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Hello. This is JH from My Korean Guide.
In Black & White Chef, even the most arrogant chefs bow their heads to one man: Chef Hou Deok-juk. He is a living legend who led the Shilla Hotel’s Chinese restaurant, Palsun, for 42 years and served former presidents. He is famous for introducing “Buldojang” (Monk Jumps Over the Wall) to Korea for the first time.
If you want to taste the pinnacle of classic Chinese cuisine, you must visit his current restaurant, “Haobin.”
1. Haobin (Ambassador Seoul Pullman)
- Concept: Healthy Cantonese Cuisine (Yak-sik-dong-won)
- Location: 2F, Ambassador Seoul Pullman Hotel, 287 Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
- Chef: Master Hou Deok-juk (Executive Chef)
[Signature Menu & Prices] This is a high-end hotel restaurant. Prices are high, but the quality is guaranteed.
- Buldojang (Monk Jumps Over the Wall):150,000 ~ 250,000 KRW
- What is it? A legendary soup with shark fin, abalone, and rare herbs simmered for hours. It is Chef Hou’s signature dish that revolutionized Korean dining.
- Lunch Courses:
- Bin Course: 110,000 KRW
- Ho Course: 130,000 KRW
- Gung Course: 160,000 KRW
- Dinner Courses:
- Chef Hou’s Special: 280,000 KRW
- Imperial Course: 400,000 KRW
- Peking Duck: 180,000 KRW (Whole) – Needs advance reservation.
(Menu prices may vary.)
Tip: This place is popular for business meetings. Reservation is essential.
👉https://maps.app.goo.gl/8YaVVcYxdagFAYAZ7
[Appendix] The New Generation: “Goddess” vs “Witch”
Fans of Black & White Chef are curious about the female Chinese chefs. Here is the latest update on their restaurants.
1. The “Chinese Goddess”: Chef Park Eun-young’s New Spot
Restaurant Name: NUWA (누와)
- Status: NEW OPEN! (Opened in Dec 2025)
- Location: 2F, Sinsa Square, 652 Gangnam-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Sinsa Station)
- Vibe: A trendy “Chinese Dining Bar” rather than a traditional restaurant.
- Must-Try:
- Dongpo Pork Dumplings (6pcs): 42,000 KRW
- Fish Fragrance Eggplant: 33,000 KRW
- Nuwa Jjajangmyeon: 20,000 KRW
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ss214eXt8jjavJN66
2. The “Chinese Witch”: Chef Lee Moon-jeong
- Identity: She appeared in Black & White Chef Season 2 with the nickname “Chinese Witch.”
- Restaurant: She worked as a chef at Grand Walkerhill Hotel’s “Geumryong” for 25 years but has recently resigned.
- Status: She currently does not have a private restaurant and is preparing for her next step. If you want to taste the style of food she made, visiting Geumryong (Walkerhill) is still a good option to experience her legacy.
