‘Caribbean Meal’ Finale: K-Taste Meets Exotic Caribbean Flavors on SBS
The culinary finale of SBS’s reality show ‘Jungle Meal 2’, officially titled ‘Caribbean Meal’, is heating up as chefs Ryu Soo-young and Yoon Nam-no bring the best of Korean and Caribbean cuisine together in a tropical food spectacle airing on June 22.
Chef Ryu Soo-young, a.k.a. “Teacher Eo Nam,” known for his deep understanding of Korean taste, battles the notorious gamey smell of goat meat—an exotic ingredient from the Caribbean—by introducing a flavor technique once used by Gordon Ramsay. His adaptation of Korean-style gamjatang (pork bone stew) using goat becomes the centerpiece of this episode. The dish not only tames the odor but also enhances the natural taste using simple but powerful seasonings praised by local chefs.
“This recipe is worth learning,” said Yoon Nam-no, a renowned K-Taste Expert, who witnessed Ryu’s culinary magic in the heart of Dominica. With perfect balance in flavor and soul-comforting warmth, his gamjatang left a lasting impression even oceans away from Korea.
On the sweeter side, Yoon Nam-no brings his skills as a Dessert Artisan to the forefront. He uses 100% pure Caribbean cacao to create a stunning chocolate mousse, blending raw cacao with tangy tropical fruits for a dessert that satisfies both the eyes and the palate. His signature flaming performance elevated the moment with visual drama, earning enthusiastic applause from cast members and crew alike.
But the culinary journey isn’t complete without action. In a gripping subplot, the ‘Hunting Siblings’, Kim Ok-bin and Lee Joon, take on a raw free-diving challenge in the open waters of the Caribbean Sea. Battling strong waves and low visibility, even seafood veteran Kim Ok-bin was caught off guard. A near-disastrous moment unfolded as Lee Joon, exhausted, was pushed back to shore by powerful currents and collapsed from sheer fatigue, making for a heart-pounding segment sure to grip viewers.
This high-stakes combination of flavor, culture, and survival will unfold on SBS this Thursday at 9 PM KST. ‘Caribbean Meal’ blends the essence of Korean comfort food with tropical innovation — it’s a meal you won’t want to miss.
