Asian Drama

Under the supervision of the manga author, this drama tells the story of the "descendants of Tengu" who have many original elements for a summer. This time there will also be new encounters. The encounter between 15-year-old Ang and a 14-year-old boy who grew up in the city, the reunion with his brother Jiyu who came from Kyoto for a summer festival, and the natural threat that appears in the process of self-sufficiency in crops...

Adapted from the manga series "Tengu no Daidokoro" (天狗の台所) by Tanaka Ai (田中相).

Tags: Childhood Friends' Relationship, Countryside Setting, Farmer Male Lead, Foodie Male Lead, Teenager Male Lead, Brothers' Relationship, Hearing Animals, Baking, Miniseries, Cooking (Vote or add tags)

Episodes: 10

Duration: 30 min.

Country: Japan

Airs On: Tuesday

Aired: Oct, 2024 - ?

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Takasugi Harumi is a 31-year-old man. Even though he has a college degree, he is unable to find a job. One day Miya, Harumi's aunt who is like a sister to him, suddenly dies. Harumi's 12-year-old daughter, Kururi, has no one to rely on now that her mother is dead. Harumi has to take care of Kururi now but her heart is kept closed. "Obentou," a lunch box, gives them a reason to get closer to each other. Each lunch box has their feelings, love and heart in it. (Source: MangaUpdates) ~~ Adapted from the manga series "Takasugi-san Chi no Obento" (高杉さん家のおべんとう) by Yanahara Nozomi (柳原望).

Episodes: 10

Aired On: Thursday

Duration: 25 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Every week there will be a featured market from South Korea and within it, there are 3 types of food selected as its representatives. The cast and guest(s), as contestants, have to play games and win to be able to enjoy the food. There will be a dressing theme concept for the cast and guest(s) to follow for the filming of each episode. For episodes, 1–4, the program format is only 3 rounds of song dictation. From episode 5, the program format changed to 2 rounds of song dictation, with a Snack Time in between the dictation segments.

Get ready to cook up a storm... but on wheels?! Korea's top chef Baek Jong Won and his celebrity assistants take on a challenge of creating culinary wonders in unfamiliar places, limited time, and with restricted ingredients. What delicious creations will they whip up?

(Source: CJ ENM)

Episodes: 20

Duration: 1 hr. 20 min.

Airs On: Sunday

The story follows Miyuki Izawa, a real estate company employee who pursues "how to make the last drink of the day taste better." Until now, she has mainly sourced ingredients for her evening drink at the supermarket Tsur Mart, but this time, she will expand her food source to include shopping districts.

(Source: Japanese = natalie.mu)

Episodes: 10

Duration: 30 min.

Airs On: Saturday

A drama about the interactions between the owner/chef of a gourmet restaurant that is tucked away in a back alley, and the customers who visit with their various concerns. However, although he is warm-hearted and listens with the intent to help them, he misunderstands their problems and as a result gives misguided advice which confuses his customers…

A variety of mouthwatering dishes are also a highlight of each episode.

Adapted from the manga series "Meshi wo Kurahite Hana to Tsugu" (飯を喰らひて華と告ぐ) by Adachi Wahei (足立和平).

(Source: Drama-Otaku)

Tags: Restaurateur Male Lead, Chef Male Lead, Middle-Aged Male Lead, Short Length Series, Miniseries, Misunderstanding, Cooking, Adapted From A Manga (Vote or add tags)

Episodes: 12

Aired On: Tuesday

Aired: Jul 9, 2024 - ?

Duration: 12 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Eighty "Black Spoon" underdog cooks with a knack for flavor face 20 elite "White Spoon" chefs in a fierce cooking showdown among 100 contenders.

(Source: Netflix)

Episodes: N/A

Content Rating: 13+ - Teens 13 or older

Aired On: Tuesday

This drama is adapted from the manga of the same name, and tells the story of Yuya Ishida, a young editor in his 20s, who became the editor of a sports magazine because of his baseball experience, but went to a women's magazine that he was not used to due to transfer. Temporarily serving there was a culinary researcher in his 50s, Mr. Miya, who is a signature figure in the Kyoto dialect and a popular entertainer who openly gays and lesbians. Although Tomo was nervous, Mitsuya's food grabbed his stomach with ease. Staring at Tomoya's gentle gaze, cheerful character, and occasionally showing cuteness, I was helplessly attracted——!?

Adapted from the manga series "Mitsuya Sensei no Keikakutekina Ezuke." (三ツ矢先生の計画的な餌付け) by Matsumoto Ayaka (松本あやか).

Tags: Age Gap [Drama Life], Middle-Aged Male Lead, Café Owner Supporting Character, Editor-in-chief Supporting Character, Editor Supporting Character, Editor Male Lead, Researcher Male Lead, Age Gap [Real Life], Gay Male Lead, Gay Romance (Vote or add tags)

Episodes: 10

Country: Japan

Airs On: Friday

Aired: Jul 26, 2024 - ?

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

A love story interwoven between Sakuraba Isumi, a short, baby-faced university student who is a great cook, and Amasawa Kyosuke, a tall, sincere police officer with a natural, easygoing charm. Twenty-year-old Isumi is mistaken for a minor and nearly gets taken into custody by Amasawa. Later, Isumi runs into Amasawa again at the convenience store where he works part-time. From then on, every time they meet, Amasawa asks for recommendations for late-night snacks. Concerned about Amasawa's eating habits, Isumi offers, "How about I come over and cook for you?" Visiting Amasawa's home, they grow closer through home-cooked meals. ~~ Adapted from the manga "Sugar Dog Life" (シュガードッグライフ) by Yoriko (依子).

Episodes: 10

Aired On: Sunday

Duration: 30 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

The story follows Miyuki Izawa, a real estate company employee who pursues "how to make the last drink of the day taste better." Until now, she has mainly sourced ingredients for her evening drink at the supermarket Tsur Mart, but this time, she will expand her food source to include shopping districts.

(Source: Japanese = natalie.mu)

Episodes: 10

Duration: 30 min.

Airs On: Saturday

It will welcome customers by opening the second store of Seojin's in Iceland, a Nordic country. The second store of Seojin's will be joined by the president, Lee Seo Jin, Jung Yu Mi, Park Seo Joon, Choi Woo Sik, and new employee Go Min Si, and will melt not only the cold but also the hearts of customers!

(Source: Korean = sports.donga.com)

Episodes: 11

Duration: 1 hr. 30 min.

Aired On: Friday

When Ling Se is about to leave her home to live freely at the age of eighteen, she meets Xu Zi Lu, the richest man in the county who is against her everywhere, and who is rumored to be "afraid of women".

Ling Se is coaxed by him to become his wife. On the way to Beijing to compete for the emperor's merchant, Ling Se and Xu Zi Lu not only become more and more skilled in business, but also get closer to each other...

(Source: Weibo, Douyin)

Episodes: 24

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

This is a love story about a weekend marriage between two people who are clumsy when it comes to love. Fukuyama Kenta, whose hobby is barbecuing, meets Yamaguchi Chihiro, who loves to eat, on a dating app. When he is transferred to Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, he suddenly proposes marriage to her, and the two get married after zero days of dating. Kenta and Chihiro, who live apart in Tokyo and Hamamatsu, slowly deepen their relationship by having barbecues every weekend. ~~ Adapted from the manga series "Yaiteru Futari" (焼いてるふたり) by Hanatsuka Shiori (ハナツカシオリ).

Episodes: 10

Aired On: Friday

Duration: 30 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

This is a love story about a weekend marriage between two people who are clumsy when it comes to love. Fukuyama Kenta, whose hobby is barbecuing, meets Yamaguchi Chihiro, who loves to eat, on a dating app. When he is transferred to Hamamatsu, Shizuoka, he suddenly proposes marriage to her, and the two get married after zero days of dating. Kenta and Chihiro, who live apart in Tokyo and Hamamatsu, slowly deepen their relationship by having barbecues every weekend. ~~ Adapted from the manga series "Yaiteru Futari" (焼いてるふたり) by Hanatsuka Shiori (ハナツカシオリ).

Episodes: 10

Aired On: Friday

Duration: 30 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Model Plawan has been a pad kaprao—no long beans—enthusiast all his life. Offered a hefty sum, he's hired to train at a well-known chef's table restaurant under head chef Chef Oab. His secret mission is to make Chef Oab fall for him and and to become his successor. Unfortunately, he's shaken by the harsh and stern-looking chef who smells like holy basil. Apart from being known for his skills in the kitchen, he's also said to be a serious perfectionist, instilling fear even in his peers. How, then, can amateur Plawan hope to measure up?

Adapted from the web novel "No Beans and Love Me More" (รักนี้ไม่มีถั่วฝักยาว) by Ninepinta (นายพินต้า).

Airs On: Friday

Miya, an ordinary office worker, lives in the bustling metropolis. At the age of 26, she is friendly and responsible at work, although she sometimes has to take the blame for others without a chance to defend herself. The nine-to-five job is monotonous and demanding, but Miya finds happiness in her free time after work.

Usually, single Miya does not rush home after leaving the office. Instead, she intentionally takes a detour down a street lined with restaurants and eateries, sometimes popping into her favorite one to savor familiar flavors or trying out new dishes on a whim. After satisfying her appetite, she will let out a contented sigh.

Such a girl, who knows how to live, is the kind of person you just want to sit next to and savor a meal with...

(Source: Youku)

Tags: Miniseries, Web Series (Vote or add tags)

Episodes: 10

Duration: 20 min.

Country: China

Airs On: Wednesday

Aired: May 29, 2024

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

A new type of reality Korean vacation show exploring both the fun and cultural differences of foreigners who are in Korea for the first time through their Korean vacation travel log.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as of April 2020, the programme changed the format. Until the pandemic is over, the new format shows the daily life of foreigners living in South Korea. The new format is similar to "I Live Alone".

Ji Yu, an internet celebrity agent, was betrayed by Xia Mu, a famous influencer. Due to this scandal, he was banned from the industry. This is why he is now forced to collaborate with a food influencer. The two embark on a journey to Shaanxi's culinary culture. Will love find its way?

Episodes: 20

Duration: 10 min

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Aired: Jun 29, 2024 - Jul 5, 2024

FUN RESTAURANT is a new variety show where celebrities are competing to make a new F&B product for the convenience store franchise. The program looks at the celebs' daily lives that are filled with constant development on some exciting and delicious menus. Celebs compete every week, and the winner's cuisine turns to the product that will sell the stores the next day. The profits will be donated to support children. The casts are led by Lee Kyung-kyu, who has had his own development into an actual product, and Lee Young-ja, the Muk-bang genius, and food aficionado.

Hunky celebrities, who love their bodies as themselves, start a battle for a chance to be a commercial model. The ten contestants make two teams of five and execute various missions while maintaining their weight without gaining or losing it. Who will emerge victorious among the former pro athletes, comedians, Youtubers, and idols?

Episodes: 20

Duration: 1 hr. 30 min.

Content Rating: 15+ - Teens 15 or older

Aired On: Sunday

Episodes: 24

Duration: 10 min.

Aired On: Tuesday

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

(Source: dramasq.com)

Aired: Jun 11, 2024

Set in the final years of the Qing Dynasty, the drama tells the story of Rong Er, a commoner who by chance comes upon the opportunity to serve in the palace as a lady-in-waiting. Rong Er’s cooking gets acknowledged by Shouxi, a ranked palace maid, who takes her in as her disciple. Rong Er formed a relationship with Li Qi, the guard.

A eunuch murders Shouxi, and Rong Er finds herself wrapped in a conspiracy. Together with Li Qi they uncover the truth and also jointly investigate the theft of national treasures at the palace.

(Source: DramaWiki, Baidu)

Episodes: 40

Duration: 45 min.

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

No planning, no googling, and of course, no famous spots! Jun and Kwak embark on unplanned food trips following recommendations from locals. This is the adventure of two foodies that captures the stories of people and the flavors of the neighborhood.

Episodes: 18

Duration: 1 hr. 15 min.

Content Rating: Not Yet Rated

Aired On: Friday

Love comes in all flavors.

Secret Ingredient is the story of a Korean man who gives up his entire luxurious life in Seoul in search of his childhood girlfriend, someone he’s never forgotten all these years, in the hopes that she would fall in love with him, not for who they were back then or who they are now, but for what they can aspire to be: happy, fulfilled and blissfully in love with one another.

(Source: Viu PH)

Episodes: 6

Airs On: Tuesday

Two of the greatest comedians gathered here as hosts! It's Kim Joon Hyun, an all-rounder who skillfully covers all sorts of programs, from eating and cooking to comedy shows. The next host is Moon Se Yoon, a veteran gourmet who specializes in travel planning.

What's more exciting is that the first guest is Kim Seon Ho, a super handsome actor who is very close to Se Yoon. With this young guest from Generation MZ, their trip becomes more delicious, innovative, and dynamic! Equipped with fantastic chemistry, the Mukbo Brothers set out on a journey to Thailand to show off their upgraded eating and traveling skills!

Join the Mukbo Brothers on their food adventure that is filled with spectacular foods and scenery!

(Source: Viki)

Episodes: 8

Duration: 1 hr. 11 min.

Content Rating: 15+ - Teens 15 or older

Aired On: Monday

Ratings: 9.1

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Ruan Tang is a super foodie with special skills. Not only can she crack the secret recipe of any food; she can also use her nose to determine the food within a radius of ten miles. She wants to become a food editor, but her father wants her to take over his restaurant. Wang Moyu, a talented and black-bellied male chef comes to study cooking from Ruan Tang's father. After seeing Moyu's love for food, her father decides to teach him all that he knows. Ruan Tang and Moyu butt heads as Eastern and Western food culture collides creating sparks between the two.

"Super Rich in Korea" is Netflix's thrilling new series, inviting viewers into the ultra-luxurious lives of the world's wealthiest in the heart of Korea. This show is a dazzling exploration of extravagance, combining the allure of Singaporean millionaires, the glamour of the Arab world's Kardashians, the elegance of Pakistan's royalty, and the chic of Italian fashion icons, all bound by their love for Korean culture.

Experience the opulence that defines the lives of these elites. From Singapore's affluent David to Korea's own Hee Ra, resembling Paris Hilton; Pakistan's Royal Anna; Italy's fashion prodigy Teodoro; and Noor, the Arab world's social media sensation with 50 million followers - they all choose Korea as their lavish playground.

"Super Rich in Korea" unveils a realm where luxury cars and haute couture are everyday sights, and exclusive parties are the norm. It's a deep dive into a lifestyle where wealth meets Korean cultural flair.

Coming to Netflix this April, "Super Rich in Korea" is your exclusive look into the hidden, glamorous lives of Korea's ultra-rich. Get ready for an enthralling journey into the pinnacle of luxury and style, uniquely Korean!

(Source: Netflix)

Airs On: Tuesday

Ending millions of years of humans eating animal meat, BF now dominates the genetically engineered cultured meat market. There are people inside BF and outsiders who begin to have doubts about the path taken by BF CEO Yoon Ja Yoo. Yoon Ja Yoo founded BF with On San, who has a Ph.D. in physiology.

Meanwhile, after graduating from the Naval Academy, Woo Chae Woon served in the army, but he now works as a bodyguard.

(Source: AsianWiki)

Episodes: 10

Airs On: Wednesday

City Fishers, the most popular fishing variety show in Korea, comes back with the new season. Let's enjoy the new fishing trip with the three Lees, who are still crazy about fishing, and the guest anglers.

Episodes: 10

Three women who wouldn't have known each other without a fight go against the routine and stand side by side in facing life's challenges. They never give up their persistence towards love and pursuit of ideals.

Lu Zhenzhen who takes her career very seriously returns to Chengdu while disregarding everything for the sake of love. Gu Man Ting who married her childhood sweetheart very early on has been wanting to escape her marriage. She invites Zhenzhen to join her business, "Chuanbailou."

The sudden appearance of catering entrepreneur Liang Qing Ran disrupts their trajectory and the crisis at "Chuanbailou" allows the three very different women to truly get to know each other. As their love, career, and ideals are tested at every level, in the city of Chengdu, what choices will they make?

(Source: ChineseDrama.info)

Episodes: 24

Duration: 45 min.

Aired On: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday