What Happens When a Korean Nutritionist Goes to Another World <The Otherworldly Nutritionist>
The webtoon <The Otherworldly Nutritionist> is
a story about a protagonist who lived as an ordinary nutritionist in South Korea,
who settles down in Evergreen, a small, isolated fishing village in another world,
and the events that unfold thereafter.
Utilizing his knowledge from his past life and his excellent cooking skills,
he captivates people's taste buds and, furthermore, enriches the entire village.
It delightfully portrays the process of how he transforms the town.
Let's dive right into the review!
The story begins with a rather unexpected scene.
A man, as if shooting a modern-day YouTube ad,
bows his head in front of the camera and offers an apology.
He says he is incredibly sorry that the promotion for Evergreen,
the South's ultimate vacation destination, has been so delayed,
delivering what sounds like a sudden, formal public apology.
Then, his gaze suddenly shifts,
and he begins filming a full-fledged promotional video for the village.
The version of Evergreen introduced through his words
is truly fantastic.
He confidently boasts about a romantic
and private ultra-luxury resort ready for guests
to enjoy under the warm Southern sun.
He even adds that visitors can experience
a mystical coral sea adventure, becoming one
with the sea turtles underwater.
But that's not all; he emphasizes that if you haven't
tasted the food here, you haven't truly lived,
highlighting Evergreen's diverse food culture,
especially the top-tier spicy dishes that Koreans simply can't resist.
He also touts that dwarven technology is the best in the world,
including a premium, unrivaled masterpiece
porcelain set made by a master dwarf artisan
in his promotional lineup.
With plenty of attractions to enjoy all year round, not just in summer,
and various events suitable for all ages and genders,
he asks viewers to contact Anton's Trading Company for more details,
wrapping up the advertisement with a thoroughly professional business pitch.
As soon as the passionate filming ends,
the man shouts with a voice full of conviction.
He marvels at his own planning skills,
wondering aloud if the money will just start rolling in now.
However, right in front of him are people
who are completely drained, holding their heads in despair.
They start pouring out their complaints
at the male protagonist, Dominic.
Some complain that they'll die of exhaustion first,
lamenting how many times he made them toss the wok just to shoot that video,
while others grumble that he's working them to the bone
without even feeding them meat.
The grievances continue, from pleas that they lost all their energy from sheer embarrassment,
to harsh scoldings demanding to know why he made them do this
when he knows perfectly well how busy they are.
But Dominic simply flashes a relaxed smile
and replies, "Did you really think I'd ask for your help empty-handed?"
He then brings out his secret weapon: Samgyetang.
Claiming that Samgyetang is the absolute best for relieving fatigue and restoring stamina,
he soothes the crowd,
suggesting they fill their stomachs first before talking further.
In this scene, the protagonist shines not only for his cooking
but also for his sly, charismatic ability
to cleverly manage and handle people.
The story briefly transitions into a flashback.
While the protagonist is slumped under a tree in an unfamiliar new world,
a group of intimidating thugs who look like bandits approach him.
They ask the protagonist how he ended up there,
and he calmly replies that he just walked.
It turns out these fierce-looking folks were actually villagers
trying to help him, and they end up bringing the protagonist
to their village to serve as a cook.
Here, the protagonist's identity is revealed.
His current name is Dominic, and he is the person in charge
of lunch here in Evergreen.
Evergreen is such a small fishing village
that its name doesn't even appear on a map.
Because it was founded by a retired mercenary corps, the residents
all look quite terrifying, but Dominic considers them
to be the best people he has ever met.
At the very least, they aren't fake.
Facing cold treatment and disdain wherever he went
for being a war refugee, the protagonist was about to give up on everything,
until the headman of this very village was the only one to warmly take him in.
Since settling down in Evergreen,
a whole year has already passed.
To repay the kindness of those who took him in,
Dominic begins to fully unleash his skills
as a former nutritionist.
Serving up today's lunch menu of smooth cream soup,
crispy stir-fried vegetables, and grilled homemade sausages,
he takes care of both the health and the taste buds of the villagers.
In truth, Dominic was a 30-year-old ordinary office worker
and nutritionist in South Korea in his past life.
The soul of a veteran nutritionist who managed the diets of countless people
at schools and various companies has transmigrated
into the body of Dominic in this other world.
Rather than simply cooking food to fill bellies,
he uses dishes that combine nutritional knowledge with authentic Korean flavor
to melt the hearts of the rugged former mercenary villagers,
which is a truly heartwarming process to watch.
The unique professional background of a nutritionist
meeting an otherworldly setting builds great anticipation
in this intro for the synergy that will transform the village.
Dominic's exploits of turning a barren village into a paradise
using his past-life skills are about to unfold
in full force.
Can Evergreen really become the ultimate vacation destination of the South?
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