Introduction to the 60th birthday banquet of Jeongjo's mother and a 60 million won meal table

Jeongjo's 60th birthday banquet table, the true meaning of court cuisine for Hyegyeonggung Hongssi. Join Lee Chang-hoon and Choi Tae-sung to uncover the secrets of the royal feast

TV Chosun will introduce the birthday banquet table that King Jeongjo prepared for his mother, Queen Dowager Hyegyeong Hong, on the episode of ‘What Did the King Eat?’ airing at 10 p.m. on the 5th. This broadcast will also feature actor Lee Changhoon, who played Crown Prince Sado in the drama ‘Yi San.’ The program unfolds the story based on the cast’s speculation about what kinds of food Jeongjo prepared for his mother even during mourning, and whether he kept away from meat and alcohol. Choi Taesung previewed the content, saying there would be a table setting with unexpected composition and the finest ingredients. The broadcast will also cover the procession and banquet preparations Jeongjo arranged to celebrate Queen Dowager Hyegyeong Hong’s 60th birthday. Jeongjo escorted his mother to Yungneung, and it is said that a large procession involving about 6,300 people followed. In addition, Jeongjo’s meticulous preparation, down to the types and arrangement of the food, will be revealed.