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Former Professional Chef Becomes Korea's Most Authentic Cooking Streamer, Serving Up 20kg Meals and Traditional Recipes to Growing Fanbase
**Meet the Chef Who's Revolutionizing Korean Cooking Streams**
Park Heon-yong, better known to his fans as 일하는용형 (Working Yong-hyeong), represents a fascinating evolution in the world of Korean live streaming. This 34-year-old former professional chef has carved out a unique niche on AfreecaTV, where his channel evacc7391 has become synonymous with impressive culinary displays and genuine cooking expertise. Unlike many streamers who dabble in cooking as entertainment, Yong-hyeong brings legitimate restaurant experience to his broadcasts, creating content that's both educational and genuinely impressive.
What sets Yong-hyeong apart is his willingness to tackle massive cooking projects that would intimidate most home cooks. His recent streams have featured ambitious undertakings like preparing 20 kilograms of premium meat in collaboration with fellow creator 지피티, and serving up 100 portions of chicken katsu as part of charitable cooking initiatives. These aren't just stunts for views – they showcase the kind of large-scale food preparation skills he developed during his professional cooking career, adapted for the streaming format in ways that keep viewers genuinely engaged.
The streamer's content philosophy centers around accessibility and education rather than flashy entertainment. His camping cooking specials demonstrate outdoor culinary techniques, while his traditional Korean food preparations – like his signature cucumber kimchi (오이소박이) – preserve and share cultural cooking knowledge with younger audiences. Yong-hyeong's streams often feel like watching a skilled friend cook rather than consuming polished media content, which has helped him build a dedicated following across both AfreecaTV and YouTube, where he maintains over 190,000 subscribers.
His professional trajectory took an interesting turn in May 2024 when he joined 감컴퍼니 (Gam Company), a content creation collective that recognized his unique talents. The partnership came about after company executives were impressed by his cooking skills during collaborative content, leading to what they called a "special recruitment." This move has allowed him to expand his reach while maintaining the authentic, skill-focused approach that originally attracted his audience.
Beyond the impressive cooking displays, Yong-hyeong has built a reputation for community engagement and collaboration. His streams frequently feature guest appearances from food critics like the popular YouTube food reviewer 재슐랭가이드, creating content that bridges different platforms and audiences. These collaborations often result in genuine food evaluation segments that provide real value to viewers interested in Korean cuisine. His approach demonstrates how specialized knowledge – in this case, professional cooking skills – can create compelling streaming content when presented with authenticity and genuine passion for the craft.
