(The CEN News / Reporter Seoyeon Ahn) Tune in at 9 p.m. on the 30th as SBS shines a spotlight on hidden masters across South Korea — from two legendary dumpling shops with a 60-year legacy to a buttonhole artisan who allows no more than 0.1 mm of variation.
For the episode airing on the 30th, SBS's 'Master of Living' went behind the scenes to capture the astonishing daily work of these experts: Gijang, Busan's rival dumpling shops known as 'ㅈ' and 'ㅇ', the country's top loaf bakers, and a buttonhole master whose precision stops at 0.1 mm.
Gijang, Busan: the two pillars of dumplings
In Gijang, Busan, two long-standing dumpling shops have quietly ruled local taste buds for generations. Their time-honed techniques have become a magnet for food lovers from across Korea.
First up is 'ㅈ', a dumpling shop with a 60-year tradition. Now run by the second generation, it still delivers the same handmade flavors that built its reputation. Lines form before the doors open. Chewy wrappers cradle a balanced mix of savory meat and vegetables, and the pan-fried dumplings served with a zesty house sauce are this shop's signature.
Facing off against it is 'ㅇ', where the owner's insistence on hand-prepping every ingredient for more than 30 years really shows. Their hefty \"king\" dumplings burst with rich juices while keeping a satisfying crunch. It's become another cornerstone of Gijang's food scene, and its story is revealed on 'Master of Living.'
'Bread Wars' Season 2: Who will claim Korea's best loaf?
Top bakers from hidden shops around the country gathered for a fierce showdown. Season 2 of 'Bread Wars' puts the humble loaf — the true test of a bakery's skill — in the spotlight.
With simple ingredients and processes, the differences in technique become glaringly obvious. Established masters who have already earned acclaim and rising challengers who went viral on social media will face judgment from Korea's finest bakers. Expect a clash between time-honored skill and inventive recipes as they battle for the title of Korea's loaf champion.
Meet the buttonhole master
A buttonhole can make or break a garment. Master Han Hyun-jong, who has dedicated 30 years to this craft, is featured in this segment.
Even in an automated era, Han senses fabric thickness and stretch with his fingertips and fine-tunes microscopic tension. His precision — refusing to accept even a 0.1 mm deviation — elevates his work to near-artistry and leaves a strong impression on viewers.
Ballpark food expert who heightens the in-person game-day thrill
With baseball season underway, \"ballpark goddess\" Son Joo-eun guides viewers to the best eats around stadiums.
Already beloved by fans for her piano performances and cheer songs, Son has earned a reputation as a creator of must-eat ballpark food lists. She highlights essential takeout spots before games, players' go-to restaurants, and other gems that amplify the fun of cheering — all info baseball fans will want to save.
These stories of folks who turn everyday work into extraordinary skill air at 9 p.m. on the 30th on SBS's 'Master of Living.'
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(The CEN News) Reporter Seoyeon Ahn press@mhns.co.kr
