Chef Lee Yeon-bok Tackles 'Chinese Buffet' on Deserted Island with Star Disciples

Renowned Chinese cuisine master, Chef Lee Yeon-bok, is set to embark on an unprecedented challenge on the MBC variety show 'It's Okay to Rest Well.'

In the 66th episode airing on September 22nd, Chef Lee will present a Chinese buffet on a deserted island with the help of his special disciples. Actor Moon Jeong-hee, Shinhwa's Lee Min-woo, five-star hotel executive chef Shin Jong-chul, and former baseball player Yoo Hee-kwan will join him as strong support.

Chef Lee declared, "Today, I'm going to do things my way," revealing his ambitious plan for a Chinese buffet. As the most frequent Chinese chef visitor to deserted islands, he aims to showcase a true feast of Chinese cuisine, not just a few dishes.

His "beloved disciples" are assembling for this grand event. This includes actress Moon Jeong-hee, singer Lee Min-woo, and Chef Shin Jong-chul, known as the "god of buffets." Moon Jeong-hee has even received a Chinese cleaver from Chef Lee, and Lee Min-woo, who is preparing for marriage, has reportedly been honing his cooking skills at home lately.

Adding to the fun, Chef Lee playfully asserted his authority over Shin Jong-chul, saying, "You might be an executive chef at a hotel, but here, you're my assistant." Attention is focused on whether Shin Jong-chul, taking on an assistant role for the first time in 23 years, can prove his worth beyond his main chef status.

Will Chef Lee's ambitious 'Deserted Island Chinese Buffet' be a success? Can his special disciples perform well and assist him effectively? All will be revealed on MBC's 'It's Okay to Rest Well,' broadcasting on Monday, September 22nd at 9 PM.

Chef Lee Yeon-bok is one of Korea's most esteemed Chinese culinary experts, celebrated for his sophisticated and flavorful dishes. Through his extensive television career, he has built a broad public appeal by sharing both his approachable personality and expert culinary knowledge. His remarkable knife skills and innovative approach to cooking are consistently a topic of discussion.