The Genius Paik — Season 2
Following a triumphant first season that saw culinary legend Paik Jong-won partnering with beloved celebrities to revitalize restaurants in Morocco and Italy, the dream team is back for a brand new adventure. This time, they’re venturing into uncharted territory, determined to share the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine with the world. Can this dynamic group conquer another international challenge and prove that their recipe for success is truly universal?
Before the doors swung open, CEO Paik made a preliminary inspection and found the restaurant in a state of disrepair. After a thorough assessment, he resolved to renovate it with a vibrant yellow scheme. Simultaneously, actor Lee Kyu Hyong …
Disappointed by the lackluster start to the day, CEO Paik resolved to entice customers with complimentary steamed eggs. A touch of refinement was added with the introduction of tablecloths and napkins, aiming to shift the restaurant's atmo…
The Bantxu celebrated its inaugural weekend, and the members were buzzing with anticipation. The initial hours progressed smoothly, but the constant stream of customers began to overwhelm John, leading to a series of errors. Kyu Hyong pitch…
To increase revenue, Bantxu introduced gimbap to the menu. The variety of rice, however, proved problematic; the rolls consistently burst, leading to Yu Ri's distress. Attempts to rectify the rice resulted in lengthy preparation times, so t…
Bantxu achieved a coveted position within the top three, prompting the opening of a second location and a welcome influx of new personnel. Fabri, a chef with a Michelin star, joined the new branch, while Bartender Hyoyeon and multilingual w…
Jang Woo has finally begun his career as a manager. Driven by ambition, he strives to emulate Mr. Paik and realize his own aspirations for the company. Determined to boost sales, he even proposes altering the established work hours. The suc…
Their aim is to be the leading vendor in San Sebastián. To achieve this, they must sell a thousand servings today. The preparation for such a quantity is a considerable undertaking. Thousands gather in the alley for pintxo pote on Thursday …
As eight o'clock approaches, the throng at Bantxu swells considerably. The staff work with frantic speed, yet struggle to keep pace with the growing number of patrons. Their plan to serve a thousand portions hinges on a rapid turnover, but …
Following a lively evening of Pintxo Pote, the team finds themselves adrift in a tide of feelings – relief, exhaustion, and a quiet satisfaction born of earned results. The fruits of their labor are revealed in the morning’s sales figures. …
The team labored diligently through the seventh day of trading, alongside CEO Paik. Yet, upon reviewing the sales figures, he mandated a shift in approach to stimulate growth. He implemented a new strategy, finely tuned for weekend performa…
Jang Woo, John, and Kyu Hong launch their cart bar at the second location with fervent energy. They unveil new offerings alongside a distinctive signature menu, hoping to draw in patrons. Meanwhile, the original branch struggles as the cour…
CEO Paik and the company's employees exerted considerable effort in striving for a new sales record. The revealed results were startling. Having analyzed the shortcomings of the previous day's operations, the two branches implemented a revi…
A significant crisis looms for the young men, shadowed by the curse of jokbal. Even after their conversation with CEO Paik, the streets surrounding the second branch appear deserted. CEO Paik makes a decisive call, mobilizing resources to …
The last day in San Sebastián arrived. CEO Paik resolved to lead his entire company from the first branch, implementing his final strategy: to shatter sales records.
