Side-stepping the routine reality shows dunked in drama, backstabbing, and glitz, Jinny’s Kitchen (also known as Seojin’s) unleashed a new wave of collaborative thrill when it first hit OTT in 2023. On Jinny’s Kitchen, some of the most desirable celebrities in the Korean universe rustle up South Korean street food for international audiences, serving flavour and flair in equal measure. While filming for Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2 is still underway, the star cast has already been spotted in a new country of choice, Iceland, preparing to delight another fortunate set of visitors.
Cast, Release Date, and more
Directed by Na Young-Seok, Season 1 featured Lee Seo-Jin, Jeong Yu Mi, Park-Seo Joon, Choi Woo-Shik, and V from BTS as the key runners of Jinny’s Kitchen in Mexico. From rustling up spicy fricken to plating gimbap, audiences rejoiced in this slice-of-life reality TV show. Season 2 will witness the comeback of Park-Seo Joon, Choi Woo-Shik, while BTS’ V, who is currently completing his mandatory military service, will be replaced by Go Min-Si. Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2‘s release date hasn’t been revealed yet.
Like Season 1, Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2 will be available to stream on Amazon Prime Video.
Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2: Welcome to Iceland
spotted seojun cleaning outside the restaurant 😂🙌🏻 #JinnysKitchen2 #박서준
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— 준 (@ttojunie) March 22, 2024
Ahead of the highly anticipated premiere of Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2, fans caught a glimpse of Park-Seo Joon cleaning the main door railings and readying the restaurant for the filming of this innings. Set in Iceland’s Reykjavik, the upcoming season will witness patrons lining up for a sumptuous serving from their globally loved Korean celebs. Choi Woo-Shik of Train to Busan (2016) fame was also spotted during the production of the second instalment of this culinary show.
Wooshik hair style 😍🤩#JinnysKitchen #jinnyskitchens2 #박서준 #parkseojoon #パクソジュン#최우식#チェウシク#wooshik#gominsi #고민시 pic.twitter.com/jd6HrEQ92T
— Panda (@Wooshiker) March 24, 2024
Another fan took to social media to share a sneak peek into the sumptuous adventure that awaited the views. In addition to Park-Seo Joon, we see the restaurant facade for the second season.
Best things to do in Iceland
If a trip to the beautiful places in Iceland is on the cards, rest assured that a sea of fun-filled excursions await – sometimes so many that they’re hard to pocket in one getaway. For starters, over 20 species of whales, porpoises, and dolphins await in the Icelandic waters – particularly accessible from the downtown area of Reykjavik, the filming location of Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2! Next, target Lake Myvatn; nestled in a highly geothermally active region, this lake is home to over 58 species of birds, in addition to exotic flora. Here, you can also indulge in Myvatn Nature Baths. Another geothermal spa, The Blue Lagoon, is already a global favourite and best known for its healing silica mud.
Here’s our comprehensive guide for those planning a solo trip to Iceland.
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Other key attractions in the region include The Westfjords, Dettifoss Waterfall, and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. Those with a penchant for adventure must explore horseback riding tours, ice-caving, glacier hiking, and snowmobiling. And lastly, if you manage to time your Iceland vacation with the Northern Lights, you have a holiday for the ages.
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What went down in Jinny’s Kitchen Season 1
Season 1 of Jinny’s Kitchen witnessed Korean celebrities running a restaurant from the ground up in the tropical setting of Mexico’s Bacalar. Lee Seo-Jin plays the boss who intends to run the business earnestly. He’s joined by Jeong Yumi (the new executive), Park-Seo Joon (the new head of the kitchen), Choi Woo-Shik (the intern), and BTS’ V, the ambitious new intern. Together, they whip up scrumptious South Korean street food for the beautiful coastal town’s people. Be it introducing new menus to boost sales, dancing in the kitchen, or handling the king of all rush hours, team Jinny’s Kitchen does it all, while keeping us glued to our screens.
Jinny’s Kitchen‘s filming location, Bacalar, is a charming Mexican town best known for its infinite blue seas. Albeit an offbeat destination in Mexico, it’s a nature lovers haven. Here, go kayaking in the crystal-clear lagoon, consider snorkelling and diving in Cenote Azul, and enjoy the famous two-person swim over the secluded (and worth the hype!) El Encanto, and try your hand at stand-up paddleboarding in Lake Bacalar. Other must-visit attractions in Bacalar include Fort San Felipe, Cenote Esmeralda, Bacalar Park, and the Dzibanche and Kohunlich Ruins.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
– When will Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2 be released?
The release date for Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2 hasn’t been revealed yet.
– What is the star cast for Jinnys Kitchen Season 2?
Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2 features Lee Seo-Jin, Jeong Yumi, Park-Seo Joon, Choi Woo-Shik, and Go Min-Si in key roles.
– Will Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2 be released on OTT platforms?
Yes, Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2 will be released on Amazon Prime Video.
– Is Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2 based on a true story?
Jinny’s Kitchen Season 2 is a reality TV show.
Written By
Yashita Vashishth
Senior Digital Writer – Growth, Travel
Writer by day, reader by night, Yashita has a flair for all things travel, wellness and food. She has previously worked at Condé Nast India and Times Internet. When not working, you can catch her binge-reading the latest thriller on the block, re-watching Friends, trying a new recipe or hosting her friends.
