Actor Jung Il-woo, who is enduring the ordeal of a brain aneurysm, faced Heo Young-man.
In today’s (8th) broadcast of 'Baekban Gihaeng' at 7:50 p.m., 'original wonderful guy' Jung Il-woo heads to Boeun, Chungbuk, to enjoy a gracious natural meal with food critic Heo Young-man.
Jung Il-woo gained fame like a shooting star with the sitcom 'High Kick!' and has continued his work as an actor without a period of being unknown. He has been called the 'perfect model of superior visuals and physicality,' showcasing his diverse charms across dramas, films, and entertainment shows. He is especially noted as an actor who suits traditional Korean clothing well, earning him the nickname 'the crown prince of historical dramas.'
However, Jung Il-woo has also faced trials. At 27, he was diagnosed with a brain aneurysm, and in 2006, he experienced partial memory loss due to a major traffic accident, with nearly 70,000 photos taken over ten years. After being diagnosed with a brain aneurysm, he also suffered from depression. He is currently under continuous observation.
Jung Il-woo confessed to Heo Young-man, 'I walked the Santiago pilgrimage trail at the boundary of life and death,' and said, 'On the last day at Mass, I cried and faced a turning point in my life.' The deep stories hidden behind his strong exterior are expected to leave a poignant aftertaste with viewers.
This broadcast will also showcase Jung Il-woo's 'culinary knowledge.' He revealed a behind-the-scenes story about how he learned knife skills directly from chef Lee Yeon-bok while playing the role of a chef in the drama 'Night Snack Men' and food critic Heo Young-man couldn't hide his admiration, calling him a 'culinary doctor.' Jung Il-woo proved his skill as a true culinary enthusiast with seamless answers to questions related to cooking.
Local foods from Boeun are expected to tantalize viewers' taste buds. The restaurant that Jung Il-woo and the food critic visited is a highly-regarded eatery that has been a favorite for more than ten years. A meal featuring a variety of seasonal vegetables atop a meat platter, a stew generously filled with pumpkin, and a dish of wild mushroom hot pot will be presented, embodying the mountains and rivers of Boeun.
The TV CHOSUN program 'Food Critic Heo Young-man's Baekban Gihaeng' will air today (8th) at 7:50 p.m., showcasing Jung Il-woo's charming reversal, characterized by his warm appearance, deep life story, and cooking skills.
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