It’s all over the news.
Kasama ang sikat na Korean actor na si Ji Chang-wook sa culinary travel show na Kumusta ng TV5 at Viu.
Kasama ni Ji Chang-wook sina Jodi Sta. Maria, Janella Salvador, Francine Diaz, Arci Muñoz, and chef-restaurateur JP Anglo.
Ang tanong nga kay Ji Chang-wook, what made him decide to join Kumusta.
“When i was offered this project, I found it very interesting.
“Introducing Filipino cuisine to Koreans is interesting and I will be definitely of good help to this program.
“I really appreciate to be a part of Kumusta and i did my best to be a part of this program.
“Kumusta is a restaurant that introduces Filipino cuisine.
“It’s a human like program,” sabi ni oppa Ji Chang-wook.
At this point ay nakakatuwang inamin ni
Ji Chang-wook na hindi siya magaling magluto.
“There is one good reason I chose to serve in the resto in this program, it is becuse I’m not good in cooking and if I go to the kitchen, it will be a big trouble.
“So I am just supportive and I just followed our boss chef,” sabi pa ni Ji Chang-wook.
Binanggit din ng Korean actor na may commonality ang Pinoy at Korean food.
About Kumusta, the program brings together two vibrant food cultures—South Korea and the Philippines—in a unique gastronomic adventure that celebrates connection and heritage.
Sa Gangnam, Seoul nag-taping ang buong crew, the show introduces Filipino flavors to the heart of South Korea’s thriving dining scene, highlighting the richness of both culinary traditions.
The highly anticipated show is set to premiere soon as part of TV5’s Weekend Trip block and on the Viu app, taking that “Uy, Pilipins!” pride on the global stage.
The show blends food and cultural exchange as the stars break aside from their typical on-screen roles to run a fully operational Filipino pop-up restaurant in one of Seoul’s most dynamic districts.
Throughout the show, the stars learn to prepare and serve Filipino comfort food favorites such as Chicken Inasal, Kare-kare, Sisig, and the ever-iconic Lechon—offering many Korean diners an exciting first taste of Filipino cuisine.
The cast takes on the challenge of bringing these flavorful dishes to a new audience, spending up to 12 hours a day for seven straight days preparing, cooking, and serving dishes for diners.
Leading the kitchen is respected culinary figure Chef JP, a former MasterChef Philippines judge whose presence in the kitchen serves as an anchor for Kumusta’s culinary direction, bridging Philippine heritage with Seoul’s discerning food scene.
The series further boosts its cross-cultural lineup with guest appearances from South Korean celebrities Kim Min-seok, Kim Myung-soo, and Seo In-guk.
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