ANN/THE KOREA HERALD – Netflix provides an alternative experience from its adrenaline-packed Korean originals with a selection of Korean food, travel and lifestyle documentaries, ideal for unwinding and expanding your knowledge.
Among them are Rhapsody (2020-2021) and A Nation (2022-2023) produced by ELTV, both accessible on the platform.
Rhapsody highlights different aspects of Korea’s culinary scene, showing in detail the different ways of preparing and cooking selected ingredients.
The show also offers a glimpse into naengmyeon, Korean cold noodles.
Korean Cold Noodle Rhapsody, which premiered in July 2021, focuses on some of Korea’s iconic naengmyeon restaurants, delving into the lesser-known stories of naengmyeon masters and their kitchens.
Hanwoo Rhapsody, the last of the Rhapsody series, tells the rich history and tradition of hanwoo, or premium Korean beef.
The episode features an in-depth look at the highly coveted beef, showing details of the various cuts and the different gourmet dishes that can be made with them.
Meanwhile, A Nation is a series for those who are already familiar with Korean cuisine.
Unlike the Rhapsody series which covers a wide range of the country’s food culture from its history to popular recipes, A Nation showcases popular Korean eateries.
Leading food-themed comic artist Huh Young-man, K-pop star Mimi of Oh My Girl, and actors Ryu Soo-young and Ham Yon-ji star in the series, where they visit restaurants across the country.
A total of seven episodes – two episodes titled A Nation Of Kimchi, two episodes titled A Nation Of Banchan and three episodes titled A Nation Of Broth – feature the unique charm of popular, everyday Korean dishes. Banchan refers to side dishes in Korean.
