K-Drama Journal

  Title Bon Appétit Your Majesty Episode 1 Review | Im Yoon-ah & Lee Chae-min – A Bowl of Bibimbap That Connects Worlds Bon Appétit Your Majesty Episode 1  Introduction The long-awaited K-Drama Bon Appétit, Your Majesty has finally arrived, and Episode 1 proves that this series is set to be one of the most refreshing dramas of the year. Unlike typical sageuk (Korean historical dramas) that focus purely on palace politics or romance, this drama blends food, fantasy, and heartfelt storytelling into a unique recipe. Starring Im Yoon-ah as Ji-yeong, a modern-day chef who suddenly finds herself in Joseon, and Lee Chae-min as King Yi Heon, a feared monarch with hidden vulnerability, the drama quickly establishes a strong emotional pull. Their chemistry begins not through politics or power, but through something far more universal—food. Episode 1 introduces us to a story where cuisine is not simply background detail, but the heart of character development and emotional ...