Chef Jeong Ji-sun Reveals Ambitions for Fine Dining with Michelin-Starred Chef Kim Hee-eun
In the upcoming episode of KBS2's 'Boss's Ears Are Donkey Ears' (사장님 귀는 당나귀 귀), Jeong Ji-sun meets Michelin-starred chef Kim Hee-eun to explore her ambitions in fine dining. The show, which aims to create a fulfilling workplace for bosses in South Korea, has maintained its position as the top-rated entertainment program in its time slot for 142 consecutive weeks, achieving a peak viewership rating of 7.4% according to Nielsen Korea.
During the episode airing on February 23, Jeong Ji-sun reconnects with Kim Hee-eun, a friend of ten years, through a gathering of female owner-chefs to study fine dining courses. Jeong Ji-sun praises Kim Hee-eun's stunning looks, stating, "She looks more like a model than a chef." In the studio, Jeong Ji-sun's own beauty is noted to be improving daily, with host Jeon Hyun-moo commenting on the significant change in her expressions, predicting a bright future ahead.
As Kim Hee-eun prepares her 'petit dining course,' the visual presentation is described as artistic, prompting Jeon Hyun-moo and Park Myung-soo to exclaim "unbelievable" repeatedly. When a dish featuring chicken breast and flower-shaped asparagus, named 'Gyehwa,' is revealed, Park Myung-soo marvels, "This is simply the beauty of Korea," while Kim Sook exclaims, "It looks like a lotus flower." Jeong Ji-sun expresses her reluctance to eat the beautifully presented dish, saying, "It feels like a waste to eat it."
The episode also sheds light on the financial realities of Michelin chefs, with Kim Hee-eun revealing that despite high prices, her profit margin does not exceed 10%, shocking viewers. Jeong Ji-sun then shares her goal for the year, stating, "My aim is to venture into fine dining Chinese cuisine," sparking excitement for her future challenges. Kim Hee-eun's 'petit dining course' will be showcased in the main broadcast of 'Boss's Ears Are Donkey Ears.'
'Boss's Ears Are Donkey Ears' airs every Sunday at 4:40 PM KST.
