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Food is becoming the main star of several Korean variety shows, both existing and upcoming. Whether set indoors or outdoors in South Korea or overseas, these programs feature cooking different meals that captivate viewers.
Though cooking programs and other food-themed series have been around for ages, the conceptโs recent dominance in the Korean entertainment industry shows producers' creative approaches to reimagining variety shows. But what makes these food-centric programs so compelling?
This article delves into the evolution of Korean food-focused variety programs and which series are gaining traction nowadays.
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History of Food-Centered TV Shows in South Korea
Korean television shows revolving around food started in the 1970s. At that time, producers designed cooking programs to teach viewers how to prepare various dishes. They focused on recipes and techniques, with renowned chefs or home cooks providing instructions and demonstrating the step-by-step cooking processes.
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