Kim Ho-young visits Seongbuk-gu tteokbokki restaurant, reuniting with actor Kim Sa-hyeok by chance

Broadcaster Kim Ho-young visited a famous tteokbokki restaurant in Seongbuk-gu to taste large fried snacks and unique broth, while a scene was revealed where he had a reunion with actor Kim Sa-hyeok, whom he met by chance on-site, after five years.

Seongbuk-gu 'Dongsim Tteokbokki', featuring dried radish broth and giant handmade fried snacks

According to a video from the YouTube channel 'Too Much Kim Ho-young', Kim Ho-young visited 'Dongsim Tteokbokki' located in Seongbuk-gu, following visits to Daegu and Gangdong-gu. The shop operated in Daehangno for about two years before moving to its current location. In the video, the owner explained, "The Choco Elephant (tteokbokki) made with dried radish broth is very special." After tasting the tteokbokki sauce, Kim Ho-young mentioned that the sweetness is very good and the overall taste is clean without any excess.

The fried menus ordered together boasted overwhelming sizes. In the video, cheese seaweed rolls, chili fritters, and agipo appeared. In particular, the chili fritter was introduced as a handmade fried snack made using a giant chili pepper that is full of filling, and Kim Ho-young conveyed that the oil was crispy. It was mentioned that the cheese seaweed rolls used natural cheese, and the agipo was not tough and had the scent of the dried fish sheet. Kim Ho-young added that the size of the fried snacks is about two to three times larger than in other places.

A reunion after 5 years with actor Kim Sa-hyeok, encountered while walking along Seongbuk Stream

While Kim Ho-young's group was walking along Seongbuk Stream after finishing their meal, a situation occurred where they unexpectedly encountered actor Kim Sa-hyeok. Kim Sa-hyeok is a resident of the area and it was revealed that he has a connection with Kim Ho-young from a meeting five years ago. Kim Sa-hyeok introduced himself as an actor performing in musicals and media, and stated that he is continuing his activities through recent film appearances.

At this gathering, Kim Sa-hyeok also appealed his acting capabilities. He mentioned that he can handle characters ranging from sly and humorous to roles with a Korean-American feel, and emphasized that he is capable of acting in English based on his experience studying abroad. Kim Sa-hyeok showed an active attitude by introducing himself in English, and Kim Ho-young responded to this and continued the conversation.

Healing and wrap-up at Seongbuk Stream

Kim Ho-young and Kim Sa-hyeok spent time talking against the background of the sound of water from Seongbuk Stream. Kim Ho-young had a healing time, expressing that regarding the atmosphere of Seongbuk Stream, even if you just look over there, it feels like it is not Seoul. At the end of the video, Kim Ho-young mentioned the fun of introducing hidden gourmet restaurants in Seongbuk-gu and expressed his intention to continue exploring gourmet restaurants by collecting opinions from acquaintances in the future.