Hahaha. I love the subtle message in the finale episode: a capitalist company owned by a workers' cooperative. The true goal of SocDems.and DemSocs, which has been working for decades in Spain and other companies.
As the FL said, something never seen in Korea, yet.
Episode 10 and the rest of Season 1:That was good editing. They focused on the human aspect and familyness. The…
Here's what's next. These are suggestions.
1. Consider actually launching Kumusta as a real restaurant Filipino brand in Korea. 2. For that original branch, it can remain the show's main branch. 3. In Season 02 they can visit a new branch somewhere.
4. Show us more Koreans who reacted negatively.
Let's be honest, not everyone will like Filipino food just like not every Filipino likes every Filipino food just because it's Filipino; or Koreans liking every Korean food just because it's Korean. It tells the audience that the customers were genuine random customers and were not filtered thriugh some online application process and told to give positive feedbacks as much as possible.
5. In S02, time to bring in additional Filipino food.
Since they got Rebisco as a sponsor, why not convince Lucky Me to sponsor them? Many Koreans like the spiciest flavor (but NOT calamansi flavors) of Lucky Me Pancit Canton.
6. Dishwasher please. 🤣🤣 The dishwasher doesn't have to be a celebrity. Could be BTS. Dishwashers are always BTS after all. 😆
7. Taho! Introduce Taho! Halo-halo is overrated! They didn't even feature hali-halo at all even though there seemed to be a few orders.
Taho is a must. The Koreans need to learn there's more to soya / tofu than getting out of prison. 😝
8. Sell lambanog! Okay, just kidding, don't do this one.
That was good editing. They focused on the human aspect and familyness. The core values of both Filipino and Korean cultures.
In the entire S01, it was clear they didn't show a lot scenes. I wish they did because some of those scenes could've changed the narrative for the better and made the theme even more profoundly "Introducing Filipino culture to Koreans".
For example, we are not sure if JCW was told what the lechon session is called, you know, eating together from one large table with banana leaves. Usually eating with hands, but using utensils is not forbidden. Even though he volunteered and wasn't part of the plan, he did show genuine curiosity. That's prime cultural exchange right there and then! But they missed to capitalized on JCW.
Talent fee? That's not a valid excuse, for one, he said so himself, he saw it online and rushed to volunteer and help. He likely asked to be given the same salary as everyone else, and the way he worked? That was genuine too. I saw no acting there.
If anything, he was gave everyone a lot of cultural exchange content but it seems that they didn't include those scenes. He obviously asked a lot of questions and shared his own too! Really missed opportunity there.
Unless of course they reserved those scenes for special episodes and we're being to impatient. 😆
I submitted a correct but because they often give me the silliest reasons to not correct incorrect information, I'll post my reason here why it should be "co-production with Korea" and not "co-production with Philippines".
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It's wrong English to say "co-production with the Philippines" when: 1. It was a Philippine production 2. It was a Philippine-led production 3. It was originally and first aired in the Philippines
You don't see Korean productions filmed in the Philippines "co-production with Korea" because: 1. It was a Korean production 2. It was a Korean-led production 3. It was originally and first aired in Korea
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Partnering with a local production company is SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) because they know their own countri better. It doesn't make the shor suddenly their own. Kirean production companies also partner with Philippine production companies when filming in the country, and you will never see a Kdrama or any Korean show suddenly labeled as "co-production with Korea".
The original description was already correct "co-production with Korea", but as of this post, it changed to "co-production with the Philippines". 😆 That's no different from exporting Philippine Ube, then importing it in the Philippines as Foreign-brand Ube shake. 🤣🤣🤣
The movie that divided the Philippines more deeply. To this very day, there is no clear evidence if General Emilio Aguinaldo did order the assassination of General Antonio Luna and Gat Andres Bonifacio, which is a thorn to all the Aguinaldo clan. At the same time, it is not clear if former President Manuel L. Quezon was indeed guilty of the accusations thrown at him.
Both clans, Aguinaldo and Quezon, are denying the accusations about their forefathers, leaving the Filipino people divided to this day. Were the accusations against Aguinaldo just a smear campaign by Quezon? Were the accusations against Quezon simply an attempt to blame him for the current political situation in the Philippines?
they were swapped when they were 12, when Seori was drowning with her parents and apparently at that time Danshim…
The Danshim case is confusing. In a latter scene, the adults were talking how she was being chased by a tiger, so she jumped to a pond that magically turned very deep.
In an earlier scene, they all acted and talked how crazy she must be for jumping in to the water just to escape her fate. 😅😅😅
I think they only hired Ji Chang Wook and the rest of the Korean guest to promote the show for the exposure of…
True as well on your observations. Fine dining restaurants in the Philippines use hairnets and mouth guard. It's SOP. Fastfood chains use hairnets too, it's mandatory even if you have short hair and a guy.
Even in hotel restaurants, a hairnet is mandatory. Or wear a cap or hat for chefs.
I can't tell if the restaurant was prepared based on Korean customs, because they lack dishwashing gloves and server gloves. If it was prepared based on Filipino standard, there would've been hairnets and mouth guards.
I'm suspecting it was prepared based on what they listed in E01 during pre-meetings. They didn't have a dishwasher for example, something many forgets if you haven't worked in a fastfood chain or restaurant.
So, it isn't just a variety show, it is a reality show. Everything were prepared based on their requests and checklists. Since most of them had no experience in this field, they forgot the basic essentials in the food service industry.
Maybe in Season 02 they'll realize that because fans noticed it.
JCW really showed real restaurant service and knowledge. I was very impressed. He knew what to say, he knew what to do. He knew to just check with the customers if anything hasn't been served.
He didn't have time to study and observe but he did it. I guess he got comfortable that his natural service nature came out. Which was perfect timing. He saved them.
Did you know?According to Program for International Student Assessment (PISA), up to 67% of Filipino students…
Don't be fooled by Kdrama depictions or the highly publicized severe cases from South Korea; or, the lack of bullying news in the Philippines. Those are not indicators if bullying is already a disease in the country or not.
They depict and exaggerate school violence in Kdrama because they want the people to stay vigilant, otherwise, the old ways might return. That's the lesson from this show, the worst case scenario if they start to get complacent.
In the Philippines, you won't see it in Pdrama because social issues don't sell in the country. If you depict school violence here, you'll hear from parents and religious leaders, even politicians.
See the pattern? - In South Korea: Exaggerated depiction in Kdrama + highly publicized and controversial cases ≠ reality. Only 10% or less. - In the Philippines: Lack of depiction and news about school violence ≠ reality. 67% of students experienced school violence.
a. We have an anti-hazing and anti-bullying laws. The only thing it did was to make the bullies creative in hiding their crimes. b. We have a half-baked juvenile law. The only thing it did was give parents a way to keep their criminal kids out in the world, commiting more crimes.
Did you know bullies in the Philippines found ways to do hazing without it leaving any marks or injuries? That's why whenever a hazing case get exposed, it was because they miscalculated, and often, someone died.
It was only last May 2026 when it was proposed that all schools must have a School Violence Committee. I honestly do not know if it will make any difference. You need a solid proof when reporting someone, otherwise, it's bordering defamation. And bullying isn't just physical, as shown in Episode 9.
According to Program for International Student Assessment (PISA), up to 67% of Filipino students experienced bullying in one form or another. In South Korea only 10% or less, Korean students, experienced any form of bullying.
Don't forget that this show is: 1. Dystopian fiction 2. Cautionary tales
So, don't just drool because of handsome faces or getting satisfied with seeing the evil getting what they deserve, be aware that there's a lesson here:
If we don't do something with our respective cultures and laws, this worst case "what if" might happen in the future.
The dystopian fiction here is the existence of the ERPB. There's at least a 1% chance such an organization might exist somewhere in the future.
The cautionary tales are the evils and crimes being committed against the teachers and students. Which, let's be honest, some of it are already happening for the last 26 years. And still happening. Nothing changed, it's only getting worse.
It is these cautionary tales that triggered the creation of ERPB, the dystopian fiction with only 1% possibility.
This show is no ordinary fiction, it's showing us a worst case scenario if we don't take action today.
8.5/10Unrealistic (how I wish this exists irl lol) but very entertaining & satisfying. I love that they have…
It's not about realism. it's a dystopian fiction + cautionary tales.
It is showing us the worst case scenario if we don't do anything in resolving these issues: disrespect against teachers, bullying, drugs, stupid and overtly broad and vague laws like juvenile, and so on.
The dystopian fiction is the existence of ERPB. An organization that shouldn't exist ever.
The cautionary tales are what will happen to schools if we continue to ignore these evil things and make stupid laws, and most important of all, what will happen if someone actually creates an ERPB-like organization.
It was intentionally exaggerated because it's showing us the worst case scenario. The worst case "what if". A "what if" that has a 1% or more chance of actually becoming reality. And let's be honest, some are already happening in many schools in many countries. Oh, and tse stupid laws that is being abused by criminal minors and their parents? That actually exists in many countries. That part is very realistic. I experienced being a victim of those stupid laws.
The ending scene, that's real too. It's called hazing. There are laws against hazing in other countries, and iett stills happening. Why? Because kids these days do find ways to hide their illegal and criminal activities. That's very real too.
I'd say that the only unrealistic parts were the existence of ERPB and that automechanic school. But again, the show is about cautionary tales and dystopian future. A worst case "what if" reality that has at least 1% chancef actually happening if we let things as is.
1. Surprisingly, they finally nailed their order process.
2. The Korean kid should be hired as food taster. ❤️❤️❤️
3. I seriously didn't know we use Arozcaldo for hangovers. Then again, I've never gotten drunk my entire life. 😆😆 I'm from a parallel world where our alcohol tolerance is infinite. 🤣🤣🤣🤣 But we're not immune to gout, sadly, so no more alcoholic drinks for me. 😝
4. I don't know how to react with the ice cream. I mean, parents usually restrict giving ice cream when their kids are being stubborn. It's often used as a reward after they eat proper food. However, Jodi meant well, the kid also needed to calm down. 😅 Luckily, the Chef's Magic, as JCW called it, did it.
5. The returning customer.
Wow! He really got curious about the fish. We take it for granted here in the Philippines, but he was genuinely curious about it. He returned and brought with him two new customers. He even championed the foods to his friends.
Guys, hire that guy. Maybe he's a vlogger. Invite him in the Philippines for a food trip. He's a golden customer. He's authentic. If he likes something, he actively recommends it, "actively" as in let hir friends try it literally, not just word-of-mouth.
For real, sponsor him to have a food trip in the Philippines.
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As the FL said, something never seen in Korea, yet.
1. Consider actually launching Kumusta as a real restaurant Filipino brand in Korea.
2. For that original branch, it can remain the show's main branch.
3. In Season 02 they can visit a new branch somewhere.
4. Show us more Koreans who reacted negatively.
Let's be honest, not everyone will like Filipino food just like not every Filipino likes every Filipino food just because it's Filipino; or Koreans liking every Korean food just because it's Korean. It tells the audience that the customers were genuine random customers and were not filtered thriugh some online application process and told to give positive feedbacks as much as possible.
5. In S02, time to bring in additional Filipino food.
Since they got Rebisco as a sponsor, why not convince Lucky Me to sponsor them? Many Koreans like the spiciest flavor (but NOT calamansi flavors) of Lucky Me Pancit Canton.
6. Dishwasher please. 🤣🤣 The dishwasher doesn't have to be a celebrity. Could be BTS. Dishwashers are always BTS after all. 😆
7. Taho! Introduce Taho! Halo-halo is overrated! They didn't even feature hali-halo at all even though there seemed to be a few orders.
Taho is a must. The Koreans need to learn there's more to soya / tofu than getting out of prison. 😝
8. Sell lambanog! Okay, just kidding, don't do this one.
That was good editing. They focused on the human aspect and familyness. The core values of both Filipino and Korean cultures.
In the entire S01, it was clear they didn't show a lot scenes. I wish they did because some of those scenes could've changed the narrative for the better and made the theme even more profoundly "Introducing Filipino culture to Koreans".
For example, we are not sure if JCW was told what the lechon session is called, you know, eating together from one large table with banana leaves. Usually eating with hands, but using utensils is not forbidden. Even though he volunteered and wasn't part of the plan, he did show genuine curiosity. That's prime cultural exchange right there and then! But they missed to capitalized on JCW.
Talent fee? That's not a valid excuse, for one, he said so himself, he saw it online and rushed to volunteer and help. He likely asked to be given the same salary as everyone else, and the way he worked? That was genuine too. I saw no acting there.
If anything, he was gave everyone a lot of cultural exchange content but it seems that they didn't include those scenes. He obviously asked a lot of questions and shared his own too! Really missed opportunity there.
Unless of course they reserved those scenes for special episodes and we're being to impatient. 😆
So, what's next?
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It's wrong English to say "co-production with the Philippines" when:
1. It was a Philippine production
2. It was a Philippine-led production
3. It was originally and first aired in the Philippines
You don't see Korean productions filmed in the Philippines "co-production with Korea" because:
1. It was a Korean production
2. It was a Korean-led production
3. It was originally and first aired in Korea
---
Partnering with a local production company is SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) because they know their own countri better. It doesn't make the shor suddenly their own. Kirean production companies also partner with Philippine production companies when filming in the country, and you will never see a Kdrama or any Korean show suddenly labeled as "co-production with Korea".
The original description was already correct "co-production with Korea", but as of this post, it changed to "co-production with the Philippines". 😆 That's no different from exporting Philippine Ube, then importing it in the Philippines as Foreign-brand Ube shake. 🤣🤣🤣
Both clans, Aguinaldo and Quezon, are denying the accusations about their forefathers, leaving the Filipino people divided to this day. Were the accusations against Aguinaldo just a smear campaign by Quezon? Were the accusations against Quezon simply an attempt to blame him for the current political situation in the Philippines?
No one will ever know the truth.
In an earlier scene, they all acted and talked how crazy she must be for jumping in to the water just to escape her fate. 😅😅😅
Even in hotel restaurants, a hairnet is mandatory. Or wear a cap or hat for chefs.
I can't tell if the restaurant was prepared based on Korean customs, because they lack dishwashing gloves and server gloves. If it was prepared based on Filipino standard, there would've been hairnets and mouth guards.
I'm suspecting it was prepared based on what they listed in E01 during pre-meetings. They didn't have a dishwasher for example, something many forgets if you haven't worked in a fastfood chain or restaurant.
So, it isn't just a variety show, it is a reality show. Everything were prepared based on their requests and checklists. Since most of them had no experience in this field, they forgot the basic essentials in the food service industry.
Maybe in Season 02 they'll realize that because fans noticed it.
JCW really showed real restaurant service and knowledge. I was very impressed. He knew what to say, he knew what to do. He knew to just check with the customers if anything hasn't been served.
He didn't have time to study and observe but he did it. I guess he got comfortable that his natural service nature came out. Which was perfect timing. He saved them.
They depict and exaggerate school violence in Kdrama because they want the people to stay vigilant, otherwise, the old ways might return. That's the lesson from this show, the worst case scenario if they start to get complacent.
In the Philippines, you won't see it in Pdrama because social issues don't sell in the country. If you depict school violence here, you'll hear from parents and religious leaders, even politicians.
See the pattern?
- In South Korea: Exaggerated depiction in Kdrama + highly publicized and controversial cases ≠ reality. Only 10% or less.
- In the Philippines: Lack of depiction and news about school violence ≠ reality. 67% of students experienced school violence.
a. We have an anti-hazing and anti-bullying laws. The only thing it did was to make the bullies creative in hiding their crimes.
b. We have a half-baked juvenile law. The only thing it did was give parents a way to keep their criminal kids out in the world, commiting more crimes.
Did you know bullies in the Philippines found ways to do hazing without it leaving any marks or injuries? That's why whenever a hazing case get exposed, it was because they miscalculated, and often, someone died.
It was only last May 2026 when it was proposed that all schools must have a School Violence Committee. I honestly do not know if it will make any difference. You need a solid proof when reporting someone, otherwise, it's bordering defamation. And bullying isn't just physical, as shown in Episode 9.
According to Program for International Student Assessment (PISA), up to 67% of Filipino students experienced bullying in one form or another. In South Korea only 10% or less, Korean students, experienced any form of bullying.
1. Dystopian fiction
2. Cautionary tales
So, don't just drool because of handsome faces or getting satisfied with seeing the evil getting what they deserve, be aware that there's a lesson here:
If we don't do something with our respective cultures and laws, this worst case "what if" might happen in the future.
The dystopian fiction here is the existence of the ERPB. There's at least a 1% chance such an organization might exist somewhere in the future.
The cautionary tales are the evils and crimes being committed against the teachers and students. Which, let's be honest, some of it are already happening for the last 26 years. And still happening. Nothing changed, it's only getting worse.
It is these cautionary tales that triggered the creation of ERPB, the dystopian fiction with only 1% possibility.
This show is no ordinary fiction, it's showing us a worst case scenario if we don't take action today.
It is showing us the worst case scenario if we don't do anything in resolving these issues: disrespect against teachers, bullying, drugs, stupid and overtly broad and vague laws like juvenile, and so on.
The dystopian fiction is the existence of ERPB. An organization that shouldn't exist ever.
The cautionary tales are what will happen to schools if we continue to ignore these evil things and make stupid laws, and most important of all, what will happen if someone actually creates an ERPB-like organization.
It was intentionally exaggerated because it's showing us the worst case scenario. The worst case "what if". A "what if" that has a 1% or more chance of actually becoming reality. And let's be honest, some are already happening in many schools in many countries. Oh, and tse stupid laws that is being abused by criminal minors and their parents? That actually exists in many countries. That part is very realistic. I experienced being a victim of those stupid laws.
The ending scene, that's real too. It's called hazing. There are laws against hazing in other countries, and iett stills happening. Why? Because kids these days do find ways to hide their illegal and criminal activities. That's very real too.
I'd say that the only unrealistic parts were the existence of ERPB and that automechanic school. But again, the show is about cautionary tales and dystopian future. A worst case "what if" reality that has at least 1% chancef actually happening if we let things as is.
2. The Korean kid should be hired as food taster. ❤️❤️❤️
3. I seriously didn't know we use Arozcaldo for hangovers. Then again, I've never gotten drunk my entire life. 😆😆 I'm from a parallel world where our alcohol tolerance is infinite. 🤣🤣🤣🤣 But we're not immune to gout, sadly, so no more alcoholic drinks for me. 😝
4. I don't know how to react with the ice cream. I mean, parents usually restrict giving ice cream when their kids are being stubborn. It's often used as a reward after they eat proper food. However, Jodi meant well, the kid also needed to calm down. 😅 Luckily, the Chef's Magic, as JCW called it, did it.
5. The returning customer.
Wow! He really got curious about the fish. We take it for granted here in the Philippines, but he was genuinely curious about it. He returned and brought with him two new customers. He even championed the foods to his friends.
Guys, hire that guy. Maybe he's a vlogger. Invite him in the Philippines for a food trip. He's a golden customer. He's authentic. If he likes something, he actively recommends it, "actively" as in let hir friends try it literally, not just word-of-mouth.
For real, sponsor him to have a food trip in the Philippines.