The stars of 'Black and White Chef' are returning to their roots as the 'youngest' in local kitchens, leaving behind their fame in Korea. The top star chefs representing Korea are embarking on a bold challenge to prove their skills in the very places where their culinary roots lie, shedding their ranks.
According to broadcasting sources on the 27th, Chef Jeong Ji-sun and Chef Kwon Seong-jun (Napoli Mafia) have confirmed their participation in tvN's new entertainment program 'Undercover Chef (tentative title)'. This program is a reality show that captures the process of top chefs in Korea earning recognition solely based on their cooking skills from the lowest positions in overseas kitchens.
With the recent revival of cooking shows like 'Black and White Chef: Culinary Class War' and 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator', public interest has surged, and this project is expected to be a 'survival story' that goes beyond a simple competition. In particular, both participants have proven their overwhelming skills and popularity through last year's Netflix 'Black and White Chef', raising expectations even higher.
Chef Kwon Seong-jun proved his skills by winning the final championship under the nickname 'Napoli Mafia', while Chef Jeong Ji-sun showcased his charisma as a master of Chinese cuisine by reaching the TOP 7. However, this time, their impressive backgrounds will be of no use.
Chef Jeong Ji-sun is heading to China, the home of Chinese cuisine, while Chef Kwon Seong-jun is heading to Italy. They will disguise themselves as the youngest in local kitchens, thoroughly hiding their fame from Korea, and will test their culinary philosophies by clashing with local chefs.
'Undercover Chef', aiming for a broadcast in the first half of this year, will begin its first filming next month. The attention of culinary fans worldwide is focused on whether these two star chefs can prove their presence by starting from the bottom in the harsh kitchen environments of their home countries.
