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Lee Hyung-taek asks wife for Korean beef omakase every morning: 'If you're making food...'
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Lee Hyung-taek asks wife for Korean beef omakase every morning: 'If you're making food...'

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Former tennis player Lee Hyung-taek appeared on the MBN show 'Dongchimi' and explained his "omakase" request to his wife.
  • He clarified that he asks for Korean beef omakase every morning, not as a demand, but as a suggestion for his wife to prepare it if she's already making food.
  • The show featured other celebrities discussing various topics.

Former tennis player Lee Hyung-taek addressed a viral "omakase" story during his appearance on the MBN talk show 'Dongchimi.' The program, which featured a cast of celebrities including Hyun Ju-yeop, Heo Jae, Kim Byung-hyun, Noh Sa-yeon, Lee Hong-ryul, Oh Na-mi, and Park So-young, saw Lee clarify his morning routine.

Lee explained that he requests "hanwoo omakase" (a Korean beef tasting menu) from his wife every morning. However, he emphasized that it's not a demanding request but rather a suggestion. "If you're going to make food anyway, why not make omakase?" he reportedly said, implying it's a casual suggestion rather than a strict demand.

The show's MC, Lee Hyun-yi, introduced Lee as a "real man," setting the stage for his explanation. The segment highlighted the humorous and relatable aspects of married life, with Lee's clarification aiming to dispel any misconceptions about his relationship dynamics. The discussion provided a glimpse into the personal lives of the celebrity guests, offering lighthearted entertainment to the viewers.

If you're going to make food anyway, why not make omakase?

โ€” Lee Hyung-taekExplaining his 'omakase' request to his wife on the show 'Dongchimi.'
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.