[Review] Kdrama - Our Universe

 

Our Universe

 

Our Universe is a heartfelt romantic drama that blends family, grief, and slow-burn romance. The story follows two in-laws, Seon Tae-hyung and Woo Hyun-jin, who unexpectedly become guardians of their baby nephew after a tragic accident. Forced to live together and raise the child, they gradually learn to overcome misunderstandings and build a meaningful connection. 

 ⭐ Overall Review 

 One of the drama’s biggest strengths is its emotional premise. Instead of focusing only on romance, the story highlights responsibility, healing, and the challenges of becoming caregivers at a young age. Watching the two main characters slowly adjust to parenting and support each other creates many touching and realistic moments. 

The presence of the baby, Woo-joo, adds warmth and humor that makes the story feel more genuine. The performances of the lead actors also contribute to the drama’s charm. Their chemistry grows naturally as their characters move from strangers with tension between them to partners who rely on each other. 

The slow-burn romance allows viewers to see how love can develop through shared hardship and daily life. Another positive aspect is the drama’s message about adulthood. It shows that maturity does not happen instantly; instead, people grow through mistakes, responsibility, and emotional struggles. 

 ⚠️ Weaknesses 

 However, the drama is not without flaws. At times, the storyline feels uneven, with some side plots and characters not fully developed. Critics have noted that certain plot threads appear but are never clearly resolved, which can make the narrative feel incomplete. Some viewers also felt that the love triangle and additional subplots distracted from the main theme of co-parenting and emotional growth.

 ⭐ Final Thoughts

 Despite its pacing issues, Our Universe remains a sincere and emotionally driven drama. Its focus on family bonds, personal growth, and quiet romance makes it meaningful and relatable for viewers who enjoy character-focused stories. 

5 Fun Fact : Park Bo Gum

 

 

FUN FACT PARK BO GUM

• Early Acting Breakthrough: Park Bo-gum gained wide recognition through the drama Reply 1988 (2015), where he played the sweet and intelligent Choi Taek, a genius baduk (Go) player. 
•  Musical Talent: He is a trained singer and often showcases his musical skills in dramas and variety shows, including singing for OSTs and live performances. 
•  University Background: Park Bo-gum studied Music at Myongji University, majoring in applied music, which helped him develop his performance skills for both acting and singing. 
•  Military Service: He enlisted in the South Korean army in 2020, completing his mandatory service and earning praise for his discipline and positive attitude. 
•  Hallyu Star Popularity: Park Bo-gum is considered one of the most beloved Hallyu stars, with huge popularity not just in South Korea but also internationally, especially in Japan, China, and Southeast Asia.

Chanel - No 19

 

 

#Scent

( Chanel - No 19 )

•  Chanel N°19 by Chanel is a Floral Green fragrance for women. 
• Chanel N°19 was launched in 1970. 
• The nose behind this fragrance is Henri Robert. 
• Top notes are Galbanum, Hiacynth, Bergamot and Neroli; 
• middle notes are Iris, Orris Root, Rose, Narcissus, Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine and Ylang-Ylang; 
• base notes are Oakmoss, Vetiver, Leather, Cedar, Musk and Sandalwood. 

Character Cherry In Perfume

 

 

Character Cherry In Perfume 

 Cherry in perfumery has a rich, juicy, and seductive character. It can swing from playful sweetness to dark, boozy sensuality depending on how it’s built

 Character of Cherry in Perfume

• Sweet & Juicy 
•  Bright, fruity sweetness with a tart edge 
•  Can feel playful, flirty, and fun
•  Often gives a candy-like or syrupy impression
•  Dark & Boozy 
•  Cherry blended with almond, liquor, or woods 
•  Feels deep, sensual, and grown-up 
•  Often described as black cherry or liqueur cherry 
•  Almond-Undertone 
•  Natural cherry accords share a nutty, almond-like facet
•  Adds richness and warmth
•  Makes cherry feel gourmand and addictive 
•  Bold & Attention-Grabbing 
•  Cherry is not subtle 
•  Instantly noticeable and memorable 
•  Leans sexy, dramatic, statement-making 

 Notes That Pair Well with Cherry 

•  Nutty: Almond, tonka bean 
•  Sweet: Vanilla, caramel, honey 
•  Boozy: Rum, cherry liqueur, cognac
•  Floral: Rose, jasmine (romantic contrast)
•  Woody: Sandalwood, cedarwood, smoky woods 

 Overall Impression 

•  Cherry is: 
•  Sensual and bold 
•  Sweet but slightly dark 
•  More nighttime than daytime 
•  Perfect for: 
•  Gourmand and oriental perfumes 
•  Date-night or statement scents 
•  Confident, sexy compositions 

 Perfumer Insight 

•  Cherry can become cough-syrup-like if overdosed. 
• Perfumers usually: 
•  Balance it with almond, woods, or resins 
•  Add spice or booze to deepen it 
•  Use it as a hero note with strong support

Recipe - Egg Tart

 

 

Egg Tart

BAHAN PASTRY: 

•  170gm mentega 
• 50gm gula aising 
• 1 biji telur gred C 
• 280gm tepung gandum 
• 1 sudu teh esen vanilla 

BAHAN-BAHAN FILLING: 

•  1 cawan susu cair 
•  4 biji telur gred A 
• 1 cawan gula kastor
•  1 cawan air suam 
• 1 sudu teh esen vanila 
• 2 sudu makan tepung kastard 

CARA MEMASAK PASTRY:

1.  Pukul gula dan mentega sampai kembang dan putih. 
2. Tambahkan telur dan esen vanilla.
3.  Masukkan tepung dan uli menjadi doh.
4.  Bulat-bulatkan doh dan tekankan ke dalam acuan kemudian bakar dengan suhu 170C selama 20-25 minit. 

CARA MEMASAK FILLING:

1.  Larutkan gula dalam air suam. 
2. Satukan semua bahan lain ke dalam air gula dan kacau sebati. 
3. Tapiskan bahan dan tuangkan ke dalam pastry tart. 
4. Bakar tart selama 25 minit pada suhu 160 darjah.

Recipe - Satay Tulang

 

 

Satay Tulang

BAHAN-BAHAN: 

• 1 kg rangka ayam | dipotong kecil 
• 8 ulas bawang merah | dikisar halus 
• 5 ulas bawang putih | dikisar halus 
• 3cm lengkuas | dikisar halus 
• 3 batang serai | dikisar halus 
• 3cm halia | dikisar halus 
• 3cm kunyit | dikisar halus 
• 2 sudu makan jintan putih | disangai dan dikisar halus 
• 2 sudu makan jintan manis | disangai dan dikisar halus 
• 2 sudu makan ketumbar | disangai dan dikisar halus 
• 3 sudu makan gula merah 
• Garam dan gula putih secukup rasa 
• Sedikit minyak masak
•  Lidi sate secukupnya 

 CARA MEMASAK: 

1. Gaul rangka ayam bersama gula merah, gula putih dan garam secukup rasa. Biarkan seketika,
2.  Kemudian masukkan bahan-bahan sangai dan dikisar halus. Gaul rata dan perap selama 2 jam. 
3.  Cucuk tulang ayam pada lidi dengan kemas dan bakar sehingga masak dan kelihatan garing. 
4.  . Sesekali, sapukan sedikit minyak bagi mengelakkan isi ayam menjadi terlalu kering.
5. Sedia untuk dihidangkan.

Dining Area

 

Dining Area 

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