Nam Bora's First Cooking Experience in Her New Home on 'Newly Released Menu'

On April 4, KBS2's 'Newly Released Menu' (신상출시 편스토랑) showcased the first cooking experience of soon-to-be bride Nam Bora in her new home. The episode featured Chef Lee Yeon-bok, Han Ji-hye, Nam Bora, Yang Ji-eun, and Hong Ji-yoon visiting a shelter for victims of the recent forest fires in Cheongsong, Gyeongbuk. Additionally, the show highlighted Kim Jae-jung, the youngest of nine siblings, who prepared a special ceremony for his parents' 60th wedding anniversary, alongside Nam Bora's culinary debut. The warm and genuine charm of these stars brought smiles to viewers.

Nam Bora was the standout of the episode, revealing her new home for the first time. Recently moved in due to some contract issues, she discovered a note and coffee left by her fiancé before heading to work, which brought a joyful smile to her face. The sweet moments of this newlywed couple painted a rosy picture for the audience.

As she introduced her home, including a nursery she had prepared, Nam Bora expressed her anxiety about the empty refrigerator, a stark contrast to her upbringing as the eldest of 13 siblings where the fridge was always full. She went grocery shopping and returned with bags full of ingredients, filling her fridge and sharing a satisfied smile.

Nam Bora prepared a variety of dishes, including kimchi radish, pork cutlet, and grilled short ribs, all in impressive quantities that surprised everyone, including MC Boom, who remarked, "You two are living together..." Additionally, she created a simple yet addictive curry to accompany her homemade pork cutlet for a menu competition themed around rice bowls. This moment achieved a peak viewership rating of 6.3% during the episode.

'Newly Released Menu' airs every Friday at 8:30 PM on KBS2.