Original subtitles

(All characters, organizations, places, and events are fictional.)

Try to remember.

Not him,

but the things you really love.

I used to love this so much.

Why did I not eat this, like a fool?

What is...

love?

Pardon?

What do you think...

love is?

Here it comes!

I'll beat you!

- Bring it on. - My goodness.

- I'll get you! - You silly goose.

You're giving your daddy a hard time.

Being able to...

gladly give your liver or kidney to the person you love...

if he or she needs it.

And even if you never wake up after the surgery and die,

you'll have no regrets.

You'll gladly give up your life for that person.

I think...

that's love.

Hey, do you want to go for tripe and soju?

Yes, I'd love that.

Follow me.

- My gosh. - You seem so excited today.

I am excited. Look at this.

There! I'm sorry, Chef Park.

Gosh, why am I so clumsy?

(Episode 3)

Chef Park, you did such a great job today.

Thank you. Let me pour you one too.

All right. Everyone's glass is full, right?

Shall we clink our glasses?

Team Sweet Munchies.

Great work today.

Even if we get a regular slot,

we'll keep working together, okay?

Of course.

"Sweet Munchies", forever! Cheers!

- Forever. - Cheers.

Come on, Chef Park.

The star of the day, seriously.

- Amazing work today! - Awesome job.

- It's so good. - Yes, it is.

Oh, there they are.

- Really? - Yes, you were so cool today.

I couldn't even think.

The one with the sauce and chives is so good.

- If it gets a regular slot... - No, no.

What's the problem? Hey!

- No. - But I have to say,

we owe it all to Chef Park.

He did all the work, and he did an amazing job.

Agreed.

I'm sorry to be such a downer,

but...

count me out.

I don't want to be part of the show if it gets a regular slot.

What? But...

You saw everything earlier.

I hugely inconvenienced everyone.

- Gosh, no. - No, not at all.

You did a wonderful job.

Yes. Considering it was your first time doing it,

- I think you did a great job. - Yes.

It was a little bit of hassle for me,

but it wasn't too bad...

From today's experience, I learned...

that the set isn't where I belong.

I'd like to return to my restaurant...

and focus on cooking...

Designing a special garment...

doesn't make you special as a designer.

When models shine on the runway wearing the clothes I designed,

that's when people acknowledge my value as a designer.

Your sincere consolation...

made the clothes I designed...

look so special.

You were very inspiring today.

Excuse me! We'd like two additional servings of beef tripe.

- Sure! - Gosh, seriously.

Who knew tripe would ruin our teamwork?

Hey, grab plenty of it at once.

Gosh, I guess beef and I are just not meant to be.

I always end up eating pork.

You're complaining while stuffing your face with it?

I wanted to eat beef tripe.

We would've ruined their evening had we joined them.

They would've been like, "Gosh, can't those old folks take a hint?"

They'd feel like they're working.

Hey, I'm not a fogey.

I get along with the younger staff just fine.

Sure.

Is there someone in your life you'd gladly give your liver or kidney to?

Well...

He said you should be able to do that...

for someone you truly love.

Who is "he"?

Chef Park.

I see.

Do you think you can do that...

for someone you love?

Hey, even just the thought of it terrifies me.

What if I never wake up from the general anesthesia?

If you die, it's all over.

Including love.

Right.

But in a way, I was envious of him...

for thinking like that.

Are you lonely these days?

Isn't everyone lonely?

Do you regret getting a divorce?

No, I don't regret getting married and divorced.

I think I'm better than you because you've never even been married.

Gosh, hey. I know I've never been married,

but I'm way more experienced than you when it comes to love.

Good for you. I'm envious.

Sometimes,

I feel like this tastes sweeter than saccharin.

I thought it always tasted sweet to you.

Hey, how could this always taste sweet?

It all depends on who my drinking buddy is.

Sometimes, it's sweet as candy,

but there are times when it tastes very bitter.

How does it taste now?

Come on.

It's as sweet as honey, of course.

Booze always tastes sweet...

when someone else is paying.

Gosh, it's so bitter.

It's bitter for me because I'm paying.

- Gosh. - It went well though.

But it's not a good thing.

What do you mean?

My gosh, what's he doing here?

Are you going somewhere?

Where are you going?

Hi, Dad.

Oh.

I have to work late today.

I don't think I can go to the hospital.

We've never met, right?

I'm Nam Gyu Jang,

a director at CK.

I'm honored to meet such a famous designer.

It's an honor to meet you.

I'm Kang Tae Wan.

Yes. I know, of course.

Let me pour you a drink.

You look even better in person.

- A Jin. - Yes.

How did the shoot go?

It went well.

Is that so?

Where is he by the way?

- Excuse me? - I want to see what he looks like.

He went out to take a call.

Over here, Chef Park.

He's over there.

What's this? I can't tell he's gay.

- Mr. Nam. - He can't hear me.

I'm sorry.

It's nice to meet you.

I'm Nam Gyu Jang. I work at CK.

Hello, I'm Park Jin Sung.

This is good.

Hi, I'm Kang Min Soo.

He's the main director of "Changing You".

I see. Nice to meet you.

Let me pour you a drink.

Here.

Are all your glasses full?

- Yes. - Let's all have a drink.

- Okay. - Everyone.

- Cheers. - It's nice to meet you.

- It's nice to meet you. - It's nice to meet you.

Hey. Never mind.

- Hey, bring us two more makgeolli. - What?

Okay.

We like this place,

but I'm not sure if you like it, Chef Park and Mr. Kang.

- The kimchi is good. - Can we have more kimchi?

A Jin.

Come on and have a seat.

- Here you go. - Thank you.

Of course.

- Go and get us some more sides. - Yes?

Okay.

- Excuse me. - Is this the first round?

No, it's our second.

We had a drink with tripe.

Here you go.

We don't have any water. Get us some water too.

- Excuse me? - Ms. Kim.

You did a good job today.

Let me pour you a drink.

It was nothing.

She knows nothing. I'm sure you did all the work.

Her name is Ms. Kim A Jin.

Pardon?

Her name isn't "hey".

It's Ms. Kim A Jin.

Why do you keep calling her "hey" when she has a name?

You're very sensitive, Chef Park.

Gosh.

Of course, Kim A Jin.

Mr. Kang,

you're doing two programs with CK Channel, right?

He's popular.

What do you think?

Working with Mr. Kang Min Soo, one of our top directors,

and A Jin, a rookie, don't you feel a difference?

May I ask you something?

What is it?

Mr. Nam...

Mr. Nam Gyu Jang,

what was your best program?

Well...

Last year, he...

It was 2 years ago, no, 3 years ago...

You did that to Mr. Nam on purpose earlier, right?

Yes.

Thank you.

Hey, you.

You said...

no one calls you by your name.

Mr. Nam seemed quite cheeky.

You see right through people.

I should...

thank you too.

At the set.

- I see. - Bistro's home-cooked meal.

Bistro really is a place...

that helps me heal.

But you didn't mean that you won't be part of the show, right?

You still have time.

You should find a chef that's better for the part...

Is it because of me?

Was I that bad at the set?

No.

- You were impressive. - Then what is it?

No, you can't quit. Please do this with me.

Okay?

Nothing has been decided yet,

so let's discuss this again later.

More than anything, Mr. Park Jin Sung,

let's try being friends first.

- What? - We're the same age.

I'm a regular at Bistro...

and we're even neighbors.

Come on, let's be friends.

Nice to meet you, Park Jin Sung.

Same here, Kim A Jin.

Mr. Lee?

You scared me.

You scared me, Mr. Lee.

Were you up all night here?

No. When did I fall asleep?

Where is my proposal?

What?

Where is my proposal?

- Your proposal? - Yes, it was right here.

Wait a minute.

My proposal is gone.

- I don't see it. - It's gone!

- What happened? - I don't see it.

Was it all a dream?

No, I'm sure I had an awesome proposal.

But I don't remember any of it.

I have to go back to sleep.

- Mr. Lee. - Gosh.

It'll come back to me, right?

Yes.

It'll come back to me. I'm sure it will.

My sleeping bag and...

Good luck, Mr. Lee!

- Thanks. You too. - Good luck!

- It'll come back to me. - See you later.

- Bye. - It'll come back to me.

He really scared me.

Let's get started.

("Sweet Munchies" by a gay chef)

There they are.

Here you are.

Hi.

All the brains of the variety show team are...

together for a change.

We had a team dinner a few days ago.

Oh, that's right.

Kim A Jin seems very busy.

How does the assistant director have time to eat?

She said she'll do it on her own.

That's right. It'll end after the pilot.

Let her do whatever she wants.

I heard it went well at the shoot.

You can't tell by a shoot.

You have to wait until it's edited.

I can't believe Ms. Cha actually...

What is she thinking?

Why are we touching upon the subject regarding gays?

I really hope...

the contract employee doesn't stain CK's reputation.

Who knows people will think...

it's new and interesting?

They'll be surprised that CK deals with this subject.

As soon as I heard about A Jin's proposal,

I knew it'd become a huge hit.

You're right.

Have some salad too.

Is it good?

Min Soo, what do you think?

I don't know. I'm sure A Jin will do a good job.

Unbelievable.

This isn't going to work.

Fine, she got worked up at the team dinner,

and things got crazy.

She managed to find a gay chef...

and even got to shoot a pilot, but a regular slot?

Listen. A regular slot?

It's out of the question.

No way.

This tastes bad, doesn't it?

Hey, this tastes bad!

- I'll eat this. - That's mine.

(Editing Room 5)

Gosh, I'm sorry.

(Editing Room 5)

No, this is not good.

(Editing Room 5)

Done!

This is it!

Good job, A Jin.

- Breathe in through your nose... - Sorry?

and breathe out through your mouth. Take a deep breath.

In through the nose and out through the mouth.

Don't be nervous. You're okay?

Yes, I'm fine.

Let's do this.

(9,670 dollars received)

I just sent the money.

Please check.

Let's play here!

Come over here!

Guys, come here!

Hey.

I'm done editing.

Take a look.

I'll go brush my teeth.

Let's see.

Jin Woo worked late last night,

so I told him to stay home.

All right.

Were the bills expensive?

We got our money's worth anyway.

Gosh, you're glowing.

I can always make more money.

I'm sorry.

Let's have some good food to celebrate.

There's a place I want to try.

Come on in.

So this is how your restaurant looks.

I wanted to go for some nice food.

That's why we came here.

No one makes better food than you do.

Really?

Then...

let me guess what you're craving.

Is cooking fun?

It's work.

Hello.

Hey, the edited version is gone!

What?

No! That's not okay!

No! Please!

- What happened? No. - You're the only one...

who doesn't know...

- What happened? - how attractive you are.

- Wait. - You're the only one...

It's still there.

Gosh, you scared me.

This is the edited version.

Gosh, that's a relief.

- This is the edited version? - Everyone is born...

- Yes. - We'll try that again.

- But all the bloopers are there. - One more time.

Are you sure we're using this version?

Yes.

Chef Park is not a celebrity.

He's not an actor either.

From the food he makes to the things he says,

I wanted to show that everything is real.

That he was...

comforting her as Park Jin Sung himself.

Ms. Kim.

Yes?

- Well... - A gay chef...

- Is it okay if I cook first? - who is genuine.

Sure, go ahead.

That's the character...

I want to give Chef Park.

What do you think?

I see.

All right.

This is perfect. I love it.

You...

got your cooking skills from your mom.

Come on, I'm much better than her.

I'm a chef.

You're right. You're better than her.

Eating this food...

makes me miss my wife, Jeong Young Sook, even more.

Did you ever...

hate Mom?

I did.

You did?

I did when she kept her disease from me.

Well...

Jin Woo was young back then,

so she was just worried about the two of us.

I know.

She was worried about her kids and her incompetent husband's...

hospital bills.

I understand why she did that,

but I couldn't help but resent her for that.

One day,

your mom said to me out of the blue...

that she wanted to visit Jeju Island.

But...

we were struggling to make ends meet back then,

so I kept putting it off.

"We'll go after I finish this."

"After this month."

"When the weather gets better." I kept saying, "Another time."

I didn't know that "another time" would never come.

Had I known I had such little time left with your mom,

I would've put off everything else...

and went on a trip with her first.

Eat up.

Gosh.

Goodness. You must become successful.

Become a successful director...

and prove yourself to everyone who looked down on you, okay?

Today is our D-Day.

Gosh, what if the viewer rating is low?

Hey, don't think such negative thoughts.

Okay.

I'm betting on its success.

You're the best.

Gosh, you.

This fried chicken is so good.

- Why the chopsticks though? - I want to eat the radish.

I'm going to eat this.

- Hey, eat up. - Will do.

- Isn't it so good? - Yes.

- For real? - My gosh, thank you.

- Be careful, you clumsy punk. - Goodness.

Guys, which one is better? The spicy one or the plain one?

- Spicy versus plain? - I like the spicy one better.

- Come on, guys. - What?

Give me all the spicy ones. It's all mine.

- I'd like another beer. - Sure.

- Here you go. - Can we get some water, please?

- Water? Sure. - Can we take these seats?

Sure.

Here's your soju.

- This is... - Can we order some food?

Try to remember.

Not him,

but the things you really love.

Being able to...

gladly give your liver or kidney to the person you love...

if he or she needs it.

And even if you never wake up after the surgery and die...

That was so inspiring.

- you'll have no regrets. - I want to meet a man...

who I can gladly give my everything to.

You'll gladly give up your life for that person.

You don't even have that much to give.

I think...

Gosh, be quiet. I want to focus.

that's love.

Did you watch the show?

Oh, well... No.

What?

Well... I was busy.

You have to watch it when they upload it on the website, okay?

Okay.

Thank you.

My, just what I was craving.

I'll have to see when the viewer rating comes out tomorrow,

but I'm getting a good feeling.

I think we can expect to get a regular slot.

That would be great.

But like I told you...

Hey.

Nothing's been decided yet, so don't draw the line like that.

It hurts my feelings.

About "Sweet Munchies"...

How did you come up with the show concept?

I'm sure you're well aware of...

how tough it is for sexual minorities.

What I'm saying is,

I'm sure you've had to hide it.

I wondered, "What if someone who has a lot of emotional wounds..."

"could offer warm consolation to someone else..."

"without any bias?"

"And what if that could change..."

"the viewers' perspective and perception?"

What's with that gaze?

Sorry? What?

What about my gaze?

This is just something little.

What is this?

I wanted to congratulate you on your first show.

Hey.

I didn't get you anything.

Don't worry. Open it.

My gosh.

What is this?

My gosh! My name is engraved on it.

Come up with many great shows with it.

Thanks.

My, this is so nice.

(When is the next show?)

(I'm craving tripe.)

(I'd like a chef friend who's gay.)

(I love how it was edited.)

(I want this to get a regular slot!)

(The food looked so good. I wonder what it tastes like.)

(The director is determined.)

(Watching the show made me hungry.)

(Please share the recipe!)

What do you think...

love is?

Being able to...

gladly give your liver or kidney to the person you love...

if he or she needs it.

- I'm sorry. - It's okay.

Do they share clothes? Who is that guy?

Gosh.

Just wait a second.

Oh, that's hot.

I'm sorry.

You should've just made two.

Ms. Kim, the show is amazing. It's awesome.

- What? - Impressive.

A Jin, we were just talking about you.

We loved the show.

It's totally awesome.

I loved it.

I hope you keep it up.

- Thank you. - Have a nice day.

- You're awesome, A Jin. - Thanks.

- Good luck! - Ms. Kim.

- Hello. - I enjoyed the show.

- What? - Have a nice day.

Thank you.

Kim A Jin, the show was great!

Good luck. Good luck!

Thank you, thank you.

What's this?

Ms. Kim, you're doing great.

- Congratulations! - Thank you.

Thank you.

- Have a nice day. - Thank you.

What is going on?

Hey, A Jin!

The website is blowing up...

and it got a good viewer rating.

I guess it was okay.

What's this? You look so relaxed.

It's because you got a regular slot, right?

A regular slot? I didn't hear anything yet.

Of course, this will get you a regular slot.

Congratulations, A Jin!

Sung Eun, it isn't my money...

until it's in my bank account...

and until I get it in written form that I'm getting a regular slot,

we never know.

(Mother)

I have to take this.

You sent me what?

I see.

Okay.

You enjoyed the show?

It was full of holes.

Gosh, Dad.

It's not like my show is airing yet.

Actually, it is.

But it's too early to throw a town party.

Let me call you back, Mom. I'm starting a meeting.

You have a meeting?

Are you that happy?

Yes.

Let's go to my place today. Let's have a drink.

I'll cook.

How will I trust you with that?

I'll introduce you to the man that lives upstairs too.

Is he handsome?

You'll be surprised when you see him.

He's that handsome?

How tall is he? Is he single?

Why doesn't he have a boyfriend?

Gosh.

You've gotten even more handsome.

Do you like working for yourself?

No.

It was much better working for you.

Come on.

How have you been?

It's always the same for me.

What brings you here? You should be busy at this hour.

Well...

I'm sorry to ask you this,

but could I borrow some money?

Oh.

I'm sorry for suddenly showing up and asking for money.

It's okay. You must be in a very hard spot to be asking.

But I'm sorry.

We're struggling too.

I barely have enough to pay my employees.

Yes, of course.

Hello.

What is it? Did you want to talk to me?

No.

Never mind.

You can't deliver right now?

No, I'm sorry, we can't.

But...

I'll take it anyway.

Gosh. What am I doing?

I'm so tired.

Would you like some help?

What?

Thank you.

Do you live at the rooftop house by any chance?

How did you know that?

I saw you this morning.

At the stairs?

Yes.

Do you live with Jin Sung?

Do you know my brother?

Your brother?

We don't look alike, do we?

Is he your biological brother?

Yes.

I see.

Why did you buy so much?

Thank you so much.

Thank you. You can leave it here.

- Okay. - Thank you.

Are you...

close to my brother?

We're very close.

Is he upstairs?

I don't know.

If he's home,

can you tell him to come over to my place?

- Right now? - Yes.

We're having a party at my place today.

- I see. - See you later.

Bye.

Jin Sung, you know the girl downstairs, right?

She asked you to come down for a drink if you're home.

What?

Why would you say that to you?

How do you know A Jin?

A Jin.

I came to get you.

Your brother told you we're having a party, right?

Sung Eun is here too.

I have to go to Bistro right now.

Would you like to join us for a drink too?

Really? That sounds nice.

Hey, wait!

He would've been upset if I didn't invite him.

Hurry up and come on.

I wasn't going to go.

You two have an extraordinary relationship.

You even live in the same villa.

Don't you think?

Yes, I do.

Thank you.

You're both very handsome.

Your parents must be proud.

Gosh.

Okay, everyone. I'm the chef tonight.

You can leave everything to me.

I'll make kimchi pancakes.

- I should turn on the heat first. - Wait.

Give it to me.

- No. - Come on.

- I can do it myself. - What is this?

You don't have to do this.

Did you see the show?

Did I see the show? Which show?

You don't know?

"A Gay Chef..."

Can you get me some crab sticks?

- What? - Well...

Get me some clams, I mean.

Do you want crab sticks or clams?

Just get me anything I can put in here.

No, don't bother.

It'll taste good as long as it has kimchi in it.

Let's add some canned tuna.

- All right. - What do you think?

That sounds great.

Do you want one or two?

- One is enough. - Here you go.

Do you cook?

I don't cook much. My brother does.

You're so lucky. Does he cook for you often?

Not really.

Well, enjoy it.

Thank you.

Let's clink our glasses first.

Cheers.

- Cheers. - Cheers.

Thank you.

Your cooking skills are incredible.

- This is delicious. - This is so good.

By the way, what are we celebrating today?

- Oh, that. - Oh, that.

Jin Sung...

- Ms. Kim. - Yes?

What is it?

This is not okay.

- What do you mean? - I know you're busy,

but your place is just too messy.

Oh, my.

I cleaned today.

Gosh.

Why is he so good at folding clothes?

Is he good at all house chores?

Kind of.

You don't have to do that.

But while you're at it, can you fold other clothes too?

Can you fold these too?

This is my lucky day. Let's fold these too.

Who would have thought "Sweet Munchies" would be a hit?

In the beginning, Ms. Cha was only trying to give us a hard time.

"Sweet Munchies"?

Fire!

What? Where?

I left my stove on.

- What? - What?

Jin Woo, let's go.

- Hold on. - Why...

- Just go upstairs and turn it off. - Yes.

My brother is on a diet these days, actually.

It's hard to be a model, right?

Enjoy, you guys.

- Come. - Let me finish this first.

- Stay a bit longer. - Wait.

See you, Sung Eun.

He called me by my first name.

Bye.

Good night.

- What's with him? - Goodness.

Gosh.

What if Chef Park...

doesn't want to continue?

Didn't you tell me not to think negative thoughts?

Why would he not want to continue?

He volunteered to shoot the pilot.

- I guess you're right. - Of course. He'll do it.

- Let's drink. - Okay.

What's going on between you two?

What do you mean? Didn't you just see it?

She's just a woman who lives downstairs.

She's pretty.

What are you talking about?

If she's just a woman who lives downstairs,

why did you have to lie that you left the stove on?

- So what's going on? - What are you talking about?

It's none of your business.

Gosh.

By the way, did you say they work at CK?

If one of them is a writer and the other is a director,

doesn't that mean that they're successful?

- So? - I mean...

They seemed to be pretty close to you.

What are you trying to say?

Can you ask them to cast me?

Hey!

When you become famous,

do you want people to think you used your connections?

These days, people can find out anything.

You should never try to cheat.

Gosh. Do you think it'll be a problem?

Of course.

Darn it.

A Jin, Ms. Cha wants to see you.

I think she's giving you a regular slot.

Well, we don't know yet.

- Good luck. - Thanks.

You can do this.

Hey.

- Stop it. - Good luck.

Come in.

Hi.

- Have a seat. - Okay.

"Sweet Munchies" will get a regular slot.

- Here's the notice. - Really?

Thank you. I'll work hard.

(CKTV has decided to produce "A Gay Chef's Sweet Munchies".)

(Directed by Nam Gyu Jang and Kim A Jin)

What's this? Why is Mr. Nam's name here?

Oh, you and Mr. Nam...

Why?

This was my idea.

I prepared everything by myself.

Was this your plan all along?

Ms. Kim.

You should calm down.

We all work for CK after all.

- We should... - Am I part of CK, all of a sudden?

After leaving me out all this time because I'm a contract employee?

Sit back down.

You didn't hear Ms. Cha? Sit back down.

Stay out of this.

How dare you? Have you lost your mind?

How would I not lose my mind in this situation?

I can't believe...

Mr. Nam.

Please excuse us.

I'm sorry.

Why are you doing this to me?

You're too inexperienced to handle this.

No one is experienced from the beginning.

You saw my pilot, didn't you?

Just because you make a good pilot...

doesn't mean you get a regular slot immediately.

If a contract employee messes up,

who will take responsibility?

I will.

Ms. Cha, I can do a good job.

This show means so much to me.

Please don't do this to me.

What does "Sweet Munchies" mean to you?

It means everything to me.

It's my child that I gave birth to.

It's your child?

Solomon is visited by...

two women...

who claim to be the mother of a child.

Pardon?

Each woman cries and screams that the baby belongs to her.

Solomon suggested that the baby be cut in two...

so that each woman could equally receive half.

What are you trying to say?

I'm talking about how Solomon found the baby's real mother.

The real mother...

didn't want her baby to die,

so she told Solomon that the baby actually didn't belong to her...

and she was only lying.

She begged him not to kill the baby.

As you said,

you're the one who gave birth to "A Gay Chef's Sweet Munchies".

You don't want Mr. Nam to direct the show with you?

Then what will I do?

I'll cancel the show altogether.

The choice is yours.

You can either direct the show with Mr. Nam...

or forget about the whole thing.

Make up your mind.

Are you that happy to see me?

What's wrong? What happened?

Why are you crying?

I wanted to make people laugh.

That's why I wanted to become a variety show director.

Why is everything so difficult?

The show didn't get a regular slot?

Because I'm a contract employee.

They said the opportunity has to go to a permanent employee.

I was told to co-direct the show.

I worked so hard on the show.

I...

I was so happy to finally direct my own show.

(Sweet Munchies)

What people liked...

was you, not the format of the show.

A Jin, I'm sorry.

Chef Park...

No, not this.

He doesn't want to participate in the show.

Chef Park won't be in the show?

Kang Tae Wan backed out because Chef Park is out?

If you failed to persuade Chef Park,

I'll remove you from the show...

at all costs.

- It's a sin! - Director Kim A Jin!

Can't you tell me...

why you don't want to do it?

To tell you the truth, I'm not...

You're gay?