Genie TV’s ‘A Taste of You’ Serves Up Compelling Drama and Rising Ratings
Genie TV’s latest original drama ‘A Taste of You’, produced by KT Studio Genie and directed by Park Dan-hee, continues its flavorful momentum in episode 2 with growing audience interest and rising ratings. Airing on June 13, the second episode recorded a 2.2% viewership in the Seoul metropolitan area and 2.0% nationwide, signaling the show’s steady climb in popularity.
Focused on the heartwarming yet complex dynamics of the trio — restaurant manager Han Beom-woo (played by Kang Ha-neul), chef Mo Yeon-joo (played by Go Min-si), and the newly hired kitchen assistant Jin Myung-sook (played by Kim Shin-rok) — the show delves deeper into their contrasting goals and budding teamwork within their modest eatery, ‘Jeongje’.
Episode 2 highlights the tension and transformation of their relationships. Beom-woo’s business-driven approach clashes with Yeon-joo’s uncompromising culinary integrity, particularly over ingredient costs. Their disagreement peaks when Yeon-joo insists on using the finest domestic chili powder despite mounting debts. Meanwhile, the passionate Myung-sook joins the kitchen team, much to Beom-woo’s dismay — yet her sincerity slowly reveals hidden strengths.
Viewers watch as Beom-woo, cut off financially by his corporate chairwoman mother, pawns his luxury watch to invest in better furnishings and influencer marketing. His frustration boils over when Myung-sook accidentally ruins the new table with kimchi juice, causing him to storm out in heavy rain. However, a heartwarming encounter with the local vegetable and meat shop owners restores his spirit through shared stories and a meaningful gift — the very chili powder Yeon-joo had sought.
The episode closes with the trio reconciling, realizing their shared commitment to the restaurant. A lively group dinner from a local soccer club breathes new energy into ‘Jeongje’, setting a hopeful tone for episodes to come. However, the unexpected arrival of Shinchun-seung (played by Yoo Su-bin), heir of the neighborhood gukbap diner, hints at more drama ahead as he protests Myung-sook’s move to Jeongje.
‘A Taste of You’ airs every Monday and Tuesday at 10 PM and continues to draw attention for its heartfelt storytelling, strong acting, and slice-of-life charm that speaks universal truths about ambition, food, and human connection.
