Kang Ye-won’s Secret: One Meal a Day, But Always a Grand Feast

Actor Kang Ye-won’s surprising talent for drawing catches everyone’s notice.

In “Hae-man’s Baekban Travel” on TV CHOSUN, airing at 8:50 PM on the 6th, he sets off for Tongyeong, a charming coastal town, accompanied by actress Kang Ye-won, known for her lively personality.

Kang Ye-won, who has been in the industry for 25 years, has taken on numerous types of roles including comedy, action, and drama, notably appearing in movies like ‘Haeundae’ and ‘Harmony’. She expresses gratitude towards painting oil canvases, which helped her navigate through the ups and downs of her fluctuating acting career. During a meeting with Heo Young-man, an energetic cartoonist, Kang Ye-won showcased some of her artwork stating, “The act of filling a blank canvas with different hues brought me solace.” Upon viewing Kang Ye-won’s creations, a person at the restaurant complimented them, mentioning they were impressive and encouraged her to keep pursuing this passion moving forward. The remarkable talent displayed by Kang Ye-won in art will be highlighted during the program.

Kang Ye-won follows the ‘One meal a day’ regimen and enjoys savoring a substantial meal during this time. Known for honing her abilities through culinary school, she creates simple yet tasty dishes, which led to her being called ‘Grandmaeson’ by her peers. Eagerly anticipating further episodes centered around cooking, Kang Ye-won extends an invitation to Heo Young-man, inviting him over to cook personally. Adding playfully, “How about taking pictures as we visit Baekban here?” This makes their interaction quite friendly. Through her vibrant demeanor and deep-seated love for cuisine, Kang Ye-won conveys optimism, stating boldly that despite life’s challenges, gastronomy brings joy.

Today, actress Kang Ye-won and food enthusiast Heo Young-man venture out to sample an array of sea squirt bibimbap prepared by the renowned ‘Doctor Squirt,’ who offers fifty different varieties of sea squirt delicacies. Kang Ye-won marvels at the Tongyeong-style side dishes brimming with oceanic aroma, including Bolakmu Kimchi and pickled Omani radish, describing them as “tasting just like devouring the sea.” Moreover, they plan to stop by Tachi-jip, a restaurant known for its lavish spread of freshly caught seafood items such as squid, grilled fish, ray, and sea cucumber innards. This establishment is part of the historic Tongyeong Street Eel Lane, famous nationwide for being the sole location that specializes in barbecued eels.