Lee Joo-seung visits painter Lee Do to share homemade rice cakes

Actor Lee Joo-seung visited painter Lee Do's studio to present homemade yogurt fruit rice cakes during a recent episode of MBC's 'I Live Alone'. The two friends, who met at an exhibition three to four years ago, shared an honest taste test of the tangerine and blueberry desserts.

Actor Lee Joo-seung visited the studio of painter Lee Do, with whom he maintains a close friendship, to present homemade desserts he prepared himself.

The scene, revealed through MBC's 'I Live Alone', captures Lee Joo-seung conversing with Lee Do, a connection they have maintained since first meeting at an exhibition 3 to 4 years ago. Expressing his respect for the artist, Lee Joo-seung noted that he became close to Lee Do because of the "sense and dignity" of his paintings. Lee Do demonstrated a unique working method of melting wax to paint, utilizing an outdoor space for ventilation. Lee Joo-seung described Lee Do as a kind person who gives off a father-like feeling.

Homemade yogurt fruit rice cakes receive unexpected, honest taste test

During the visit, Lee Joo-seung served 'yogurt fruit rice cakes' that he prepared specifically for the artist. The dessert, which included fruits such as tangerines and blueberries, was a menu item Lee Joo-seung made with great care. Lee Joo-seung invited Lee Do to taste the treats, allowing him to choose between the tangerine or blueberry options. After choosing the tangerine rice cake, Lee Do gave an honest reaction, stating, "It's not bad." The interaction added amusement as they shared unreserved opinions regarding the taste and composition of the rice cakes.

While checking if yogurt was included in the prepared ingredients, Lee Joo-seung continued the conversation by observing Lee Do's reaction after he tasted a version without yogurt. During this exchange, Lee Joo-seung jokingly remarked, "It is better without it," regarding the version without yogurt. Lee Do continued the dialogue by asking if the rice cakes were coated in glutinous rice flour, with their informal conversation reflecting their long-standing friendship.

Meeting in the wax studio and informal conversation

The meeting between Lee Joo-seung and Lee Do took place at the studio. Lee Do was practicing a wax-based method using melted wax and was utilizing an outdoor area due to ventilation needs. Lee Joo-seung mentioned that it takes less than 40 minutes to reach the studio, indicating his physical and psychological proximity to the artist. Recalling their relationship since meeting at an exhibition 3 to 4 years ago, Lee Joo-seung remarked that Lee Do feels kind and father-like.

During the dessert tasting, a composition containing peas was also mentioned alongside the tangerines and blueberries. As they tasted the rice cakes prepared by Lee Joo-seung, the atmosphere became even more harmonious during a discussion about whether yogurt was included. Lee Do delivered his honest opinions on the taste of the rice cakes made by Lee Joo-seung, while Lee Joo-seung responded that "it is better without it" regarding the version without yogurt, revealing the intimate bond between the two.

Source: MBCentertainment (YouTube)