In a resounding victory for fans of Korean culinary excellence, Netflix has officially confirmed that its hit reality series “Culinary Class Wars” will be returning for a highly anticipated second season.
The announcement comes just weeks after the show’s debut season captured the imaginations of viewers around the world, becoming the first Korean unscripted program to top Netflix’s Global TOP 10 Non-English TV category for a remarkable three consecutive weeks.
“Thanks to the viewers, we are able to proceed with season 2,” said directors Kim Hak Min and Kim Eun Ji of Studio Slam, the production team behind the series. “We will work hard to meet the expectations and love shown to us.”
“Culinary Class Wars” has captivated global audiences with its unparalleled fusion of high-stakes culinary competition and the dynamic energy of martial arts-inspired storytelling. The show pits 100 aspiring chefs, known as the “black spoons,” against Korea’s most renowned culinary masters, the “white spoons,” in a series of intense cooking challenges that test the limits of their skills and creativity.
Baek Jong Won, Korea’s top culinary mentor, and Ahn Sung Jae, the Michelin 3-star chef of Mosu Seoul, whose expert guidance and razor-sharp critiques have become essential viewing for fans, form the core of the series.
The announcement praised Baek Jong Won’s broad culinary expertise and Ahn Sung Jae’s precise judgment for setting a new standard in cooking survival shows.
The show’s unique blend of high-stakes competition, uncompromising standards, and unexpected plot twists has clearly resonated with global audiences. In its home country of South Korea, “Culinary Class Wars” has dominated media discussions for four weeks straight and topped the Good Data Corporation’s FUNdex TV rankings for three consecutive weeks. It also became the first Netflix variety show to rank first in Gallup Korea’s September survey of Koreans’ favorite programs.
And the success story doesn’t end there. Netflix is now preparing to build on the momentum, with plans to release a slew of new and diverse reality offerings in the coming year, including the highly anticipated “Comedy Revenge,” “Zombieverse: New Blood,” and “Ultimate Rugby: Win or Die.”
“Shows of this scale take a lot of effort to bring to life, and we’re proud of what we’ve accomplished with our dedicated team,” said Ki Hwan Yoo, Netflix’s director of content in Korea. “As we continue to expand our unscripted offerings, we’re looking forward to sharing even more unique and exciting titles with you soon.”
The news of a second season is sure to meet the legions of “Culinary Class Wars” fans with unbridled enthusiasm, as they eagerly await the return of their favorite culinary clash. The first installment captivated audiences with its perfect blend of high-stakes competition, unexpected twists, and a hearty serving of Korean culinary excellence.
The return of the core creative team, which includes Kim Hak Min, Kim Eun Ji, and writer Mo Eun Seol, sets the stage for an even more thrilling and unpredictable second course.
“We will work hard to meet the expectations and love shown to us,” the directors promised, no doubt setting the stage for an even more unforgettable season of “Culinary Class Wars” in the not-too-distant future.
As the global appetite for Korean entertainment continues to grow, Netflix’s investment in the unscripted space appears to be paying dividends. “Culinary Class Wars” is leading the way, paving the way for an even more diverse and engaging lineup of reality offerings that will undoubtedly captivate audiences worldwide.