Kim Sihyun's First Meeting with Tongyeong Mentor Stuns

In episode 641 of the MBC variety show "I Live Alone," chef Kim Sihyun's day visiting Tongyeong, his second hometown, was revealed. Kim Sihyun visited Tongyeong to meet Lee Sanghee, a culinary researcher and master of Tongyeong's local cuisine.

Kim Sihyun recalled that when he first came to Tongyeong at the age of 20, he tasted Lee Sanghee's food and was greatly impressed, which made him eager to learn about Tongyeong cuisine. He shared his strong impression at the time, saying, "I ate the teacher's food and thought, 'Wow. What is this Tongyeong?'" Seeing Kim Sihyun's passionate demeanor, Kian84 and Code Kunst marveled, "It's like 'Mr. Sushi King'," and "The courage that comes out when you're obsessed with something."

Kim Sihyun revealed that he directly contacted Lee Sanghee to request a meeting, stating, "I wanted to have a conversation with you, teacher. Please make time for me," and was readily accepted as a disciple. He surprised viewers by sharing that he has maintained a remarkable 7-year connection with Lee Sanghee, learning to make Tongyeong side dishes by accompanying him to the market and learning how to prepare them the very next day.

Meanwhile, Kim Sihyun, born in 2000 and 25 years old, first gained public recognition by appearing on 'Black and White Chef: Culinary Class War Season 2' under the name 'Baby Beast.' At the time, his vegetable dishes received high praise from the judges. He is also a disciple of chef Kim Hee-eun, who appeared as a "silver spoon" contestant on 'Black and White Chef 2.'