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“Queen of Tears”: The Korean Drama That’s Breaking Hearts and Records on Netflix

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  It was one of the popular dramas in Korea : “Queen of Tears” South Korea continues to lead the world in emotional storytelling—and Queen of Tears is a shining example of why K-dramas are loved across the globe. Blending romance, heartbreak, and unexpected humor, this Netflix sensation has become one of the most talked-about Korean series of 2024 and 2025. NAVER SEARCH A Love Story That Feels Real Queen of Tears tells the story of Baek Hyun-woo (played by Kim Soo-hyun), a humble legal director, and Hong Hae-in (played by Kim Ji-won), the icy heiress of a powerful conglomerate. On the outside, they’re the picture of a perfect power couple. But behind closed doors, their marriage is on the verge of collapse. As the two navigate personal pain, corporate pressure, and a deep emotional divide, they begin to rediscover the love they thought was lost. It’s a story about broken hearts, second chances, and the quiet strength it takes to stay in love when everything else is falling...

Netflix’s “Doctor Slump”: A Charming Rom-Com That Hits Close to Home

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  One of the Top 10 Most Popular Netflix Korean Dramas 2024-2025 Have you ever felt stuck in life despite doing everything right? That’s the heart of Doctor Slump , one of Netflix’s most unexpectedly relatable Korean dramas in recent years. Blending romantic comedy with real-life issues like burnout, mental health, and self-worth, this K-drama is more than just feel-good entertainment—it’s a mirror to modern life. NAVER SEARCH A Story of Second Chances and Real Emotions Doctor Slump follows two high-achieving doctors—Yeo Jung-woo (played by Park Hyung-sik) and Nam Ha-neul (played by Park Shin-hye)—who meet again at rock bottom after years of rivalry in school. Once known for their brilliance, both now find themselves emotionally and professionally burned out. When they unexpectedly become neighbors, their shared struggles create an unexpected bond—and eventually, something more. The drama is lighthearted yet meaningful, with plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. But it also dives de...

[Snack] Korean frozen hot dogs(Corn dogs), how to make Crispy(outside) and soft(inside) without air fryer

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Watch how to make 'tasty Korean frozen hot dogs' on YOUTUBE.  Today, we are going to make 'Korean frozen hot dogs(Corn dogs)' Crispy(outside) and soft(inside) without air fryer.  Many Koreans have an air fryer at home. It became famous cooker in Korea. We cook many dishes at home by using cooking oil. So it was the groundbreaking invention for a family cook(usuaslly moms in Korea). However, an air fryer is a little expensive and many Koreans who live alone don't have it. So I use a frying pan which anyone might have.  Anyway, we have frozen hot dogs(corn dogs) in Korea. Actually, hot dogs in Korea means corn dogs in U.S.A. We have many kinds of frozen hot dogs(corn dogs). mozzarella hot dog, potato hot dogs, chicken breast hot dog, etc. However, I think original hot dogs(corn dogs) is the best if you know how to make it crispy(outside) and soft(inside). Then, let's make it crispy and soft! Ingredients Frozen hot dogs(corn dogs), cookin...

[One bowl meal& with drinks] Korean bibimmyeon with sea snail, kkakdugi and Beef Loin (from I live alone) bibimnooddle Spicy Noodles

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Watch how to make 'Korean bibimmyeon' on YOUTUBE  Today, we are going to make Korean bibimmyeon.  Bibimmyeon is spicy noodles. It is one of the popular ramyeon in Korea. A Can of sea snails(whelks) is also famous canned food in Korea. About ten years ago, some entertainers had made Bibimmyeon with sea snails(whelks) on TV program. So this one bowl meal(Bibimmyeon with sea snail) had became famous.  And then, three days ago, Kim Hyeong Jun(a singer in Korea) made this meal on 'I live alone', one of the Korean famous TV shows. So again, this food became famous. He made bibimmyeon with sea snails(whelks), Leaf Mustard Kimchi. However, I don't have Leaf Mustard Kimchi. So I make it with kkakdugi(cubed radish kimchi). Then, let's make Korean bibimmyeon with sea snail, kkakdugi. Ingredients(3~4 servings) 5 Bibimmyeon(including noodles and sauce), 1 can of sea snails(whelks), 1 bowl of kkakdugi(cubed radish kimchi), 600g Beef Loin Dir...

[Sidedish] 계란말이 (Gyeran-mari from Italy ojingeo sundae)

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Watch how to make 'Korean Rolled Omelet(eggs)' on YOUTUBE Today, we are making ‘ 계란말이 ( Gyeran-mari) , rolled eggs.   It's my favorite side dish! It tastes good and easy to make!   Egg is known as a super food in Korea.   So we have lots of Korean food cooked with eggs.   'Gyeran-mari' is not only one of the best side dishes with cooked rice in Korea, but also famous food with alcohol. Many Korean pubs sell 'Gyeran-mari' for alcohol. For example, 'Gyeran-mari' is one of the popular menu in franchise pubs made by Mr. Baek(Baek Jong won is very famous chef, food researcher, entertainer, writer, essayist and businessman) How interesting it is!  Anyway, it can be cooked easily at home! Then, let's make  ‘ 계란말이 ( Gyeran-mari) , rolled eggs. Ingredients(2~3 serving) 4 eggs, 3~4 pinches of salt, cooking oil   1 spatula, 1 big spoon Direction ** From beginning to the end Ov...

[Sidedish] Korean Gim side dish (laver side dish), Gimmuchim, how to make side dish using gim món trộn Kim 김무침

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Watch how to make 'Korean Gim muchim' on YOUTUBE Today we are going to make 'Gimmuchim' Gim in Korean is Laver in English. Koreans have lots of dishes with Laver. Laver is very cheasp and so delicious in Korea. You can see many kinds of laver in the Korean market. Most Koreans eat two kinds of laver. One is seasoned laver with salt and sesame oil. You just eat seasoned laver with cooked rice. No need any other things. The other is dried laver without seasoning. Dried laver isn't seasoned. So many Koreans eat it with Kimchi or some soy sauce. It tastes better. Today, we use dried laver without seasoning. Then let's make Gim muchim! Ingredients(2~3 servings) 20 sheets of Dried gim 1/6 carrot some green onion  1 chilli pepper 2 tablespoons thick soysauce 1/2 tablespoon dasida 1&1/2 tablespoons starch syrup 1&1/2 tablespoons sesame oil  1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon pepper 1/2 ...

[Side dish] Stir-fried fish cake (stir-fried eomuk) Korean fish cake chả cá xào Korean food culture

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Watch   how to make   'Stir-fried fish cake '  on YOUTUBE Today, we are making 'Stir-fried fish cake' Do you know ‘eomuk’? ‘eomuk’ is called ‘fish cake’ in English.     However, It is a little awkward to call ‘eomuk’ ‘Fish cake’. That’s because it is not a cake made of fish!!!   ‘eomuk’ is a food that made by the combination of fish paste. It contains fish with salt, sugar, water, flour, egg and so on.   So ‘eo’ of ‘eomuk’ means ‘fish’ and ‘muk’ means ‘paste’   Many Koreans usually make ‘eomuk soup’ with ‘eomuk’. But Today, we are going to make ‘stir-fried eomuk’ Now, let's make  'Stir-fried fish cake' Ingredients (2~3 servings) : eomuk, carrot, green onion, onion, chili pepper, thick soy sauce, sesame oil, pepper, dasida, sugar, minced garlic, cooking oil Directions 1.  Cut all kinds of eomuk into bite-size pieces 2. Cut othe...