Choi Gang-rok Meets Kim Tae-ho PD! Japanese Food Enthusiast Exploration Show ‘Food Enthusiast’ Launching on the 12th

Chef Choi Gang-rok, who made it to the final TOP2 in ‘Black and White Chef: Cooking Class War Season 2’ and caused a nationwide syndrome, has teamed up with Kim Tae-ho PD's production company TEO. On the 8th, TEO announced that Chef Choi Gang-rok's first solo web entertainment ‘Food Enthusiast’ will premiere on January 12 at 6 PM through the official YouTube channel.

‘Food Enthusiast’ features Choi Gang-rok, a self-proclaimed ingredient expert, as he obsessively explores local Japanese ingredients like a true enthusiast. Directed by PD Chae Song-yi, who directed Netflix’s ‘Subjective Restaurant’, the show consists of a total of 6 episodes that will deeply illuminate Choi Gang-rok's unique culinary worldview.

‘Stewing Human’ Choi Gang-rok, Unleashing His Quirky Enthusiast Side

Starting his culinary journey with the comic 〈Mr. Sushi King〉, Choi Gang-rok gained fame by winning 〈MasterChef Korea 2〉. Recently, he has entered a second peak of his career through the ‘Black and White Chef’ series. Especially, his unique quirky expressions hidden behind his introverted personality, such as “It’s me, perilla oil” and “I will title it as stewing,” have generated numerous memes, earning him the nickname ‘Stewing Human of Desire’.

His distinctive character shone in the released teaser video. When asked by the production team, “Are you an otaku, Chef?” he firmly replied, “No,” but then immediately showcased his knowledge of animations like 〈Vagabond〉, 〈Slam Dunk〉, and 〈Demon Slayer〉, practicing moves from 〈Attack on Titan〉, making the scene burst into laughter. The poster released alongside shows Choi Gang-rok transformed into a ‘Fish Human’ against the backdrop of Japanese streets, with the phrase “I indulge in this taste,” hinting at the program's cheerful nature.

Love for Sushi and Deep Knowledge... Anticipating Synergy with TEO

Choi Gang-rok, who even studied abroad in Japan due to his passion for sushi, is expected to showcase Japanese ingredients and culinary culture, which he knows best, without reservation through ‘Food Enthusiast’. A representative from TEO expressed high expectations, stating, “Viewers will witness the essence of ‘food enthusiasm’ where Choi Gang-rok's unique quirkiness and seriousness intersect.”

Before the emotions from ‘Black and White Chef 2’ have even faded, fans are already showing a hot reaction to the news of Choi Gang-rok's solo entertainment. Choi Gang-rok's persistent and humorous culinary journey ‘Food Enthusiast’ will begin its first episode on the 12th and will meet viewers weekly.