Aired: 2/22/2025
Kang-rok's dream restaurant is all about filling the blanks. But how does one fulfill an order for a pork back-bone stew that pairs well with wine?
The second order requests "a dish that shatters conventions," turning Kang-rok into a contrarian. Will his unorthodox dish shatter all conventions?
Aired: 3/1/2025
What dish should we serve to a celebrity night owl? Late-night snacks and beer don’t sound right for someone on a diet. The reveal shocks Kang-rok.
Aired: 3/8/2025
Bring out a tilefish dish that is out of the box and out of this world! Who's this zealous tilefish gourmet? Could it be who Kang-rok is thinking of?
Aired: 3/15/2025
Just spicy doesn't cut it. Kang-rok has all kinds of hot flavors in his arsenal to captivate our guest! Don't they say variety is the spice of life?
Aired: 3/22/2025
What doesn’t stand out but is a crucial part of any band? Bring on the bass guitar. Kang-rok composes a course meal that boasts a deep resonance.
Aired: 3/29/2025
Help me get over my first love! Today’s guest craves relationship advice. Kang-rok prepares a noodle dish cold enough to shock him into forgetfulness.
Aired: 4/5/2025
What gratin would a winter-born summer child enjoy? Will the guest go bananas for bananas? Kang-rok's banana gratin will put a smile on their face.
Aired: 4/12/2025
Buckwheat noodles and pork cutlets are reminders of the good old days with her father. Kang-rok is about to revive childhood nostalgia for one guest.
Aired: 4/19/2025
An order for warm soup arrives from a faraway cabin in Alaska. Is our guest feeling okay? Kang-rok fixes a dish to relieve both hunger and loneliness.
Aired: 4/26/2025
I want to try something new! Today’s guest finds it hard to wean off her mother’s kimchi-jjigae. Kang-rok serves a braised dish to relieve her doubts.
Aired: 5/3/2025
Sang-hoon makes a surprise entrance as a guest to celebrate his final day! Kang-rok prepares a sumptuous mazesoba dish to send him off the right way.
Aired: 5/10/2025
Today's guest wants a long and healthy life — and a dish that leaves her with no regrets. Hyun-young joins in as Kang-rok makes a case for longevity.
Aired: 5/17/2025
I'd like a chef-inspired fish entree! Today's guest had fish on special days. Kang-rok's sea bream and seasonal veggies will make this a special day.
Aired: 5/24/2025
Today's guest deserves a fierce meal after a life of hard work. This dish doesn't need to be perfect or complete. Life doesn't get better than curry.
Aired: 5/31/2025
Why does fine dining makes one crave junky food? Today's guest is all about MSG. Kang-rok serves a dish bursting with the flavors of the sea and land.
Aired: 6/7/2025
Today's guest looks a tad young and craves a school meal. Kang-rok whips up some Western cuisine that is served at a school cafeteria on special days.
Aired: 6/14/2025
Today's guest is in a cheesy mood. Be it sweet, salty or nutty — variety is key! Kang-rok prepares five cheeses, an appetizer to rival the main dish.
Aired: 6/21/2025
On the final day, a contemporary requests a dish that piques nostalgia. Kang-rok delivers a modern taste of the good old elementary school days.
