Recipe for Farewell
Overview
Recipe for Farewell tells the poignant true story of writer Kang Chang-rae. Da-jung, once a loving working mother, faces the harsh reality of colorectal cancer, which diminishes her ability to eat. In an emotional turn, her husband Chang-wook, inexperienced in the kitchen, takes on the challenge of cooking to support her health. He meticulously selects fresh ingredients and experiments with nutritious recipes, striving to create meaningful meals for his beloved wife. Despite his clumsy attempts, Chang-wook discovers the profound value of sharing cooking moments and family meals during this difficult journey.
Episodes
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1
The Tears of Japchae
After Da-jung received her cancer diagnosis, her husband, Chang-wook, took over the cooking responsibilities. Their son, Jae-ho, a high school senior,...
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2
The Miracle of Space Warp, Dombe Noodles
Chang-wook prepares dombe noodles for Da-jung, who is struggling to recall the beach on Jeju Island she visited with Jae-ho and her sister Da-sol five...
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3
Do Gulbi!
Chang-wook receives a package of gulbi from his students as a year-end gift. Meanwhile, Jae-ho discovers that Da-jung is unwell. Troubled by her situa...
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4
Rice Cake Soup on New Year's Day We Long For
Hye-young’s debut book has finally been published, prompting Da-jung to personally deliver a copy to her. Meanwhile, Da-jung encourages Min-young to...
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5
We All Need Some Sweet Consolation
Jae-ho is overwhelmed by Da-jung's condition, prompting him to sit in on a class at the medical school and search for home remedies online. Meanwhile,...
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6
Separate Tangsuyuk
Chang-wook picks up a Chinese wok and knife, excited to master the tangsuyuk recipe for Da-jung. Meanwhile, Yeo-jin feels frustrated as Jae-ho fails t...
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7
What I Couldn't See Yesterday
Da-jung is admitted to the hospital and struggles to eat. When she expresses a craving for mango juice, Chang-wook goes out of his way to prepare a va...
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8
An Amazing Effect of No-Antibiotic Thinly-Sliced Pork Belly
Da-jung initially declines to undergo surgery, but after a week of Chang-wook's encouragement, she ultimately chooses to go through with it. What was ...
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9
Feeling Joy Needs Training
After her surgery, Da-jung is able to eat, but the pain lingers as cancer continues to spread. Chang-wook is thankful for this small victory and dedic...
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10
Carpe Diem, Braised Sea Cucumber
As Da-jung prepares for her admission to a care center, she and Chang-wook begin sorting through her belongings. However, Da-jung’s health takes a t...
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11
You're the Juice You Make
The doctor informs Da-jung that she can have liquids other than water, prompting Chang-wook to prepare some fruit juice for her. He goes the extra mil...
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12
Is This What That Was For?
Chang-wook and the others say their heartfelt goodbyes to Da-jung, attempting to navigate their lives in her absence. In his journey towards healing, ...
