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7NEWS
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Motto's wild EOFY sale: Iconic Aussie label slashes prices by up to 80 per cent off
Winter just got a whole lot more stylish and budget-friendly, thanks to Motto's massive End of Financial Year sale. With up to 80 per cent off selected styles, now is the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe with pieces. Designed by the Melbourne-based mother-daughter team who know a thing or two about dressing women to feel confident and empowered. Founded by Faye and John Browne back in 1985, Motto Fashions has since become a staple in Australian wardrobes. With daughter Lauren French stepping into the fold in 2007, the brand has evolved into a contemporary fashion powerhouse that still operates with the warmth and heart of a family business. And now, with comedian and I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! host Julia Morris as the face of the brand, Motto is turning heads for all the right reasons. So what's actually on sale? We have gathered the Best Picks to shop in the sale. 1. The Red Coated Jogger Pants were $139.95, now $97.97 These are your new winter go-to. With a glossy finish and soft-stretch faux leather, they're comfy enough for the couch but chic enough for cocktails. The utility-inspired cargo pockets and slim leg silhouette make them feel fashion-forward without trying too hard. Team them with a black turtleneck or go full matchy-matchy with the Red Knobbly Knit Jumper. 2. Red Knobbly Knit Jumper was $149.95, now $104.97 Speaking of the knit, it's every bit as cosy as it looks. Featuring a chunky roll neck, relaxed drop shoulders and plush yarn, it brings the drama and the comfort. The bold red hue is a statement on its own, but paired with the joggers? Consider your winter outfit formula sorted. 3. Midnight Croc Coated Pleat Skirt was $139.95 to just $97.97 If you love pleats but want something a little edgier, this one's for you. The soft sunray pleats create beautiful movement, while the dark, inky tone and faux croc finish make it easy to dress up or down. Plus, the elastic waistband means you don't have to sacrifice comfort for style. 4. Brown/Blue Silky Resort Trench was $169.95, now $39.95 For those chasing an absolute bargain, you cannot go past the Brown/Blue Silky Resort Trench, spotted on Julia Morris herself. Down from $169.95 to an unbelievable $39.95, this is the kind of final-sale find you'll be bragging about for years. The silky fabric drapes like a dream, and the bold print brings instant polish to anything you pair it with. Add the Brown/Blue Classic Cargo Culottes for a full look that feels luxe but won't break the bank. 5. Black Croc Coated Jogger Pants were $139.95, now $97.97 And for all the neutral lovers out there, don't skip the Black Croc Coated Jogger Pants. Equal parts comfort and cool-girl energy, these pants offer all the same benefits as their red counterparts, but with a sleek, wear-anywhere vibe. The brushed lining makes them secretly cosy, while the croc texture adds instant edge. Whether you're updating your wardrobe with versatile winter staples or snapping up a few bold statement pieces, this sale is not one to sleep on.
NDTV
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Tastefully Yours Review: A Recipe For Disappointment Served Cold
New Delhi: Sometimes, a dish looks so promising on the menu, with tantalising descriptions and carefully curated ingredients, that you almost believe it will be a masterpiece. Then you take a bite, and... well, it's just meh. That's the feeling Tastefully Yours leaves you with by the time its final episodes roll around. What began as a simmering exploration of passion, betrayal and culinary artistry somehow loses its seasoning and ends up more lukewarm than piping hot. The final episodes pivot back to the familiar battlefield of Hansang, the family restaurant where ambitions clash, secrets unravel, and the fate of dreams hangs by a thread. Yeon-joo, whose journey has been the emotional heartbeat of the series, finds herself physically and emotionally distant, retreating to a temple to seek clarity and peace after a devastating betrayal that shatters her trust in Beom-woo. This absence, while understandable narratively, feels drawn out and clogs the pace, especially given the limited episode count. The show seems to forget that it is on a clock, and this hiatus deprives viewers of the emotional crescendo they deserved. Meanwhile, Beom-woo wrestles with his own demons and the cold expectations of his mother, Yeo-ui, whose obsession with prestige and power threatens to crush the very spirit of what makes the family restaurant special. The revelation of the three-star Diamant award, ironically bestowed on Yeon-joo's humble Jungjae and not the corporate Hansang, sparks a predictable yet necessary clash. What should have been a galvanising moment for tension and growth, however, fizzles into a promotional cook-off that feels more like a perfunctory gesture than a high-stakes battle. Amidst all this, the supporting cast shines with subtle brilliance. Jin Myeong-sook, the ever-reliable sous-chef, steps into the limelight, demonstrating not just culinary skill but the quiet strength and heart the series had been building for her. Shin Chun-seung's quest for paternal approval culminates with a touching moment that hits genuine emotional notes, brought to life by Yoo Su-bin's expressive performance. Yet, even these arcs are shackled by the hurried pace, leaving you yearning for more development, more time to savor their growth. The romance between Yeon-joo and Beom-woo, which should have been the centrepiece of this finale, instead feels rushed and almost incidental. Their reconciliation, a crucial turning point after the show's most dramatic crisis, is glossed over with minimal dialogue and a swift resolution that robs it of emotional weight. It's as if the writers were afraid to linger on their wounds and preferred to close the chapter before it could fully heal on screen. The show's attempt to wrap up loose ends falls flat in several places. Characters like Han Sun-woo, introduced as a potential bridge between familial divides, are given minimal screen time and no substantial arc. Jang Young-hye's departure from Motto to forge her own path is a missed opportunity for deeper storytelling. The final scenes feel less like a satisfying conclusion and more like hurried notes scribbled at the last minute, lacking the richness that the series had promised in earlier episodes. Technically, the series maintains its hallmark warmth in food cinematography - each dish lovingly crafted and shot with care, inviting viewers into the sensory world of Korean cuisine. The performances, especially by the lead cast, remain the show's saving grace, elevating otherwise flat dialogue and predictable plot twists. Ultimately, Tastefully Yours ends not with a bang but a whimper. Its shorter episode order seems to have cost it dearly, forcing the narrative to skimp on emotional depth and character development just when it mattered most. The show's heart is in the right place, but its execution in these final moments feels incomplete and rushed. For all its potential and moments of genuine warmth, the finale serves the thought that sometimes, even the most promising dishes need more time in the kitchen. This one, sadly, leaves much to be desired.
Pink Villa
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Tastefully Yours Ending Explained: Did Kang Ha Neul win back Go Min Si and save Jungjae from shutting down?
Tastefully Yours is a South Korean culinary rom-com drama starring Kang Ha Neul and Go Min Si as leads. Read to know what all went down in the last week of the series, including whether the leads finally got back together and if they were able to protect Jungjae from Hansang group's evil schemes. Were Han Beom Woo and Mo Yeon Joo able to save Jungjae from shutting down? In the finale of Tastefully Yours, the chairwoman of Hansang group and Han Beom Woo's (Kang Ha Neul) mother announced a cooking battle between Hansang-owned Motto and Mo Yeon Joo's (Go Min Si) restaurant Jungjae. She did it in order to prove that the humble diner did not deserve the Diamant-awarded three stars, and should be shut down. Jungjae won through people's votes, but the chairwoman lied about it being a tie and called for a rematch. Meanwhile Mo Yeon Joo returned and accepted the challenge. Next day, she and her Jungjae team– Han Beom Woo, Jin Myeong Suk (Kim Shin Rok) and Sin Chun Seung (Yoo Soo Bin) offered the chairwoman their speciality, i.e., home-style authentic Korean meal, reminding her of her humble beginnings as a food enthusiast. Seeing their efforts and her son's honest feelings, she let go of her evil schemes and let Jungjae survive. Did Mo Yeon Joo forgive Han Beom Woo? Did they reunite? Mo Yeon Joo visited Han Beom Woo's Motto, where she met his former secretary and learnt that Han Beom Woo became a scheming person because of his mother's way of upbringing. Earlier, his brother visited Jeongjae to inform Mo Yeon Joo that he and his brother ended up that way because they were only taught one thing– to try their best to secure the inheritance, even if it meant resorting to treachery. Their words made Mo Yeon Joo understand Han Beom Woo better and following the cooking battle, she admitted her feelings for him, leading to a heartwarming reunion. Did the supporting cast receive happy endings? Han Beom Woo's elder brother was moved by his sincerity and they finally grew close like real siblings. He also used the company's fund to help the people set up new restaurants, whose businesses were shut down due to Han Beom Woo. Sin Chun Seung received his first ever words of appreciation from his father and Jin Myeong Suk got to meet her favourite actor as a customer of Jungjae. Motto's head chef and Han Beom Woo's former secretary quit their jobs and decided to run a burger food truck together. Overall, the conclusion was satisfying for everyone, leaving little room for a potential season 2.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tastefully Yours ending explained and exploring the Weak Hero Season 2 cameo that has K-drama fans in disbelief
Tastefully Yours ending explained: The ENA drama Tastefully Yours, starring Go Min Si and Kang Ha Neul, wrapped up its 10-episode run with an emotional and satisfying finale. While the short series faced criticism for its slow middle episodes, the ending delivered heartfelt resolutions, unexpected twists, and even a jaw-dropping cameo from Park Ji Hoon of Weak Hero Class fame, leaving K-drama fans shocked. For the unversed, the K-drama follows the unlikely romance between Han Beom Woo (Kang Ha Neul), a polished executive director at Korea's elite food conglomerate Hansang, and Mo Yeon Joo (Go Min Si), a passionate countryside chef who runs a tiny, hidden restaurant with just one table. When their worlds collide in Jeonju, their contrasting approaches to food and life spark both conflict and attraction. As they work side by side in Yeon Joo's humble kitchen, Beom Woo rediscovers the true meaning of cooking beyond corporate success, while Yeon Joo learns to open her heart again. Tastefully Yours ending explained: Breaking down the heartwarming finale of the series By the end of Episode 8, Mo Yeon Joo discovers Han Beom Woo's true intentions via his brother Han Seon Woo (Bae Nara). He had initially come to her countryside restaurant, Jungjae, to steal recipes for his family's conglomerate, Hansang. Feeling deeply betrayed, she leaves everything behind and isolates herself in the mountains. Meanwhile, Beom Woo, realizing his mistakes, quits his high-ranking position at Hansang's fine dining branch, Motto. His redemption arc begins as he tries to make amends, but the damage seems irreversible. The ultimate cook-Off: Jungjae vs. Motto The prestigious Diamant Guide sets up a high-stakes cook-off between Jungjae and Motto for a battle of three stars, though in reality, it's a battle between Jungjae and Hansang. The challenge is both restaurants must prepare the best chicken dish possible. However, Hansang plays dirty. They ensure Jungjae can't source fresh chicken, forcing them to use frozen meat. Despite this, Myung Sook, Jungjae's head chef, steps up and crafts a remarkable dish. On the other side, Young Hye, Motto's chef (who previously stole recipes from Jungjae to gain three stars), finally decides to cook something original, marking her personal growth. When the results are announced, the Hansang chairwoman (Beom Woo's mother) declares a tie, but the French judge refuses to accept her corruption and storms out. A rematch is proposed, but Young Hye quits, leaving Motto without a chef. Yeon Joo's final gamble: A homemade meal Instead of a rematch, Yeon Joo offers to cook a final meal for the chairwoman and proposes that if she dislikes it, Jungjae will close forever. But much to everyone's shock, the dish she prepares isn't a gourmet dish but a simple home-cooked meal, the same one Beom Woo's mother once tried to make for her sons on TV while ignoring their pleas for attention. As the family eats together, the chairwoman finally tastes the love and care missing from her children's lives. Though she initially scoffs, she eventually admits the food is good, especially the kimchi, a callback to Beom Woo's childhood. When Beom Woo moves to shut down Jungjae as promised, his mother stops him, saying, "If it closes here, you'll just open somewhere else." Yeon Joo agrees, "Jungjae is where we are." Did Yeon Joo forgive Beom Woo? Yes, but not without struggle. While Beom Woo's deception was severe, Yeon Joo recognises that his mother's neglect shaped his actions. More importantly, she sees how much he's changed. Her own mother's advice about forgiveness likely played a role, but ultimately, Yeon Joo chooses love over resentment. The surprising Weak Hero Season 2 cameo callback In a fun twist, Park Ji Hoon (star of Weak Hero Class) makes a surprise cameo at the end of Tastefully Yours, instantly sending fans into a frenzy. But what really caught viewers off guard was a direct nod to Weak Hero Class 2. Yoo Sun Bin, who played the notorious Choi Hyo Man—one of the bullies at Eunjang High—shows up here as Shin Cheun Sung, the son of the gukbap restaurant owner who ends up working full-time at JunJae. When his character crosses paths with Park Ji Hoon's Lee Si Eun—now going by Eun Jae and working as an actor—he casually asks, 'Where did you go to high school?' The response? A chilling death stare from Si Eun, hinting that he hasn't forgotten a thing from their Eunjang days. Park Jihoon's cameo in Tastefully Yours Episode 10 where "Sieun" met "Hyoman" again is in theqoo HOT post! 😘😘😘 Interestingly, Tastefully Yours and Weak Hero Class have more in common than just cast crossovers. Both dramas were directed by Park Dan Hee, which might explain the clever callbacks and emotional continuity. And there's more—Bae Nara, who played Beom Woo's older brother in Tastefully Yours, also stepped into the spotlight as the main villain in Weak Hero Class 2. This unexpected crossover delighted fans, blending two very different K-drama worlds in a way that felt both nostalgic and thrilling. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
The Review Geek
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Tastefully Yours – K-drama Episode 10 Recap, Review & Ending Explained
Tastefully Yours Episode 10 of Tastefully Yours begins with a broadcast introducing the Hansang cook-off between Jungjae and Motto. The judges are announced to be Chairman Han and Mathieu, the editor in chief at Diamant and also the French man who visited Jungjae earlier. When the theme of the competition is announced to be chicken, Team Jungjae decides to make coq au vin with a Korean spin. However, they don't find the chicken they want in the nearby stores and markets. Beom-woo suspects foul play. They head out once again, this time agreeing to get frozen chicken if they need to. Yeon-joo is hiding around the corner and sees them rush off. Elsewhere, Sun-woo hears from his colleague that his mother has restricted chicken distribution around Jungjae. He's in the town himself. When he sees Yeon-joo walking on the road, he approaches her but we don't hear what they talk about. We then skip to the next morning. Motto opens for business and Young-hye serves her own recipe this time. Jungjae opens as well. Several food influencers arrive at both restaurants. At Jungjae, Chun-seung's father arrives too and approves of his makgeolli. Young-hye's dish is presented to the judges and Mathieu enjoys it. While the judges and Producer Kim travel to Jungjae, Chairman Han tells Kim that she is expanding her business. She doesn't care about who wins the cook off, she just wants publicity for her new brand. Back at Motto, Young-hye tells Yu-jin she enjoyed cooking her own food and is quitting her job at Motto. A flashback then shows us the conversation between Yeon-joo and Sun-woo. Sun-woo tells Yeon-joo that Chairman Han always valued her restaurants and business more than her sons. Another flashback shows Chairman Han ignoring Beom-woo as a child. Instead, his grandmother is the one who feeds the kids. At present, Yeon-joo goes to Motto and meets Yu-jin, who gives her more insight into Beom-woo's past. He also tells her that Beom-woo changed after working at Jungjae. The judges arrive at Jungjae and are served the coq au vin. As he did at Motto, Matthieu asks them if they did anything different to the dish. The results are out. Chairman Han gets a piece of paper that clearly says Jungjae won more votes. Matthieu hears this as well, which is why he's surprised when Chairman Han announces that it was a tie. Matthieu is incensed and walks out. Chairman Han suggests a rematch between the two restaurants. Beom-woo is furiously arguing against her when Yeon-joo enters the restaurant and boldly accepts the challenge. She tells Chairman Han to forget the other restaurant and just taste her food. If she doesn't like it, Yeon-joo tells her she can wipe out the restaurant. Yeon-joo tells her to come for breakfast the next morning. Beom-woo then tries to apologise to Yeon-joo but she tells him to wait till all of this is over. He then gets a text from Sun-woo, who calls him out for a drink. Sun-woo asks him why he's going so far to protect a tiny restaurant. Beom-woo says he doesn't want to live like they used to and wonders if Chairman Han is even happy. In the morning, Yeon-joo finds a sunhat waiting for her on the kitchen counter. Alongside is a note from Beom-woo, with an apology. The cameras are set up once again and Chairman Han arrives. Yeon-joo starts cooking and then orders Chun-seung to make the brothers sit at the same table as Chairman Han. She then brings the food over, although it's covered. Yeon-joo then shocks everyone by telling Chairman Han that she didn't cook the food to be judged. She admits defeat. She then reveals that she's made a standard home cooked breakfast for all of them. Beom-woo and Sun-woo convince Chairman Han to try the food. A flashback shows Chairman Han cooking shrimp rice jeon on TV, the same dish that Yeon-joo has just made. At present, Chairman Han can't help but eat the entire dish. Despite Yeon-joo admitting defeat, Chairman Han ultimately tells Yeon-joo to keep Jungjae. She admits that they would have just opened shop elsewhere anyway. But on the way home, she tells Sun-woo to let her know when he's visiting his grandmother's resting place. Finally alone, Yeon-joo admits she's letting Beom-woo off the hook since she likes him. Beom-woo hugs her and tells her he loves her. They're about to kiss when they're interrupted by Chun-seung and Myung-sook. Elsewhere, Young-hye has opened a food truck. Yu-jin, having quit from Hansang, turns up to help her business since he likes her cooking. Sometime later, Myung-sook participates in a collab with Chun-seung's restaurant. She is ecstatic to see the lead actor from her favourite drama turn up at the restaurant. Sun-woo and Chairman Han do indeed visit his grandmother but along with a camera crew. Even though her tears are only for the sake of Producer Kim's show, Chairman Han does agree to come back. Meanwhile, Beom-woo fixes things with the restaurant owner who set Jungjae on fire. The man gets his restaurant back and Sun-woo promises to support him. We then see Beom-woo enter Jungjae and find Yeon-joo in the garden, like he did all that time ago. This time, she greets him with a hug and a kiss. The Episode Review Episode 10 is a solid finale! The episode uses the cook-off as the climax, having Motto and Jungjae fight against each other. Except Jungjae puts its very existence on the line. While I did miss seeing Yeon-joo for the first part of the finale, it's pretty nice to see Myung-sook hold her own. It really speaks to her development as a cook. All the visuals of the food are immaculate as usual and both dishes complex enough to feel worthy of a competition like this. Chairman Han's last minute decision also offers a nice twist and feels in line with her development as a villain. The rest of the episode does feel a tad contrived though. It's hard to believe that one dish was enough for Chairman Han to change her mind. I do appreciate that the final segment shows she didn't suddenly turn a new leaf and that there is some nuance there. The resolution of Yeon-joo and Beom-woo's relationship is pretty sweet, particularly that conversation where she lists all the chances she's given him. All the same, I wish we had more time focused on them as a couple, maybe talking out the issue, rather than Yeon-joo learning about Beom-woo's life from other people and understanding him. It's well played out but some additional focus on just the two of them could have added more meat to this finale. Overall though, this is a tightly written episode that wraps up most loose ends, throws in a few good laughs, and completes Beom-woo's redemption arc. Previous Episode Expect A Full Season Write-Up When This Season Concludes!
