Netflix's 'The Smokers: Culinary Class War 2' Reveals 100-Chef Lineup for Intense Cooking Battle

Netflix's original variety show, 'The Smokers: Culinary Class War 2' (hereinafter referred to as 'The Smokers 2'), has unveiled its full roster of 100 chefs, heightening anticipation for the upcoming culinary showdown.

On the 3rd, the production team revealed 80 'black spoon' chefs, 18 'white spoon' chefs, and two mysterious hidden 'white spoon' chefs. 'The Smokers 2' pits 'black spoon' chefs, masters from hidden corners of the culinary world aiming to overturn class distinctions solely through taste, against the 'white spoon' chefs, Korea's top celebrity chefs striving to maintain their standing.

The impressive lineup, revealed through Netflix Korea's official account, features 18 'white spoon' chefs including Lee Jun, a pioneer of Korean fine dining and a two-Michelin-star recipient; Sohn Jong-won, who holds Michelin stars for both Korean and Western cuisine; Master Seonjae, the first registered master of temple food in Korea; Hou De-zhu, a 57-year veteran Chinese cuisine master; Park Hyo-nam, a 47-year French cuisine master; Jung Ho-young, a star chef representing Korean Japanese cuisine; Italian star chef Sam Kim; Canadian star chef Raymond Kim, who infuses Korean elements into Western dishes; Song Hoon, a judge on 'Master Chef Korea Season 4'; and Im Seong-geun, winner of 'Hansik Battle Season 3'. They are all set to dominate with their 'taste'.

Additional distinguished 'white spoon' chefs include Michelin one-star chef Kim Hee-eun; Cheon Sang-hyun, former executive chef at the Blue House; Choi Yoo-gang, who showcases the pinnacle of Chinese and Japanese cuisine with a Michelin one-star; Jenny Walden, winner of 'MasterChef Sweden'; Shim Sung-cheol, a New York Michelin one-star chef who captivated New Yorkers with casual Korean dining; Lee Geum-hee, the first female executive chef at a five-star hotel in Korea; Kim Seong-woon, a master of local food dining inspired by Taean's nature; and Kim Gun, a Michelin one-star chef dedicated to heartfelt cooking. Their commanding presence is undeniable.

Intense interest is also focused on the two hidden 'white spoon' chefs, whose identities are concealed, and the 80 'black spoon' chefs who will challenge them with their skills. The 'black spoon' chefs, armed with formidable keywords like 'Seochon Prince', 'Cooking Monster', 'Kitchen Boss', 'Chinese Rampage', 'Culinary Scientist', 'Three-Star Killer', 'BBQ Lab Director', and 'Yoonju Maker', promise an exciting performance.

Keywords such as 'Pyeongnaeng's Holy Grail', 'Queuing Pork Cutlet', 'Fan Master', 'Tteokbokki Maestro', 'Sutaking', and '5-Star Kimchi Master' suggest that talented 'black spoon' chefs from diverse genres are ready to compete. With both 'white' and 'black' spoon chefs appearing stronger than in Season 1, an even fiercer culinary class war is anticipated.

Kim Hak-min and Kim Eun-ji PD stated, "We are grateful that so many chefs resonated with the concept of 'The Smokers: Culinary Class War' and decided to participate." They added, "We endeavored to create a grand stage where these chefs, who embraced the challenge, could truly showcase their talents."

'The Smokers 2' will meet viewers worldwide exclusively on Netflix starting October 16th.

Netizens are buzzing with excitement, commenting, "The lineup is insane!", "A battle between star chefs and hidden masters, I can't wait!", and "How much fiercer will this season be? I want to watch it now!". The overall sentiment reflects high expectations for the show.