New Release Fun Restaurant Heats Up with Intense Soup Dish Competition

KBS 2TV’s popular cooking survival program New Release Fun Restaurant is turning up the heat this week with a thrilling soup-based culinary competition. In the episode airing on May 2, the show reveals the results of a high-stakes showdown between celebrity chefs Lee Chan-won, Nam Yoon-soo, and Kieun-se.

In a battle that unfolded in the studio’s live cooking arena, the three stars each prepared a carefully developed broth-centric dish. Lee Chan-won presented a nourishing and rich ‘Ox Knee Hangover Soup,’ Nam Yoon-soo showcased a refreshing and spicy ‘Hangover Cream Pasta,’ while Kieun-se impressed with a bold and creative ‘Italian Spicy Tripe Hot Pot.’

Lee, in particular, wowed the audience with his masterful knife skills and the confidence of a seasoned chef. However, as the pressure mounted, he was soon seen sweating and visibly nervous—an unusual change from his typically poised demeanor. What could have made this confident chef so tense?

Throughout the cooking process, the contestants displayed mutual respect and healthy competition, occasionally exchanging friendly banter. Each of their dishes offered distinct flavors, captivating the judges’ palates in unique ways.

Ultimately, one dish stood out above the rest, earning rave reviews from the panel who dubbed it a potential “hit product.” The competition winner’s dish will be released as a ready-to-eat meal through food company Our Home and will be available on online platforms immediately following the broadcast.

Don’t miss the episode filled with culinary creativity and high drama—it airs Friday, May 2 at 8:30 p.m. KST on KBS 2TV.