MBC’s “Chef of Antarctica” Locks In Premiere Date With Striking New Poster
A heartwarming survival of a different kind is headed to primetime. MBC’s new variety series “Chef of Antarctica” (literal title) will follow Baek Jong Won, Im Soo Hyang, EXO’s Suho, and Chae Jong Hyeop as they prepare comforting meals for a wintering team stationed in one of the most unforgiving places on Earth.
Set against the stark beauty of the southernmost continent, the program spotlights the grit, teamwork, and ingenuity required to feed bodies and spirits in extreme conditions—all while supporting a crew at the forefront of climate change research.
The newly revealed main poster sets the tone: four figures aboard a small boat labeled “King Sejong Antarctic Research Station” gaze toward a collapsed ice wall—an image that captures both the untouched grandeur of Antarctica and the visible fractures of a warming world. The tagline, “A magical meal unfolding at the end of the world,” hints at quiet miracles made from limited ingredients, relentless cold, and a lot of heart.
Cast Chemistry to Watch
Baek Jong Won anchors the team with culinary leadership and field-tested wisdom, while Im Soo Hyang—reportedly armed with “secret skills” honed before departure—promises resourceful, all-in determination. Suho brings a delightful duality, flipping between passionate and charmingly clumsy to spark unpredictable, upbeat chemistry. Making his first foray into reality programming, Chae Jong Hyeop stakes out the role of all-rounder youngest member, impressing with fluent English and tireless hustle both in and out of the kitchen.
From icy supply runs to makeshift kitchen magic, “Chef of Antarctica” is poised to serve warmth where it’s needed most—proving that, even at the end of the world, a good meal can become a lifeline.
“Chef of Antarctica” premieres on November 17. Stay tuned.