Drama: Sweet Munchies
Country: South Korea
Episodes: 12
Aired: May 25, 2020 – Jun 30, 2020
Aired On: Monday, Tuesday
Duration: 1 hr. 5 min. per episode
Content Rating: 15+ – Teens 15 or older
Genres: Food, Comedy, Romance, Life
Synopsis
Park Jin Seong is the owner of a unique late-night bistro, where customers order drinks, and he selects the perfect appetizer to match. Cooking is his passion, and he believes good food and warm company can heal the soul. His life takes an unexpected turn when one of his regular customers, Kim Ah Jin, a struggling PD, convinces him to become the host of her new variety show, *Midnight Snack Couple*.
Kim Ah Jin is a cheerful and hardworking producer who finally gets her big break after years of being overlooked in the industry. Excited to showcase Jin Seong’s culinary talent, she casts him as the star of her program.
Meanwhile, Kang Tae Wan, a top fashion designer, is brought on as Jin Seong’s stylist for the show. Professional and reserved, he soon finds himself drawn to both Jin Seong and Ah Jin, leading to a complex and unconventional love triangle.
As the three navigate their intertwined careers and emotions, they must confront their personal struggles, secrets, and the expectations society places on them. Will their relationships survive the challenges ahead?
Cast
- Jung Il Woo as Park Jin Seong (Main Role)
- Kang Ji Young as Kim Ah Jin (Main Role)
- Lee Hak Joo as Kang Tae Wan (Main Role)
Support Roles
- Gong Min Jung as Yoo Seong Eun (Scriptwriter)
- Park Sung Joon as No Jae Su (Director)
- Yang Dae Hyuk as Nam Gyu Jang (Producer)
- Kim Soo Jin as Cha Ju Hui (Director)
- Kim Seung Soo as Lee Sang Yeong (Producer)
- Shin Woo Gyum as Kang Min Su
- Choi Jae Hyun as Park Jin U (Jin Seong’s Brother)
- Oh Man Seok as Park Hyeong Su (Jin Seong’s Father)
Guest Roles
- Jang Hyun Sung as Kang In Sik (Tae Wan’s Father) (Ep. 5, 9, 12)
- Choi Min Young as Kang Tae Wan (Teen) (Ep. 9)
- Lee Ji Yong as Han Chang Min (Reporter) (Ep. 9, 12)
Key Themes
- Food & Healing: The power of a well-prepared meal to comfort and connect people.
- Love & Identity: Exploring relationships and self-acceptance in an unconventional romance.
- Career Struggles: The challenges of the entertainment and fashion industries.
Why Watch Sweet Munchies?
- Unique Concept: A fresh blend of food, romance, and reality TV drama.
- Engaging Love Triangle: An emotional and unpredictable dynamic between the three leads.
- Delicious Visuals: Stunning food cinematography that will make you crave late-night snacks!
Final Thoughts
Sweet Munchies is a heartwarming drama that combines love, career ambitions, and the joy of food. If you enjoy comforting yet thought-provoking stories with well-developed characters, this drama is a must-watch!
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