tvN Drama “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty” (폭군의 셰프) — A Time-Slip Royal Romance Stirred by Cuisine

If you’re craving a K-drama that blends mouth-watering food, palace politics, and a fated romance, tvN’s “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty” (폭군의 셰프) serves it all. The series follows a modern culinary star who time-slips into Joseon and must tame a “tyrant” king’s flawless palate—one dish (and one heart) at a time. It aired on tvN from August 23 to September 28, 2025 and is now available to stream.

tvN Drama “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty” (폭군의 셰프) — A Time-Slip Royal Romance Stirred by Cuisine

What It’s About (Spoiler-Free Synopsis)

Yeon Ji-yeong, a celebrated contemporary chef fresh off a major international win, is hurled back 500 years to the royal kitchens. There, she meets King Yi Heon, a fearsome ruler renowned for his exquisite taste—and notorious temper. To survive court intrigue, Ji-yeong crafts inventive fusion dishes that awaken the king’s long-buried warmth, all while navigating schemes from rival factions and a razor-sharp concubine. Expect delectable food cinematography, enemies-to-lovers sparks, and a steady simmer of political suspense. 

What It’s About

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Main Cast & Characters

• Im Yoon-a(임윤아) as Yeon Ji-yeong — a bold, brilliant chef whose modern techniques upend the palace kitchen.
• Lee Chae-min(이채민) as King Yi Heon — a complex monarch with “absolute taste,” feared as a tyrant yet moved by food and memory.
• Kang Han-na as Kang Mok-ju — a powerful royal consort whose ambitions collide with Ji-yeong’s rise.
• Choi Gwi-hwa as Prince Je Seon — a scheming royal contender with eyes on the throne.

Bonus buzz: Lee Chae-min’s breakout turn as the exacting king has drawn major attention in Korean entertainment media.

Im Yoon-a  as  Yeon Ji-yeong

Lee Chae-min  as  King Yi Heon

Episodes & Broadcast Schedule

• Total episodes: 12
• Original run: Aug 23 – Sep 28, 2025 (Sat–Sun, 21:10 KST) on tvN
  These details match official listings and comprehensive drama databases.

Where to Watch (and Rewatch)

• South Korea: Broadcast on tvN; streaming on TVING.
• Global: Streaming on Netflix (title page confirms availability and credits).

Why You’ll Love It

• Food as storytelling: Modern culinary science meets court cuisine in gorgeous plating sequences.
• A royal romance with bite: The enemies-to-lovers arc unfolds against high-stakes palace maneuvering.
• Certified hit factor: Strong viewership and global chatter propelled the drama among tvN’s 2025 standouts.