Tastefully Yours” Achieves Highest Ratings in Finale Despite Go Min-si Controversy
The beloved K-drama Tastefully Yours wrapped up its moving journey on June 10, leaving a lasting impression with its heartwarming conclusion and soaring international popularity. Aired on ENA and created as a Genie TV original, the series exemplified the emotional depth and nuance of Korean storytelling.
The final episode of Tastefully Yours brought a touching resolution, centering on forgiveness, love, and the healing power of food. Han Beom-woo (Kang Ha Neul) and Mo Yeon-joo (Go Min Si) laid their emotions bare through cooking, exchanging heartfelt apologies and reaffirming their feelings for one another.
A simple yet meaningful baekban (Korean set meal) prepared by Mo Yeon-joo became a catalyst for reconciliation, symbolizing warmth and understanding beyond culinary skill. Chairwoman Han (Oh Min-ae) was moved by the gesture, while other key relationships—including those involving Jin Myung-sook (Kim Shin-rok) and **Shin Choon-seung (Yoo Su-bin)**—solidified the drama’s central theme of chosen family.
According to Nielsen Korea, the finale scored a nationwide viewership rating of 3.8% and 3.3% in the Seoul metropolitan area, marking the highest numbers of the series. Internationally, Tastefully Yours made waves by ranking No. 2 in Netflix’s non-English TV category for three consecutive weeks. The show entered the Top 10 in 44 countries and even reached No. 1 in 17 regions, highlighting its broad global appeal.
The drama’s success was fueled by compelling performances from its cast. Kang Ha Neul and Go Min Si led with emotional depth and maturity, anchoring the series with sincerity. Kim Shin-rok and Yoo Su-bin offered warmth and dimension to their characters, while supporting actors Oh Min-ae, Bae Na-ra, Hong Hwa-yeon, and Bae Yoo-ram delivered memorable contributions.
Despite the series’ triumph, controversy surfaced involving actress Go Min Si. On May 26, online communities raised school bullying allegations against her. In response, her agency Mystic Story issued a firm denial, stating, _”The claims are clearly false and entirely baseless.” _The agency clarified that similar rumors had previously been investigated and dismissed, emphasizing Go Min Si’s innocence and the damaging impact of false accusations. They also confirmed that legal action, both civil and criminal, had been initiated to protect the actress’s reputation.
