Pasta
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Pasta

파스타

I'm gonna become a successful chef.

Air date: 2010-01-04
Episodes: 20 ep
Network: MBC
Rating: 8.3 / 10
Cast entries
18
Episodes
20
Locations
1
Food stops
3
Story

Synopsis

A concise overview of the premise, tone, and dramatic setup.

Heaven is More Beautiful is a Korean romantic drama that explores the themes of love and transcendence as an 80-year-old woman named Hae-sook arrives in heaven and reunites with her younger husband, Nak-jun.

Filming locations

Filming locations

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  1. 01

    Mulpure Village House

    물푸레시골집
    60 Daesan-ri, Ganghwa-eup, Kanghwa, Incheon, South Korea

    This location was used for filming a segment on making kimchi, showcasing traditional Korean winter preparations.

    Today, I looked for a pension as the filming location for the kimjang.
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Food guide

Food & places

Restaurants, cafes, markets, and dishes tied to the drama or the reader's visit path.

  1. 01Restaurant

    Dekalcomani

    Spinach Basil Pesto Pasta
    97-4 Sinheung-ro → Yongsan-gu → Seoul → Seoul서울 용산구 신흥로 97-4

    The show features a visit to a restaurant known for its unique dishes, including Spinach Basil Pesto Pasta and Sous Vide Pork Steak. The guests express their excitement over the menu.

    We are looking for places in Haebangchon that sell Spanish honey cod, spinach basil pesto pasta, and pork loin sous-vide steak, as well as filming locations.
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  2. 02Dish

    Gamjatang

    Gamjatang
    45 Yeonmujang-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea서울 성동구 연무장길 45

    The grandmother's signature dish, Gamjatang, is made with pork back ribs and various ingredients, simmered to create a deep flavor that is well-known in the neighborhood.

    Grandma's gamjatang, made by simmering pork back ribs and dried radish leaves in a large cauldron, is known throughout the neighborhood for its rich flavor.
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  3. 03Restaurant

    Musubi

    Grilled Mackerel Soba
    19 U-dong 1-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea부산 해운대구 우동1로 19

    The scene features a popular soba restaurant in Haeundae known for its delicious cold and hot soba dishes. The restaurant is famous for its grilled mackerel soba, which combines the rich flavors of mackerel with the soba noodles.

    A Japanese-style buckwheat noodle restaurant in Haeundae is said to be featured. This well-known eatery on Harrydan-gil is famous for its delicious cold soba and hot soba, so let's find out more about this restaurant.
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Details

Production

Broadcast details, runtime, language, and key production credits.

Country
South Korea
Original language
Korean
Episode runtime
65 min
Spoken languages
Korean
Creators
Seo Sook-hyang
Writers
Seo Sook-hyang

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Characters

Cast & characters

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Actors

Lead actors

Lead performer biographies and notable credits.

Kong Hyo-jin

Kong Hyo-jinas Seo Yoo-kyung

공효진
1980-04-04 · Seoul, South Korea

Kong Hyo-jin is a prominent South Korean actress, celebrated for her captivating performances in both film and television. Born on April 4, 1980, she began her acting career in 1999 with the film "Whispering Corridors 2" and made her television debut in 2000 with "The Honor of Family." Over the years, she has starred in numerous successful dramas, including "Sang-doo! Let's Go to School," "Thank You," "Pasta," "The Greatest Love," and "Master's Sun," which have solidified her status as a leading figure in the romantic comedy genre. Her breakout role came in the 2008 film "Crush and Blush," where she played a quirky teacher, earning her the Best Actress award at the Korean Film Awards. Kong's talent and versatility have led to a series of high-profile projects, including "It’s Okay, That’s Love," "The Producers," and the critically acclaimed "When the Camellia Blooms." For her exceptional contributions to the industry, she has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious KBS Acting Award and recognition as Gallup Korea's Television Actor of the Year in 2019. Kong Hyo-jin continues to charm audiences with her performances, maintaining her reputation as the queen of romantic comedies in Korean entertainment.

Lee Sun-kyun

Lee Sun-kyunas Choi Hyun-wook

이선균
1975-03-02 · Seoul, South Korea

Lee Sun-kyun was a prominent South Korean actor known for his versatility and compelling performances across both film and television. He gained international recognition for his role in Bong Joon-ho's Academy Award-winning film Parasite, where he showcased his talent alongside a talented ensemble, earning a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture. His filmography includes critically acclaimed works such as the mystery thriller Helpless, the romantic comedy All About My Wife, and the crime/black comedy A Hard Day, each of which solidified his place in the industry. Lee's career began in musical theatre, but he initially faced challenges, often relegated to minor and supporting roles. However, he gained mainstream popularity with his performances in the television dramas Coffee Prince and Behind the White Tower, followed by notable series like Pasta and My Mister. His collaboration with director Hong Sang-soo in arthouse films further showcased his range as an actor, with titles like Oki's Movie and Nobody's Daughter Haewon highlighting his artistic depth. In his later years, Lee continued to take on diverse and challenging roles, starring in projects such as the Apple TV+ series Dr. Brain and the political drama Kingmaker. Tragically, Lee Sun-kyun passed away on December 27, 2023, at the age of 48, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and a profound impact on the South Korean entertainment industry.

Alex Chu

Alex Chuas Kim San

알렉스
1979-09-02 · Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Alex Chu, born Chu Heon-gon, is a Korean-Canadian singer and actor celebrated for his contributions to the music scene as the male vocalist of the electropop band Clazziquai. His unique sound and style have made him a prominent figure in the South Korean music industry. In addition to his musical achievements, Alex has ventured into acting, showcasing his versatility and talent across various projects. His work with Clazziquai has not only garnered a dedicated fanbase but has also cemented his status as a multifaceted performer. With a career that bridges both music and acting, Alex continues to captivate audiences with his artistic expression and dynamic presence.

Choi Shang

Choi Shangas Nemo

1987-01-01 · Seoul, South Korea

Choi Min, known professionally as Choi Shang, is a South Korean actor recognized for his contributions to the entertainment industry. While specific details about his career and notable works may vary, he continues to be an influential figure in the South Korean film and television landscape. Choi Shang's talent and versatility have garnered him a dedicated following among fans of K-drama and cinema.

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Episode guide

Episodes

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  1. Episode 1
    Ep 1Episode 1
    2010-01-04 · 65 min

    Seo Yoo-kyung, the lowest-ranking member of the kitchen staff at a top Italian restaurant, is promoted to assistant to the pasta chef.

  2. Episode 2
    Ep 2Episode 2
    2010-01-05 · 65 min

    Soon after Hyun-wook makes his startling suggestion to date, Yoo-kyung must make a decision.

  3. Episode 3
    Ep 3Episode 3
    2010-01-11 · 65 min

    After Yoo-kyung loses the lunch challenge, San and Se-young see Hyun-wook firing her and feel pity at her crushed reaction.

  4. Episode 4
    Ep 4Episode 4
    2010-01-12 · 65 min

    Yoo-kyung is stunned to be named the winner of the blind audition, and everyone agrees that her dish is deserving.

  5. Episode 5
    Ep 5Episode 5
    2010-01-18 · 65 min

    Yoo-kyung concedes that she received $8,550 from the egg vendor, but insists that despite appearances, she's innocent.

  6. Episode 6
    Ep 6Episode 6
    2010-01-19 · 65 min

    Team Korea muses that perhaps the head chef has become addicted to firing people. Meanwhile, Kang makes her move on Philip.

  7. Episode 7
    Ep 7Episode 7
    2010-01-25 · 65 min

    Hyun-wook and Yoo-kyung share a special breakfast while on a trip to the seaside to buy fish.

  8. Episode 8
    Ep 8Episode 8
    2010-01-26 · 65 min

    Former President Seol pays La Sfera a visit. San berates Seol for not only pocketing so much money, but for making Seo Yoo-kyung his scapegoat.

  9. Episode 9
    Ep 9Episode 9
    2010-02-01 · 65 min

    Yoo-kyung and Hyun-wook bandy about metaphors of fish, cutting boards and love. Exasperated with Hyun-wook's mixed signals, Yoo-kyung storms off.

  10. Episode 10
    Ep 10Episode 10
    2010-02-02 · 65 min

    Hyun-wook and Yoo-kyung begin to get closer at the hospital. He asks if she's concerned about the kitchen staff finding out about their relationship.

  11. Episode 11
    Ep 11Episode 11
    2010-02-08 · 65 min

    Hyun-wook tells Yoo-kyung that he likes her too. She's concerned that they might get caught, but Hyun-wook says they'll just have to be careful.

  12. Episode 12
    Ep 12Episode 12
    2010-02-09 · 65 min

    When Eun-soo announces that he'll quit, everyone at La Sfera is shocked. Eun-soo tells Hyun-wook that he knows he is dating Yoo-kyung.

  13. Episode 13
    Ep 13Episode 13
    2010-02-15 · 65 min

    Sae-young tells Yoo-kyung that she once dated Hyun-wook. The chefs warmly welcome back Eun-soo, who finally decided to return.

  14. Episode 14
    Ep 14Episode 14
    2010-02-16 · 65 min

    After her friends see her giving a box of chocolates to Hyun-wook, Yoo-kyung explains that she has a crush on him but that they are not dating.

  15. Episode 15
    Ep 15Episode 15
    2010-02-22 · 65 min

    Seol sees Yoo-kyung and Hyun-wook cuddling and he reports what he saw to San. San orders him to pretend that he doesn't know that the two are dating.

  16. Episode 16
    Ep 16Episode 16
    2010-02-23 · 65 min

    Hyun-wook quits his job. When Yoo-kyung insists he should stay, Hyun-wook tells her that if she wants to work together with him, she can quit, too.

  17. Episode 17
    Ep 17Episode 17
    2010-03-01 · 65 min

    Hyun-wook and his team of chefs return to La Sfera after Sae-young tells him that she doesn't have the confidence to cook again.

  18. Episode 18
    Ep 18Episode 18
    2010-03-02 · 65 min

    Hyun-wook and the La Sfera chefs are shocked when they read about Sae-young's confession in a news conference. Overwhelmed, San calls Sae-young.

  19. Episode 19
    Ep 19Episode 19
    2010-03-08 · 65 min

    Hyun-wook announces that Seok-ho and his team can enter the New Chef Cooking Competition on the condition that everyone pull together and help.

  20. Episode 20
    Ep 20Episode 20
    2010-03-09 · 65 min

    Yoo-kyung finds it tough to decide whether to go to Italy to receive cooking training because it would mean that she'd be apart from Hyun-wook.

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