Grand Chef Volume 1 Starring one of Asia's most popular actors, Kim Rae Won (Thousand Day Promise, My Little Bride), and from the screenwriter behind the award-winning epic TV series Jumong, The Grand Chef takes viewers into the heart of Korean cuisine and explores the undeniable bond between food, emotions, and memories. Sung-chan's (Kim Rae Won) father, the owner of Korea's most prestigious restaurant, organizes a culinary competition to determine who will inherit his generations-old restaurant. As Sung-chan and his brother Bong-joo (Kwon Oh Joong, Damo) go head-to-head, foul play leads Sung-chan to bow out of the competition before the final event. Devastated, Sung-chan embarks on a journey across the country during which he discovers the true essence of Korean foods, flavors, and ingredients... and learns more about himself, his talents, and his royal heritage. Based on a popular Korean comic, and starring the lovely Nam Sang Mi (Time Between Dog & Wolf, Sweet Spy) and Kim So Yeon (All About Eve), The Grand Chef is a delicious treat that will make your mouth water and your heart melt. English subtitles by YA EntertainmentGrand Chef Volume 1 Are you hungry for more? This second helping of The Grand Chef begins with Sung-chan (Kim Rae Won, Thousand Day Promise, What Planet Are You From?, My Little Bride) and Min-woo (Won Gi Joon, Jumong) going head-to-head to see who can grill the best meat during Round 3 of the beef competition. But when Min-woo stumbles, Bong-joo (Kwon Oh Joong, Damo) is forced to take matters into his own hands. With a hostile takeover bid by a famous Japanese restaurateur, Jin-soo (Nam Sang Mi, Time Between Dog & Wolf, Sweet Spy) finding out why Sung-chan left Unamjung, wedding proposals, a master kimchi maker with Alzheimer's, and a heart-stopping final cook-off, The Grand Chef Volume 2 has all the scrumptious ingredients for an exciting conclusion! English subtitles by YA Entertainment
K**R
Another winner from Ya Entertainment
This is a very interesting series. It teaches a great deal about Korean cooking and business in a huge Korean restaurant. Rivalry abounds. Sinister plots take place. Love blooms and love challenges. Love between a step parent and an adopted son is beautiful. Between stepbrothers turns into painful jealousy and spite. When I received word that Ya Entertainment is shutting down, I decided to purchase as many of their series as I am able. Amazon does a good job with availability and prices. This is the best production company. It is sad to see it go. I hope the other companies improve their translations. I always felt safe buying from Ya and Amazon. I would recommend this series. It keeps one intersted for many hours of enjoyment and don't be surprised if you don't get hungry for Korean beef and seafood dishes.
S**S
Modern Korean Cooking Drama
After watching the Dae Jang Geum, the Chosun Dynasty Korean Cooking Drama, I thought that this would be fun to watch. I watched The Grand Chef Part II on Netflix first. Netflix did not have Part I, so I bought the whole thing here on Amazon. My wife & I really enjoyed seeing the entire series. Afterwards we bought The Grand Chef movies that came out before and after this Drama. Note: The Grand Chef movie #1 is hard to find and only available in Region 3 DVD (Korea), you need a Region Free DVD player to watch it here in the USA. The Second movie is available in Region 1 DVD (USA). Enjoy the drama and the cooking.
G**N
Grand Chef review
I enjoyed the series when it was first broadcast on PBS, so felt I would also enjoy a second viewing. It makes the many characters more recognizeable; the food presentations are awsome and the scenery shot on location was very nice. I had the atlas in hand to follow some of the mentioned locations. It makes me want to visit Korea. I find it nice to view a series where emotions are toned down and some things are left to the viewer's imagination. The disc about how the series was made I also enjoyed very much.
S**R
Like gourmet food.
I was sick with fever/chills and severe stomach pains. I couldn't do anything but rest for days, no heavy work, and definitely no food. But I had this around from an earlier purchase.Normally, Korean Drama, while interesting, is something I watch slowly. I get busy, and I forget about it, being that I have several things I could be doing. Well, um, it's been three days, and I've already finished almost all of volume 1! Not only that, but my appetite definitely has returned, even if my stomach isn't 100% yet.
L**9
Great Korean Drama
This is a great Korean Drama. It's interesting and keeps you wondering for the next episode. You grow to cheer on the characters as the movie progresses. It's sad, funny and keeps you in suspense. Great choice!!
A**K
food glorious food
As a foodie the series definitely delivers. Even though there is a link between the episodes, they are in themselves complete as individual instalments. The acting, the content and the food photography are all excellent.
C**Y
Grand Chef
Loved this movie. Great story with good principles and character build. I will enjoy watching it again and sharing it with family.
S**K
Five Stars
Lovvvvvvve this. Thank you!!!!!!!!!
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