‘Newly Released Convenience Store Restaurant’ The youngest of nine siblings, Kim Jaejoong‘s true feelings towards his parents were revealed.

On the KBS 2TV ‘Newly Released Convenience Store Restaurant’ (hereafter referred to as ‘Convenience Store Restaurant’) broadcast on the 15th, the heartwarming daily life of the youngest son Kim Jaejoong, who is a superstar on stage but a cutesy boy at home, was revealed. Even though Kim Jaejoong is extremely busy with his schedule, he visited his parents’ house on his day off to spend a day with his parents.

In the process, Kim Jaejoong‘s deep filial piety was revealed, warming the hearts of his parents and viewers alike.

On this day, Kim Jaejoong headed to his parents’ house holding japchae that he had made himself. As soon as he entered the house, a bright smile appeared on Kim Jaejoong‘s mother’s face at the sight of her son affectionately calling her “Mom”. After that, Kim Jae-joong took care of his mother by feeding her the japchae he brought. He also showed his affectionate son side by chatting with his mother.

At this time, the topic of conversation between mother and son was his father‘s eating habits. Kim Jae-joong’s father likes meat dishes, so his mother confided in him about the difficulties he had in preparing meals. Kim Jae-joong said, “I‘ll teach my father how to cook meat dishes.” Then, his father would sometimes cook for him, and his mother would feel more comfortable. Kim Jae-joong’s mother was surprised by her son‘s idea and showed anticipation.

Kim Jae-joong and his elderly father stood in the kitchen together. The menu Kim Jae-joong chose for his parents was LA galbijjim. Kim Jae-joong taught his father an easy recipe that he could easily follow. In particular, Kim Jae-joong, who usually knows the taste perfectly by eye, caught everyone’s attention by measuring the food with paper cups for his father on this day. Kim Jae-joong‘s father, although clumsy, did his best to cook as his son instructed him.

The kick to Kim Jae-joong’s LA galbi-jjim recipe was cola. Cola not only tenderizes meat but also adds sweetness. While cooking with his father, Kim Jae-joong asked, “Father, please help me a little bit,” in a cute way. His father, who was in a good mood while cooking with his son, suddenly bragged about his son to the camera, and soon made everyone laugh by publicly proposing to him instead of his son. Kim Jae-joong confessed, “It felt strange to cook with my father.” Chef Lee Yeon-bok, who saw this, praised him, saying, “It‘s not easy, but it’s really nice to see.”

Like that, the LA galbi-jjim was completed, and Kim Jae-joong and his parents sat down at the table. Kim Jae-joong‘s mother expressed her gratitude to her husband, who was trying cooking for the first time in his 80-year life. Kim Jae-joong responded, “Mom. He said, “My father made me LA galbi-jjim, so please give me a kiss,” and cutely exclaimed. Kim Jae-joong’s mother looked embarrassed but soon said, “Close your eyes, son,” and gave Kim Jae-joong’s father a kiss.

After that, Kim Jae-joong’s parents confessed their true feelings for each other during an interview with the production crew. The filial piety of their cute son Kim Jae-joong made his parents love him too. Kim Jae-joong said, “Since that day, my parents have been traveling domestically a lot. I gave them a card. I hope they use it a lot. I hope they eat lots of delicious food and have lots of happy times,” touching everyone.

The results of the menu development competition between Lee Jung-hyun, Jang Min-ho, and Kim Jae-joong were also revealed on the broadcast that day. With trot singer Jin Sung and special MC Lee Hyun-yi and Lee Gwan-hee participating as menu judges, the winners were Lee Jung-hyun’s Walnut Garlic Seed Rice Bowl and Lemon Cream Walnut Bread, which received unprecedented rave reviews. Lee Jung-hyun said in her winning speech, ”I‘ll receive the lucky gift! Thank you.“

The winning menu of ‘Convenience Store Restaurant’Lee Jung-hyun’s Walnut Garlic Seed Rice Bowl’ will be available at all convenience stores nationwide. Lee Jung-hyun‘s Lemon Cream Walnut Bread will also be available in online and offline stores as a meal kit that can be cooked and enjoyed. KBS 2TV’s ‘New Release Convenience Store Restaurant’ airs every Friday at 8:30 p.m.

Photo courtesy of KBS 2TV ‘New Release Convenience Store Restaurant’

Jo Sung-woon, Donga.com reporter madduxly@donga.com