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The drama revolves around the three main characters of Pyo Nari (Gong Hyo Jin), a non-regular weather reporter, Lee Hwashin (Jo Jeong Seok), a successful and full time reporter, and Go Jeongwon (Go Gyeong Pyo), his wealthy friend. What could have been a stale and predictable love story was made into a refreshing and comical tale and delighting many viewers. The various settings of the story, like the trendy spots of Yeonnamdong and Mangwondong, also caught the attention of viewers. Let’s take a look at some of those spots.

Course 1. The place of jealousy and desire

SBS Prism Tower

The SBC broadcasting station in the drama is where non-regular worker Nari and regular worker Hwashin work in and is actually the SBS Prism Tower. This is also the filming location of Lee Jong Seok and Park Shin Hye’s drama in which it was also featured as a broadcasting station. A landmark of the Sangam DMC neighborhood, the shiny tower reflects the skies bringing a different feel and look depending on the season. A number of entertainment programs, such as hosted by I.O.I’s Somi and Up10sion’s Wooshin , and dramas are filmed here though visitors are only allowed to the first floor lobby.

Course 2. The place of jealousy and desire

Halmae Super  [Closed]

The SBC broadcasting station in the drama is where non-regular worker Nari and regular worker Hwashin work in and is actually the SBS Prism Tower. This is also the filming location of Lee Jong Seok and Park Shin Hye’s drama in which it was also featured as a broadcasting station. A landmark of the Sangam DMC neighborhood, the shiny tower reflects the skies bringing a different feel and look depending on the season. A number of entertainment programs, such as hosted by I.O.I’s Somi and Up10sion’s Wooshin , and dramas are filmed here though visitors are only allowed to the first floor lobby.

Course 3. Hwashin’s burning jealousy

Hongik Sootbul Galbi Saenggogi

Beginning from episode 7 of , the relationship between Nari , Hwashin, and Jeongwon begin to grow complicated. The trio comes to this barbecue restaurant where, after seeing Jeongwon ladle dwengjang jjigae for Nari, Hwashin says the two should date each other. As his jealousy grows, Hwashin mutters to himself, “Jeongwon is a much better guy than me after all”, and then notices the sign for the restaurant outside which reads, ‘Heart Burning Barbecue’. The name of this restaurant is actually ‘Hongik Sootbul Galbi Saenggogi and is well known for their samgyeobsal and pork ribs, even having been featured in the New York Times before. On one wall, you can see all the autographed memorabilia from the numerous stars that have visited here.

Course 4. Two-timing romance

B-House  [Closed]

The Rock Pasta & Villa is the scene of many squabbling and loving between the main characters. In the drama, the first floor had ‘Rock Pasta’ restaurant operated by Kim Rock, the second floor was where Hwashin’s nephew and his mother lived and bickered, and the third floor was the rooftop house of Nari and her little brother, Pyo Chiyeol. After Hwashin moves into the rooftop room in the building next door, this building becomes the central setting of many of the drama’s conflicts. Nari’s rooftop house is also the setting of the tense scene where the three gather to celebrate Jeongwon’s birthday. Unfortunately, the building doesn’t have a restaurant on the first floor in real life but is actually a guesthouse. Since the drama’s airing, many have come to this place to catch a glimpse of the unique exterior. If you want to stay a night, make sure you call and reserve in advance.

※ The information to be written in December 2016, it may be after the changes are made, please check before visiting.