“Figure Queen” Kim Yuna is making headlines for her humble and relatable eating habits since retiring. Her husband, Ko Woo-rim, revealed that he is the one who introduced her to the wonderful world of late-night snacks!
On the May 10th episode of JTBC’s variety show “Please Take Care of My Refrigerator since 2014,” Ko Woo-rim and Kang Nam appeared for a special titled “Men Living with Queens.” During the broadcast, Ko Woo-rim gave a first look at the couple’s mysterious fridge and shared sweet stories about their honeymoon life.
The highlight was the surprising taste of Kim Yuna, who was once the symbol of strict self-management. When asked about her favorite food, Ko Woo-rim didn’t hesitate to name “ramen.” He shared, “I think it’s a lingering regret that she couldn’t eat ramen as much as she wanted during her active days due to weight management.” He added that she now has such a love for it that she’ll pick up her chopsticks the moment she smells ramen, even if she’s full. He even noted that she prefers Jajang-ramen over the usual soup versions.
Calling himself a “foodie expert,” Ko Woo-rim claimed he’s the one who opened Kim Yuna’s eyes to the joy of late-night snacks. He made the studio burst into laughter by saying, “During her athlete days, the concept of late-night snacks didn’t even exist for her. Now, she calls me ‘Doctor’ and asks for my advice on where to order from for tonight’s snack.”
The show also showcased Kim Yuna’s impressive cooking skills. Ko Woo-rim proudly shared photos of neatly prepared dishes she made, including Kimchi fried rice, bacon tomato pasta, and Mongolian beef. He highly praised her “magic touch,” saying, “My wife is absolutely amazing at seasoning.”
Ko Woo-rim’s affection for his wife continued during the cooking battle. When Chef Choi Hyun-seok presented a high-end Jajang-ramen with outside skirt meat at Ko Woo-rim’s request, he exclaimed, “I thought of my wife as soon as I tasted it.” He described Kim Yuna’s unique reaction that only comes out when she eats something truly delicious, making the other guests envious.
After a fierce battle, Ko Woo-rim’s final choice went to Chef Sam Kim. Choosing a dish featuring a poached egg and garlic butter toast, Ko Woo-rim explained that he felt it was something the couple could frequently enjoy together for breakfast with coffee, showing that his criteria were entirely based on their daily life.
