seconds if we just talk it out," kind of stuff. I also loved how even if sometimes it felt preachy, in the end, they always tried to kind of balance it out. It left a smile on my face.
The supporting characters and even the villain are just phenomenal. they made the story sometimes. You will be laughing your face off and then crying at some points as they touch on a lot of issues.
It's a happy ending and I am a sucker for those.

I'm not someone who likes to complain about plots or acting or OST because I go with the flow of the story and accept it as it is. I don't criticize the writer or blame it on the attitudes of FL or ML.

CONs:
So now that you know this, it's shocking to me that this story had so many unwarranted highs and lows with the love story, that it made me consider badmouthing the plotline in my mind, which I never do. I just hated how she always treated him like crap and he had to apologize for everything, even though he had her best interest in mind.
It also felt a little too preachy with the girl power. I'm sick of this girl power, independent woman crap that keeps getting shoved down everyone's throats in American media and now seems to be infiltrating my safe space with K-dramas. they even had to ruin her style to do it(the ugly dress, in the end, distracted the audience from the story because it was so questionable and cheap).
This honestly was the most immodestly dressed FL I've ever seen and I've watched a TON of dramas. I like K-dramas for their purity and innocence. this one broke that. if you're into that then I guess you'll love the 16+ rated scenes. I didn't. Also dislike how they turned FL into an insufferable person at times for her wild takes that made no sense.

But if you wanna have a laugh and you don't care about innocence and purity or rollercoaster love journeys, then watch it. You'll have a blast.

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A Love So beautiful

If you are on the fence about watching this one, it's so worth it.Watch it now. Let me start by saying, I never thought that this was where it was going to lead. i watched it reluctantly because I didn't feel like watching high school drama but it was so highly rated on here rated on here, I was like there's no way it's that good. I didn't even know it was gonna be about time traveling or anything like that. I was literally expecting high school kids Drama kind of thing. And oh my gosh, what was I wrong? I absolutely loved this one. It was insane. The ride was crazy. The actors did amazing, they each made you belive the roll and just embodied it so well. The OST was killing it. The band was awesome. Everything was really, really well done. I see why everybody's loving this because it really hits you right in the family.
They did such a great job with the balance of present and future, by episode 4 I knew it was a ten and couldn't out it down. You just kind of felt like you grew with them. And I really have nothing bad to say about it. oh wait, the one thing that I found was that I really wanted to know how I get met again because she was supposed to go overseas and never come back and so I don't know how they met again. also, I was gonna say that it has less romance focused than I'm used to or prefer, but the whole thing is about love itself and even the love stories that they had in there surpassed several Romcoms because you're rooting for a love that actually came true and made kids.
So this is going to my top favorite list. it outdid Lovely Runner for me. I don't even know who wrote this, but I'm literally gonna follow them and watch Everything they make. It's so good. Just wow.

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Steadfast love transcending time itself

I almost didn't watch this because of the haters in the reviews but I'm glad I didn't read too many and gave this title a shot. If you love the ride or die, steadfast love then you'll love this. There were so many things I liked about this drama that it made everything else I found I didn't like completely forgettable within the best 30 minutes of the episode. I love the way this writer writes. The way she wrote the different timelines. How it didn't feel overwhelming to keep track of everything, and how the sorrow never stayed for too long, because it was so stupid in your in-your-face funny way. Which is what I like. I loved all the integration between families and friendship and how all those subplots could never overshadow the main couple's story, which usually happens a lot. I love how when they're high schoolers, she keeps cute and innocent, but once they step into adulthood, you can feel the change in their chemistry and how they seem to love each other more deeply and we're more desperate for each other.

LIKES:
- ep 1 was amazing, so hooked, and production looks just wow.
-I love that there was a really cute bromance between the guy who was supposed to be the second lead. Instead of putting hatred between them, it was more like friendship
- only ep 2 and I'm laughing so much my sister had to come tell me to shut up
- by ep 5 you couldn't get me to stop watching it if you tried. It's SO GOOD. This has the potential to be one of my favorites of all time
-The way they revealed the story, like a slow unveiling of a masterpiece.
-The concept is fresh and well done
- They always have them masterfully back together. Less cheesy, more realistic, and like something that could possibly happen if two people love each other. Not the time travel part but how they're always back to together.
- I thought they were going to erase the last 13 episodes from his mind and start anew, but I was so wrong, and for that I'm thankful -we were FULLY rewarded for all the heartache and pain from episodes 1 to 14. We got two full episodes of resolutions and love. It was beautiful.

DISLIKES:

-dint have much because the writer always corrected the things I found wrong with an episode. Not much to complain about.
- I was anxious thinking the bad guy would come back because of how quickly that was resolved. For a man we spent 15 episodes fearing, his end was pathetic and too quick. But I'm also appreciative of that cause I really didn't want to go through more hard times.


Overall, if you love romance and suspense put together and time travel well written not to tear your heart out but make you happy then this is the one. I came into it with no pre-existing feelings towards the main ML as an actor, neither loved nor hated him for being overrated or whatever, and I think that helped me stay subjective. I purely came and stayed for the plot and their love. And I was not disappointed.

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Bun appetit to my heart

This is a drama I would happily rewatch and recommend to anyone who loves romance with a unique concept and strong chemistry.
I absolutely loved this drama, and I did not expect to fall this hard. I started it out of curiosity and ended up completely obsessed. I binged multiple episodes in one day, stayed up way too late watching it, and even kept watching it while traveling. It became my little reward at the end of the day, and I looked forward to it every single time. The romance, the concept, and the execution were all so satisfying that I couldn’t stop.

LIKES:
-The concept was so fun and refreshing
-Watching a modern chef experience Joseon-era cooking was fascinating
-I loved seeing a new industry showcased through romance
-Every food scene felt like a commercial — beautifully shot and mouth-watering
-The way they fell in love felt natural and earned
-Strong chemistry between the leads
-Amazing production, music, and visuals
-I loved the devotion and emotional connection between them
-The story was engaging from the very beginning

DISLIKES:
-The ending felt rushed
-I wish it had been longer (14 episodes instead of 12)
-The transition from Joseon to modern times felt abrupt
-I was confused about how he got back to her — I wish they had shown or explained it
-For a moment, it felt like the romance was sidelined for politics, which frustrated me

CONCLUSION: This drama completely stole my heart. I loved the romance, the food, the historical setting, and the way the characters connected with each other. Even though the ending could have been handled more clearly, it didn’t take away from how much I enjoyed the journey.

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Love and family. What more do you need?

If you’re like me and you care about warmth, emotional intimacy, found family, quiet devotion, and romance that grows naturally instead of being shoved down your throat, this drama is absolutely for you.
I came into this not expecting much beyond something “nice,” and it completely wrecked me in the best way. This is one of those dramas that feels like you’re not watching characters — you’re living alongside them.

LIKES
— The warmth. I don’t even know how to explain it properly. It’s the kind of warmth that settles into your chest and stays there.
— The sibling dynamic is unbelievably real. Their chemistry is so natural it genuinely feels like you’re watching actual siblings grow up together.
— I love how the male lead is written. He’s not cold, not standoffish, not emotionally unavailable. He’s kind, observant, worried, gentle — and that alone already sets this drama apart.
— The way romance is handled is so respectful. When he likes her, he’s straightforward. No games, no dragged-out nonsense, no dramatic internal monologues.
— The female lead is emotionally generous. She loves her friend, supports her, welcomes her into her space
— The forced proximity turning into neighbors was such a natural progression, and I loved how quietly that tension built.
— The emotional arcs hit hard. The dad breaking down, the boys leaving, the separation — I cried for hours.
— The transitional episodes were devastating in the best way. They didn’t rush the pain or sanitize it.
— The ending made complete sense. Everything came together naturally, not conveniently

DISLIKES
— I did wish the romance picked up a little sooner. Around episode 8, it briefly felt like it was slowing down.
— The chemistry, while good, wasn’t explosive — I wanted just a tiny bit more intensity between them.

FINAL THOUGHTS
This drama feels thought out. Every choice feels intentional. Nothing feels wasted. It’s rare to see a story that balances romance, family, grief, and healing this well without losing its emotional core.
I genuinely can’t rate this lower than a 10/10.
Maybe a 9.9 if I’m being picky — but emotionally? This was a perfect watch for me.
This is one of those dramas that reminds you why you love K-dramas in the first place.

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Enemies to Lovers

This was such a cute, easy, feel-good watch. Nothing stressful, nothing messy, just sweet romance done right. It gave me strong rewatchable vibes, and I can already see myself coming back to it when I want something light and comforting.
LIKES:
His devotion was EVERYTHING
Super cute chemistry between the leads
Loved watching him fall in love and quietly plan everything
No unnecessary long-distance breakup (thank you!)
They actually stayed together and faced things as a couple
Cozy, fluffy, easy to binge
Music, production, and acting were all solid
Even the second couple was fun and enjoyable
DISLIKES:
Honestly… nothing major stood out
CONCLUSION: This is a simple, sweet, fluffy romance with a devoted male lead and a very easy watch time. It’s not trying to be deep or dramatic—it just lets you enjoy the couple being together. Definitely something I’d rewatch when I want comfort romance.

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Love that heals the ultimate enemies to lovers drama

If you love watching a couple actually be together, grow together, struggle together, and choose each other over and over again, this drama absolutely delivers.

I almost didn’t watch this. BIG MISTAKE. Enemy to lovers done right. I actually dropped it after episode 1 because I thought it felt way too raunchy for a k-drama, too westernized. I judged it hard. But this turns into one of the most intimate, healing, couple-focused romances I’ve ever seen.

LIKES:
-One of the most couple-heavy dramas I’ve ever watched (actual relationship development, not crumbs)
-Watching them travel together and work through real issues felt almost like a relationship documentary
-Surprisingly healing and emotionally mature
From episode 4 I was completely glued to my screen.
-His honesty was refreshing—no games, no guessing
-The devotion between them was everything
-Every decision that annoyed me at first eventually made sense
-I LOVED that they didn't just stop at the reunion.But continued to life after the reunion and life as a couple—full-circle happiness
-Finished it with a huge smile on my face

DISLIKES:
The OST
-the divorced couple's problems were too prevalent in the middle.
-The classic one-year breakup trope (still hate it)

CONCLUSION: This drama completely won me over. I’ve honestly never seen a K-drama give us this much time with a couple actually being in love. It’s messy, emotional, real, and deeply satisfying if you value connection and commitment over flashy plot twists. I judged it unfairly at the start, but by the end, I didn’t want it to stop. For what I look for in romance dramas, this is a 10/10.

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CHEMISTRY wow. skip everyone else

If you love rom coms and you're thinking of dropping this because of this horribly messy stories, don't. Wait till the couple get together because oh my gosh! If you like romance that makes you keep the remote close so you can skip everyone else and get back to the main couple, then you’ll probably really enjoy this drama. This is one of those love stories where the main leads completely carry the show, and every time they’re on screen together, everything just works. I went into this not expecting much, and it honestly surprised me by how hard I ended up falling for their relationship.

This drama started off rough for me, but by the middle, it completely won me over — mostly because of the chemistry and how emotionally satisfying their connection became.

LIKES:

-Their chemistry. INSANE. Toe-curling, scream-into-a-pillow chemistry.
-The female lead’s naïve, carefree attitude and how she never takes herself too seriously.
-Her honesty and emotional openness — very refreshing.
-The male lead actor did an amazing job. Cold on the outside, absolute mush on the inside.
-Watching him fall for her around episode six was beautiful, especially after how badly he was treated by his ex.
-She sacrifices herself for him instead of being selfish, and that meant everything.
-Their connection felt natural and intense.
-The concept felt fresh, especially coming off My Sweet Mobster — very much in the same emotional lane.
-This went from a 7 to a 9 by episode 7 for me.
-NO breakup drama between the leads. YES.
-The ML is ALL man — the way he handled her and protected her was chef’s kiss.
-Loved how she didn’t let misunderstandings tear them apart.
-The male lead’s heart toward the second male lead and how respectful he tried to be.
-The second male lead actually had great potential with his own love interest.
-All the cooking, food, and restaurant world — I love seeing a new industry through a romance drama.
-His devotion. The way he pursued her parents and was willing to face consequences for her.
-Cold exterior, softest interior. My favorite trope.

DISLIKES:

-The casual attitude toward affairs and making light of marriage.
-stupid talking horse. why?why?
-this write ruined anymore drama for me with her bad writeming. almost happened here but I'm glad I stayed cause the Main Leads carried this.

-Episodes 1–3 were a COMPLETE mess. Sloppy storytelling and confusing character introductions. I had no idea what I was looking at.
-The mob characters were annoying and added nothing at first.
-The thug-and-his-mom storyline and all the ajumma antics were completely irrelevant.
-This should have been tighter. Cutting unnecessary side stories could’ve made this a perfect 12–16 episode drama.


This is one of those dramas where the main couple makes everything worth it. Yes, it’s messy. Yes, the beginning is rough. And yes, there are way too many unnecessary side plots. But the romance? The chemistry? The emotional payoff? Absolutely worth it.

If you’re watching for a deeply devoted male lead, insane chemistry, no breakup nonsense, and a romance that slowly sneaks up on you — this one delivers. I stayed for the love story, and I don’t regret it.

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Romantic Time travel done right

Why I didn't watch this sooner, I'll never know. I couldn't put it down. I came for the love, the romance, and the usual, and this one was everything but. It's offbeat, extravagant, flawed, and beautiful. It's done so well, and it's so relatable and lovely. Watch it now; you won't regret it.

LIKES:
-chemistry is great
-the way they introduced the characters, the way the story was presented
-the concept is fresh and cool
-the redemption of the FL
-love how all the times he traveled to made sense and everything was connected
-character Development was on point
-the way they didnt use her scam as the main conflict to break them up and drag the drama but as a stepping to stone to something real
-they kept it half scary half fun and a little depressing. It all made sense and that's asking a love for a fantasyish drama.
-the costuming, the music, the direction and special effects were top tier
-the end of every episode is just chef's kiss
-the solution to the big conflict at the end made sense and it was both simple and complicated.
DISLIKES:
- I barely have any; just nitpicking.
- I wanted more couple time, but with only 12 episodes, I get why we didn't get as much. There's plenty for only 12 episodes.
‐ the transformation of the obese sister could have been better executed. There was no reveal for her hard work because we in one scene.We saw her losing some weight but still being really overweight, and then the next scene she was back to normal.And nobody cared. no one mentioned anything.

I realized it wasn't 16 episodes when I hit episode 11; I was shocked. Usually, I say dramas could have ended on the 12th episode to stop the dragging of unnecessary conflict, but this one... Just wow.

all in all someone give this director and write a trophy. They worked hard and it shows. This was an awesome watch. Just art.

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I was expecting Healer or W and I got bad melodrama Instead

So I came into this expecting to see what the poster promised: a man with blades growing from his body while he sits on top of buildings and wraps himself in bandages, far away from the world, but nope.
I got a horrible, immature little boy who is the worst dad in ML kdrama history and who physically assaults his employees without repercussion. The main reason was that I came for action and love, and all I got was teenage-level angst and tons of breakups for no reason that made no sense. A boy is just neglected and used to further the plotline when needed, and powers that they use to further the story when they need it.
They never said where or when his powers came in, or explored it deeply enough. He never fought injustice or really helped anybody. So this wasn't the superhero love story they promised with the poster.
Super disappointed. Hated it. In the end, it became a background show, and the ending was so abrupt and made no sense. Why were you hiding all this time just to show everyone your powers in the end? Made no sense.

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I could watch it over and over again

This one surprised me. It was funny, witty, FULL of romance and love. What I LOVED THE MOST was that it had no angst or stupid breakups. This is the first drama in which I've seen the main ML act so cute and obsessed and devoted to his FL and I'm here it.
It did take me a while to get into, like until episode 4 or 5, I wasn't super into it. I kept taking breaks because they took a long time to show her job instead of just getting straight to the romance, but in hindsight I get it. We got close to the characters and understand why they act the way they do.
My only qualm was in the middle with the plot about the anti and his mom. I felt they lost their way or missed some filling days and had to edit it together in a convincing way. The way they presented it made no sense, and I was so lost because there was no precedent for his explosive reaction. But then they went back to being themselves like the drama I knew and loved and that's when I realized I could watch this over and over again without any regret.

Overall an awesome watch. It was surprising how happy I felt watching it and how obsessed I got with it in the end, because I was not into it at the start, but it was so well done, it shot up to a 9.5 for me.

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WATCH IT NOW!!

You know, when you see something so beautiful, you can't bring yourself to take a photo because you'll miss out on the moment, and you just wanna stay and enjoy it, that's how I felt about this one. Usually, I take notes and have a running list of my likes and dislikes. This one I couldn't even bring myself to start one cause all I had were likes. I don't care who you are, you can relate and might actually love this drama. The way they wrote it doesn't give you time to be bored. The actors' range and emotions, and just the storyline itself, are just stunning.
The whole time, I was just amazed I couldn't find anything to complain about. Lately, I've been complaining about something in every drama, but this one left me speechless.
I loved how we got to understand all the characters. I love how their love carries through to everyone in them. Their love wasn't super fickle, and if there were real conflicts that kept them apart, it made sense, we understood why, and it never lasted very long, giving the story a great pace for me.

I was not planning on watching it because of his female personalities. I'm someone who likes strong, manly male leads, and the trailer didn't look like he was going to be, but oh my gosh, was I wrong. WATCH IT NOW. Literally stop reading this and go watch it. Especially if you like romance.

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100% love with kisses sprinkled all throughout

One of my favorite dramas of all time because of how awesome the love between the couple was and how they basically only focused on them and they didn't try to fluff it up or add unnecessary parts every part was almost always completely necessary and it explained a piece of the story that you needed to know. I really liked how it was a lighthearted and how even the sad parts were understandable and you didn't feel mad because it was not like an understandable breakup it was really nice I really really liked it and I liked how they went into their lives even after they got married which usually drama don't do and I really love seeing that and I feel like my characters got married enough together for the rest of their lives which I love.
Also can I add that the female lead was so strong she had a spinal like anything I've ever seen before usually they'll let the villain walk all over them this girl had to come back every single time and she did not fail I loved it that was so good I've never seen that before in drama so also I recommend it for that.
The rewatch value for this is so high just because I will recommend this to anybody since it's just so fun to watch and it's really cute so yeah if you like where couples stay together no matter what and just love each other then you will like this one a lot it's just so cute so fun.

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Criminally Good, Completely Addictive

do you like rom coms? WATCH IT!! If you like devoted male leads, found family, comedy that actually lands you'll love this. I honestly cannot believe it took me this long to watch it. The entire time I was watching, I kept thinking about how fun it’s going to be to rewatch this in a few years when I’ve forgotten everything. That’s how good it is.

This drama completely surprised me. It’s well written, well paced, funny, emotional, and incredibly satisfying. Every character makes sense, every conflict feels earned, and instead of dragging things out with unnecessary breakups, it keeps introducing fresh problems that actually help the characters grow. I fell more in love with it as it went on, which rarely happens for me.

LIKES:

-The male lead. Period. Kind, gentle, devoted, emotionally steady, and SO lovable. Watching him slowly heal was my favorite part of the entire drama.

-The female lead is sweet, understanding, and refreshing. She communicates, apologizes when needed, and never treats him poorly.

-Their romance felt natural and sincere.

-Such a unique concept — former thugs becoming good people and running a company, done in a way that actually works.

-The ML fits his role perfectly. If anyone asks who should be cast as a CEO again, it’s him.

-Genuinely funny. I laughed out loud almost every episode.

-Conflicts get resolved in ways that make sense instead of dragging out pointless breakups.

-Great character development across the board. I loved learning everyone’s backstory.

-No ugly love triangle nonsense. Characters come together instead of turning evil.

-Every time I thought it would become predictable, it proved me wrong.

-By episodes 11–15, I loved it even more than I did at the start.


DISLIKES:

-The second male lead deserved a love interest. He grew so much by the end, and I really wish he had gotten someone.


This is a 10/10 for me, easily. One of my favorite romances I’ve watched in a long time. It’s funny, heartfelt, healing, and incredibly rewatchable. The devotion, the growth, the warmth — everything worked. I genuinely regret not watching this when it first came out in 2024, because this is exactly the kind of drama I’m always looking for.

If you love soft, devoted male leads and romances that make you feel safe and happy, do not skip this one.

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