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Fermentation Family(발효가족)

2011South Korea
Chef Female LeadDifficult ChildhoodFamilyFamily RelationshipFlashback To PastFoodGangster Male LeadHidden PastIllnessMysteryOrphan Male LeadRestaurantRomanceSisters' Relationship

This drama narrates the tale of the Chunjiin family, who run a traditional eatery renowned for its Kimchi, and the enigmatic patrons they encounter. Ho Tae, an orphan who was abandoned as a child, grew up in a children's home and eventually turned to a life of crime. His life takes a turn when he visits Chunjiin and becomes captivated by the restaurant. However, he soon finds himself under attack by rival gang members, only to be rescued by Kang San, the daughter of the restaurant's owner. As Kang San welcomes Ho Tae into her family, he starts to form a bond with the restaurant and its environment, slowly recovering forgotten memories from his past. This touching narrative explores themes of love, the philosophy behind Kimchi, and the challenges faced by the Chunjiin family as they confront competition from other eateries. Additionally, it delves into Ho Tae’s troubled history that resurfaces to trouble him, as well as the mystery surrounding the sudden disappearance of Kang San’s father right after Ho Tae is embraced by the family. (JTBC)

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Recommendation: With Love with You similar to Fermentation Family
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With Love with You(有你的时光里)

2025China
FamilyIllnessRomanceSisters' RelationshipDramaStrong Female Lead

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Illness, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 25% similarity match.

From a young age, the two sisters in the Wang family displayed contrasting personalities. The older sister, Wang Yan, has struggled with congenital anemia, while the younger sister, Wang Ling Jun, is known for her stubborn and mischievous nature. Against her family's wishes, Wang Ling Jun made the decision to move to Shenzhen, disrupting the peaceful life that Wang Yan had built there. Despite being unemployed, Wang Ling Jun moved in with Wang Yan, and over time, their relationship blossomed into one of warmth and harmony. As they grew closer, both sisters developed a deep bond with each other. When Wang Yan's old illness resurfaced, Wang Ling Jun, who had once considered leaving her sister behind, made the choice to stay by her side.

Recommendation: Honmamon similar to Fermentation Family
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Honmamon(ほんまもん)

2001Japan
Chef Female LeadFamilyFoodRestaurantRomanceAsadoraBusinessDramaLifeRestaurateur Supporting CharacterShort Length Series

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Chef Female Lead, Family, Food, Restaurant, and Romance themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yamanaka Konoha, an 18-year-old girl from the rural Kumano area of Wakayama prefecture, comes from a family that relies on forestry for their livelihood. Konoha's mother, Senri, is a teacher of traditional farming methods and local history to tourists, while her father, Ichiro, dreams of opening a restaurant in Osaka. Konoha was raised in the forested hills by her grandfather, Sadamichi, who taught her ranger skills and meditation techniques. With a natural talent for tasting food, Konoha decides to pursue a career as a chef after her grandmother's passing. She joins her father in leaving Kumano for Osaka, where she plans to learn the art of cooking while Ichiro works towards opening his own restaurant.

Recommendation: The Wedding Scheme similar to Fermentation Family
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The Wedding Scheme(결혼의 꼼수)

2012South Korea
FamilyIllnessRomanceSisters' RelationshipBoss-Employee RelationshipComedyMother-Daughter Relationship

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Illness, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 24% similarity match.

A mother with four daughters and the head of a kimchi factory chooses to launch an ambitious plan for her children’s marriages... by arranging for them to live together with four suitable young men.

Recommendation: Hong Kong Love Stories similar to Fermentation Family
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Hong Kong Love Stories(香港愛情故事)

2020Hong Kong
FamilyFamily RelationshipFlashback To PastIllnessRomanceDementiaDramaFather-Daughter RelationshipHealthy Mains’ RelationshipNeurological DisorderPhotographer Female LeadStepmother-Stepdaughter RelationshipStudent Female Lead

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, Flashback To Past, Illness, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

Chan Tsz Long, a kind designer, and his optimistic girlfriend, Yau Hoi Kei, are a common couple in Hong Kong facing challenges related to land disputes. Tsz Long's two younger sisters, Chan Tsz Yan and Chan Tsz Ting, have contrasting personalities. Photographer Tsz Yan is captivated by artist Ki Ka Hei's extravagant lifestyle. The series aims to showcase the dynamics of love, conflicts, and connections across different generations. (TVBAnywhere)

Recommendation: The Gutter similar to Fermentation Family
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The Gutter(叹息桥)

2020Hong Kong
Flashback To PastIllnessMysteryRestaurantRomanceBest Friends RelationshipChef Male LeadDramaInfidelityInvestigationMental IllnessPast And PresentSelfish Parent

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Flashback To Past, Illness, Mystery, Restaurant, and Romance themes with a 23% similarity match.

The narrative follows four individuals with interconnected pasts from two decades ago in Belgium. Thomas, facing financial struggles due to poverty, had to labor extensively to cover his mother's medical bills during his youth. It was during this time that he crossed paths with Sammy at a local eatery. Following his mother's passing, Thomas and Sammy joined forces to establish a successful restaurant venture. Their dynamic changed when Thomas reconnected with Joyce, an acquaintance from Belgium, and their rapport was immediate. Meanwhile, Joyce has been in a long-term relationship with Hu Qiyuan for 8 years.

Recommendation: A Taste of Love (2001) similar to Fermentation Family
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A Taste of Love (2001)(美味情緣)

2001Hong Kong
FamilyFamily RelationshipFoodRestaurantRomanceChef Male LeadDramaHalf-sister-Half-brother RelationshipLove SquareMaster-Disciple RelationshipNice Female LeadRestaurant Manager Female LeadRivalrySelfless Female Lead

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, Food, Restaurant, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

The story of "A Taste of Love" unfolds in a prestigious and well-known restaurant where Ma Yau, a skilled chef, is in charge of the kitchen. One day, a middle-aged man, who happens to be Joyce's father, enters the restaurant and orders some special dishes that trigger Ma Yau's recognition. Ma Yau personally prepares and serves the dishes to the man, who praises his exceptional culinary skills. This man holds a special place in Ma Yau's heart, as he used to cook for Ma Yau when he was a child, sparking his interest in pursuing a career in cooking.

Recommendation: Immortal Classic similar to Fermentation Family
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Immortal Classic(불후의 명작)

2012South Korea
Family RelationshipFoodIllnessRestaurantRomanceBusinessComedyCompetitionCookingDeathMelodramaMother-Daughter RelationshipSlice Of LifeTraditional Medicine

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family Relationship, Food, Illness, Restaurant, and Romance themes with a 22% similarity match.

A ‘Kimchi’ drama is being produced for the first time in the nation, centering on a rivalry for the title of the top chef and the best cooking assistant (KoreanDramaOrg).

Recommendation: Mokojji Kitchen 2023 similar to Fermentation Family
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Mokojji Kitchen 2023(모꼬지 키친 2023)

2023South Korea
Chef Female LeadFoodRestaurantRomanceChef Male LeadMiniseriesShort Length SeriesTime TravelWeb Series

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Chef Female Lead, Food, Restaurant, and Romance themes with a 21% similarity match.

Daeryeong Suksu (Eun U), a chef serving the royal family during the Joseon Dynasty, stumbles upon a mysterious doorway one day and decides to step through it out of curiosity. To her surprise, she awakens in the heart of modern Seoul, with no recollection of how she got there. After a period of wandering, she collapses in front of 'Mokojji Kitchen'. Daeryeong Suksu (Eun U) impresses everyone with her exceptional cooking abilities and is eventually hired at Mokojji Kitchen, which quickly gains popularity and attracts a large number of customers. What lies ahead for Daeryeong Suksu (Eun U)? (mokkojikorea.com)

Recommendation: Lady's House similar to Fermentation Family
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Lady's House(淑女之家)

2014China
FamilyMysteryRomanceInvestigation

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

In the year 1930 in Shang Hai, Zhou Jin uncovers her family's past and learns of her father's mysterious death a decade ago. Determined to uncover the truth, Zhou Jin enlists the help of her childhood companion, Su Zhi Wen, to delve into the powerful Shen family. Through their investigation, they stumble upon the hidden dangers and secrets lurking beneath the glamorous facade of the "Lady's House", posing a threat to Zhou Jin's mission.

Recommendation: Full House of Happiness similar to Fermentation Family
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Full House of Happiness(老爸當家)

2017China
FamilyFoodRomanceLife

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Food, and Romance themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: 4 Daughters similar to Fermentation Family
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4 Daughters(家有四千金)

2010Taiwan
FamilyRomanceSisters' RelationshipFather-Daughter Relationship

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 20% similarity match.

Wu Si Ji is the father of four unmarried daughters, which disappoints him greatly. The eldest daughter is in a relationship with a cheating boyfriend, the second daughter is overly critical of men and finds none of them satisfactory, the third daughter is only interested in a man's wealth and loves no one, and the youngest daughter is not pursued by anyone due to her looks. Wu comes up with a plan to help his daughters find suitable partners.

Recommendation: Cupid's Kitchen similar to Fermentation Family
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Cupid's Kitchen(舌尖上的心跳)

2022China
Chef Female LeadFoodRestaurantRomanceNovel AdaptationChef Male LeadComedyCookingHardworking Female LeadNice Female LeadOlder Man-Younger Woman

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Chef Female Lead, Food, Restaurant, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Endowed with a sharp palate, Lin Ke Song possesses a unique talent for identifying the components of any dish with just a single taste. Despite this special ability, cooking has never been her forte, and she never considered pursuing a career in the culinary field. However, everything changes when she meets Michelin-starred chef Jiang Qian Fan. Infatuated with him, Ke Song follows her unrequited love to Shanghai, hoping to win his heart. But her plans take an unexpected turn when she encounters Qian Fan not long after arriving. Intrigued by her extraordinary gift, the renowned chef decides to mentor Ke Song in the kitchen. As they prepare for a cooking competition together, they face numerous challenges along the way. Ke Song struggles to find her place in the culinary world, enduring Qian Fan's demanding training. Despite the difficulties, she gradually hones her skills, gaining newfound confidence and earning Qian Fan's respect. But will her efforts be enough to fulfill her deepest desires?

Recommendation: Summer Snow similar to Fermentation Family
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Summer Snow(Summer Snow)

2000Japan
FamilyFamily RelationshipIllnessRomanceBrother-Sister RelationshipBrothers' RelationshipCardiovascular DiseaseDramaLifeSummer SettingSupportive Sibling

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, Illness, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

A romance blossoms between a boy who had to mature prematurely and a girl whose illness has limited her life. Natsuo has taken on the responsibility of caring for his siblings after their parents passed away, as well as managing the family's bike shop. Yuki becomes the one person he trusts completely. In turn, Natsuo inspires Yuki to step out of her comfort zone and embrace life more fully.

Recommendation: The Wild Duck 2 similar to Fermentation Family
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The Wild Duck 2(野鸭子2)

2013China
FamilyFamily RelationshipRomanceDysfunctional FamilyRural Life

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Wild Duck and Yang Shun decided to leave the city and return to the countryside to start a duck farm. As they were preparing for their upcoming wedding, the delicate issue of "acknowledging their birth mother" resurfaced. This topic triggered tensions among the Yang, Zhou, and Fang families, leading to conflicts and disagreements. Despite facing challenges like mother-in-law and daughter-in-law disputes, pregnancy, childbirth, and an ex-girlfriend, Wild Duck's perseverance, hope, and optimism inspired and uplifted everyone around them.

Recommendation: The Direction of Happiness similar to Fermentation Family
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The Direction of Happiness(幸福的方向)

2015China
FamilyIllnessRomanceBrothers' RelationshipTerminal Illness

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Illness, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

During the 1980s, two siblings from a rural farming community decide to leave their impoverished village and seek a better life in the bustling city of Haizhou. Liu Xing He, a kind and eager individual, sacrifices his own chance at education so that his younger brother, Liu Xing Chen, can pursue his studies. However, Xing He also makes his way to the city, following the village beauty Hao Yi Duo. When Hao Yi Duo falls victim to a fraudulent investment using all her wedding dowries, Xing He comes to her aid and crosses paths with Su Zi Tong. Grateful for Xing He's previous assistance, Zi Tong recommends him to her father for a job opportunity. Meanwhile, Xing Chen grows envious of his older brother and causes trouble repeatedly. Despite this, Xing He remains determined to guide his brother onto the right path.

Recommendation: Let's Fall in Love (2016) similar to Fermentation Family
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Let's Fall in Love (2016)(和妈妈一起谈恋爱)

2016China
FamilyFamily RelationshipRomanceLove TriangleMother-Daughter Relationship

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

The plot revolves around Chen Xi, a woman in her middle age residing near Yingkou Xiongyue Wang'er Mountain. Unable to have children of her own, she adopted three girls named Tang Guo Er, Fang Xiao Fei, and Zhang Tian Ai. Despite not sharing the same last name, Chen Xi raised them single-handedly with affection. Two decades later, a man appeared claiming to be the biological father of her daughters. Simultaneously, her ex-husband returned, hoping to reconcile with her. The story unfolds as to whom Chen Xi will choose as her future spouse, showcasing a tale of a non-biological family navigating life's ups and downs together.

Recommendation: The Green Hope similar to Fermentation Family
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The Green Hope(新鮮人)

2000Hong Kong
FamilyIllnessRomanceDisabilityDrama

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Illness, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

During a chilly Christmas in 1996, Fong Kin Choi, a dedicated worker, fell ill and expressed his final wish to reunite with his youngest son, Ka Him, from whom he had been separated for 12 years following a divorce. It was revealed that Ka Him had been struggling with mental health issues due to his mother's drug addiction and involvement in illegal activities since childhood. After Kin Choi's passing, his eldest son, Ka Fai, took Ka Him under his wing and helped him overcome his challenges to live a fulfilling life. Ka Fai discovered Ka Him's hidden talent for music, particularly the piano, and with his support, Ka Him rose to fame as a pianist, proving that despite his mental health issues, he could achieve success and lead a normal life like anyone else. The journey to success for Ka Him was marked by setbacks and discrimination due to his disability, but in the end, his perseverance was recognized. The narrative of the show conveys a powerful message that individuals with disabilities can thrive, and that discrimination only hinders their progress.

Recommendation: Hanawake no Yon Shimai similar to Fermentation Family
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Hanawake no Yon Shimai(華和家の四姉妹)

2011Japan
FamilyRomanceSisters' RelationshipAdapted From A MangaComedy

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 19% similarity match.

A father who is well-liked by women and a mother who loves him unwaveringly like a young woman. The four sisters raised by the incredibly strong husband and wife include an unmarried and divorced sister, a sister looking for marriage, a sister without a boyfriend, and a sister unlucky in love. Among them, the second daughter Takemi is the troublesome one, having been divorced multiple times and having three children. Because Takemi stays true to herself, she often stands out from the rest and is labeled as "the seductress with many lovers," troublemaker," and "villain." Will she continue to cause many comical problems? (TBS/DramaWiki)

Recommendation: A Hundred Year's Inheritance similar to Fermentation Family
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A Hundred Year's Inheritance(백년의 유산)

2013South Korea
FamilyFoodRomanceDramaSoap Opera

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Food, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Set in a rundown, vintage shop known as Old Noodles, this narrative revolves around a family that has operated a noodle factory for three generations. Focused on the world of noodles and the web of relationships tied to it, the tale captures the zest of radish water noodles along with the depth of chopped noodles prepared with chicken broth. This drama seeks to reinforce the family values of a wayward clan that remains united solely for financial gain. (MBC)

Recommendation: Rainy Night Flower similar to Fermentation Family
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Rainy Night Flower(雨夜花)

2012Taiwan
FamilyGangster Male LeadRomanceDramaLove Triangle

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Gangster Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 19% similarity match.

Upon his release from a reformatory, Xin Xiong decides to join a gang in order to support himself. Over time, he rises to become the leader of the gang, collecting protection fees from local vendors and striving to uphold a sense of order in the community. Through his efforts, Xin Xiong establishes a positive rapport with the local law enforcement. Complications arise when Gui Zhu, a teahouse owner, falls for Xin Xiong despite his affection for Yue Gui, leading to a tangled love triangle filled with jealousy. (Dimsum)

Recommendation: My Little Chef (2022) similar to Fermentation Family
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My Little Chef (2022)(厨妻当道)

2022China
Chef Female LeadFlashback To PastFoodRomanceHeight DifferenceInvestigationLove At First SightRich Male LeadServant Supporting CharacterShort Length SeriesStrong Female LeadWeb Series

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Chef Female Lead, Flashback To Past, Food, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Liu Po Xiao travels to Beijing with the intention of tracking down the individual responsible for harming her mother. She decides to work as a personal chef for Yan Mu Xi, believing she may uncover valuable information at his residence. However, an unexpected obstacle arises when Yan Mu Xi becomes infatuated with her upon their first meeting. As she continues her investigation, he persistently pursues her for a romantic relationship.

Recommendation: Poor Prince Taro similar to Fermentation Family
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Poor Prince Taro(貧窮貴公子)

2001Taiwan
FamilyFamily RelationshipRomanceSisters' RelationshipAdapted From A MangaBig FamilyBrother-Sister RelationshipBrothers' RelationshipDramaLifePoor Male LeadPoverty

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 18% similarity match.

Tai Lang, also known as Taro, is a bright and skilled individual who is admired by many girls in school. Despite rumors suggesting that his family is wealthy, the reality is that Tai Lang lives in a modest one-room house with his mother and six siblings, struggling to make ends meet. His abilities stem from shouldering the responsibilities of providing for his family. Despite his humble background, Taro's genuine kindness endears him to others. Long Zi, initially drawn to his facade of affluence, attempts to woo him in hopes of escaping her own middle-class lifestyle, only to later learn the truth about his financial situation. (

Recommendation: Assorted Gems similar to Fermentation Family
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Assorted Gems(보석비빔밥)

2009South Korea
FamilyFamily RelationshipRomanceSisters' RelationshipForeigner Supporting CharacterHardworking Female LeadHidden IdentityMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsPoor FamilyRich Man-Poor WomanSlow Burn Romance

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 18% similarity match.

The Gung family consists of four siblings, each named after a valuable gemstone: the oldest daughter, Bi Chwi (Jade), the oldest son, San Ho (Coral), the second daughter, Ryu Bi (Ruby), and the youngest son, Ho Bak (Amber). Similar to a collection of exquisite jewels, their contrasting colors may not always harmonize, and their sharp edges can sometimes create friction. To illustrate family dynamics, one can compare it to a bowl of rice mixed with various ingredients; achieving a delicious dish depends on the right balance of these components. Assorted Gems narrates the distinct journeys of the family members and how their conflicts teach them to achieve the ideal equilibrium.

Recommendation: Marriage Cuisine similar to Fermentation Family
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Marriage Cuisine(婚姻料理)

2014China
Chef Female LeadFamily RelationshipFoodComedyDivorced Female LeadDrama

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Chef Female Lead, Family Relationship, and Food themes with a 18% similarity match.

Ar Chen, a mother, wife, and chef, decides to end her marriage with her self-centered husband. Following their divorce, he discovers love and success, yet yearns for reconciliation with his ex-wife. Can a new relationship erase years of love shared with Ar Chen? Will she follow her heart or pride in making her decision?

Recommendation: Two Families from Wenzhou similar to Fermentation Family
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Two Families from Wenzhou(温州两家人)

2015China
FamilyFamily RelationshipRomanceBusinessBusiness RivalryDrama

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Explores the narrative of the global economic downturn and challenges of local economic reorganization from the perspective of two business clans.

Recommendation: Feather Flies to the Sky similar to Fermentation Family
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Feather Flies to the Sky(鸡毛飞上天)

2017China
FamilyOrphan Male LeadRomanceBusinessLifeTraveling

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Orphan Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Chen He Dong was raised as an orphan by Chen Jin Shui, who found him and brought him home. As he grew older, he learned different business tactics from the people around him. As an adult, he continues to develop his business skills by traveling across China. During his journeys, he encounters Lu Yu Zhu, who has a similar background, and Yang Shiu, a wealthy girl recently returned from overseas.

Recommendation: A Family Has Children in the First Place similar to Fermentation Family
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A Family Has Children in the First Place(家有儿女初长成)

2018China
FamilyFamily RelationshipRomanceComedyFriendshipLife

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

A new version of the 2005 family comedy series Happy Household follows the lives of two blended families navigating the challenges of living together. Siblings Jiang Nan, 25, and Jiang Bei, 22, find themselves in a unique situation when their parents divorce and divide their shared apartment. Jiang Nan and her mother Wu Qiong take the upper level, while Jiang Bei and his father Jiang Guo Li reside downstairs. Jiang Guo Li, 50, marries the 35-year-old gym instructor Dai Ling Ling, who has a son named Tong Tong. Wu Qiong, 49, ties the knot with Du Wei, a longtime idol of hers who is an actor. Du Wei has a daughter named Yang Yang, who is 12 years old. This arrangement leads to the two sets of parents and their four children living together under one roof.

Recommendation: Shou Xi Gan Fan Ren similar to Fermentation Family
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Shou Xi Gan Fan Ren(首席干饭人)

2023China
FoodRestaurantRomanceDeliveryman Male LeadShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Food, Restaurant, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Cheng Rui, the wealthiest individual in Jiangcheng, decided to uncover the hidden truth of the "black hole" within the public welfare fund. To do so, he disguised himself as a delivery worker and infiltrated the "dry rice man" eatery, which provided meals for the school. Throughout his investigation, he developed romantic feelings for Hao Jia Mei, the female proprietor of the restaurant.

Recommendation: The Gem of Life similar to Fermentation Family
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The Gem of Life(珠光寶氣)

2008Hong Kong
FamilyFamily RelationshipSisters' RelationshipDramaMother-Daughter RelationshipMultiple Mains

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 18% similarity match.

In Pak Siu Yau's perspective, her three daughters are as precious as jewels. She strongly believes that a woman's ultimate fortune lies in marrying a man of wealth. To secure a prosperous future for her daughters, she has been grooming them from a young age, hoping they will wed into affluent families as they grow older. Yau's eldest daughter, Hong Nga Yin, initially disagrees with her mother's values. However, upon seeing that Yin's suitor is Ko Cheung Sing, a wealthy man, she allows Yin to pursue her choice. Yau's second daughter, Hong Nga Tung, is a hopeless romantic but struggles in her love life. To make amends, Yau aims to pair her with Ho Chit Nam, the son of Hong Kong's renowned business magnate, Ho Fung. The youngest sister, Hong Nga Sz, understands Yau's worries. Having overcome a divorce, Sz now sets her sights on Fung. Yau's persistence pays off, as her daughters all marry affluent men. Despite this, money fails to bring them joy, and the sisters slowly succumb to vanity.

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The Dripping Sauce(大醬園)

2020Hong Kong
FamilyFamily RelationshipRomanceBusinessDramaPower Struggle

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Man Koon Brewery, an ancient soy sauce producer located in Foshan, has been run by patriarch Man Kai Shan and his wife Tsik Tak Yung with the motto of "Maintaining family tradition." Following a soy sauce contamination incident, two women, Ha Siu Moon and Ip Sai Yiu, were reluctantly brought into the business. Along with their son, Man Cheuk Fung, they all became apprentices at the brewery. Junior master Wah Ko also became involved, creating an intriguing dynamic among the four. As secrets about the Man family are uncovered and Cheuk Fung is suddenly taken away, tensions rise. Meanwhile, Kai Shan's younger brothers - Kai Shek, Kai Tsun, and Kai Kong - are eyeing a share of the family fortune, while outsider General Ko Shiu Wing is also scheming to benefit. The 100-year-old Man Koon Brewery faces an uncertain future as it navigates through this challenging period.

Recommendation: Sousa Kaigi wa Living de! Season 2 similar to Fermentation Family
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Sousa Kaigi wa Living de! Season 2(捜査会議はリビングで おかわり!)

2020Japan
FamilyMysteryRomanceComedyInvestigationMiniseries

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Recommendation: Snowflakes similar to Fermentation Family
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Snowflakes(눈꽃)

2000South Korea
FoodIllnessRomanceBoss-Employee RelationshipDramaLove Square

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Food, Illness, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

Yoo Sun is a talented chef facing a rare illness that will eventually lead to blindness. Adding to her challenges is her strained relationship with her boss, Kim Tae Bin. Surprisingly, Sun and Tae Bin end up falling in love despite their initial conflicts. Their budding romance becomes complicated when Tae Bin's close friend, Suh In Ha, develops feelings for Sun, while In Ha's sister, Suh Ji Ho, harbors feelings for Tae Bin. The situation worsens when Tae Bin discovers Sun's illness, causing strain in their relationship. Tae Bin struggles to come to terms with Sun's condition, while Sun resents Tae Bin's sympathy. Can Sun and Tae Bin overcome their differences? Or will In Ha and Ji Ho emerge triumphant from the love triangle?

Recommendation: More Beautiful Than a Flower similar to Fermentation Family
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More Beautiful Than a Flower(꽃보다 아름다워)

2004South Korea
FamilyRomanceSisters' RelationshipDramaFemale Centered PlotMultiple Mains

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 18% similarity match.

This series focuses on the dedicated and loving mother Go Doo Shim, portrayed by Lee Young Ja, who strives to provide her family with a joyful life. Unfortunately, her husband Joo Hyun, played by Kim Do Chil, disrupts their happiness by engaging in an affair that results in another woman expecting his child. The eldest daughter Bae Jung Ok, as Mi Oak, proposes that her mother consider a divorce, while the youngest daughter Han Go Eun, as Mi Soo, is drawn to the charming appearance of an investor who conceals a troubling secret. Will this family be torn apart, or is there a chance for reconciliation?

Recommendation: Give Me Food similar to Fermentation Family
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Give Me Food(밥줘!)

2009South Korea
FamilyRomanceSisters' RelationshipAge GapMultiple CouplesMultiple Mains

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 18% similarity match.

This drama revolves around the chaotic lives of three sisters. Jo Yeong Ran finds herself ensnared in a passionless marriage to her distant and indifferent spouse, whom she wed just a week after they started dating. Meanwhile, her elder sister Yeong Shim's financial struggles and aspiration for a luxurious lifestyle lead to constant disputes with her husband. On the other hand, their younger sister Yeong Mi enjoys a successful career but is married to a man who is overly attached to his mother.

Recommendation: My Dear Cat similar to Fermentation Family
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My Dear Cat(고양이는 있다! 야옹)

2014South Korea
FamilyMysteryRomanceComedyDramaInvestigation

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

A stray cat brings together two individuals, a magazine reporter named Yang Soon and a law student called Chi Woong, through fate. As they search for their missing cats, they uncover family secrets, leading to conflicts and ultimately reconciliation among their families.

Recommendation: Youth Power similar to Fermentation Family
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Youth Power(哇!陳怡君)

2015Taiwan
FamilyFamily RelationshipRomanceDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadPolitical

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

No matter how hard you try, you cannot avoid what is meant to be. Chen Yi Jun was raised in a family involved in politics, but she despised the field and was determined to pursue her love for music. However, after finishing college, she finds herself unexpectedly caught up in a political battle. She crosses paths with Jiang Ye Qing, a rising star in politics who embraced his family's political background. With the support of Huang Yao Yuan, an activist for student rights, and Sha Bing Na, a news anchor, will Yi Jun be able to navigate her accidental political journey?

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Family Reunion (2011)(团圆)

2011China
FamilyFamily RelationshipSisters' RelationshipBrother-Sister RelationshipBrothers' RelationshipDrama

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 18% similarity match.

Five brothers and sisters who were separated in their youth due to tragic circumstances, make an attempt to come together again after many years

Recommendation: Three Sisters (2010) similar to Fermentation Family
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Three Sisters (2010)(세자매)

2010South Korea
FamilyRestaurantSisters' RelationshipDramaFemale Centered PlotNice Female Lead

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Restaurant, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 18% similarity match.

This drama revolves around the experiences of two generations of three sisters, highlighting their connections and the challenges they face. The eldest sister of the second generation, Eun Young, encounters issues with her spouse and ultimately endures the turmoil associated with a divorce.

Recommendation: Grand Maison Tokyo: Hirako Shohei no Yureru Omoi similar to Fermentation Family
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Grand Maison Tokyo: Hirako Shohei no Yureru Omoi(グラグラメゾン♥東京 ~平古祥平の揺れる思い~)

2019Japan
FoodRestaurantRomanceChef Male LeadLifeLove Triangle

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Food, Restaurant, and Romance themes with a 18% similarity match.

This drama is a spin-off from Grand Maison Tokyo, focusing on the story of Hirako Shohei. A 3-minute summary of each episode is shown at the conclusion of every episode of Grand Maison Tokyo. Three years prior, Shohei was an apprentice under Chef Obana Natsuki. Currently, he is employed as a chef at a buffet restaurant within a luxury hotel. Despite his engagement to Ebina Miyu, Shohei's feelings are conflicted by his connection to Patissier Matsui Moe.

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Hello Beautiful Life(心想事成)

2023China
Family RelationshipFoodRomanceSisters' RelationshipAmbitious Female LeadBlogger Female LeadChildhood Friends RelationshipDramaImpulsive Male LeadIndependent Female LeadLifeLove TriangleWarm Female Lead

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family Relationship, Food, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 17% similarity match.

Sun sisters are two siblings who have contrasting personalities and life journeys

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Summer Nude(サマーヌード)

2013Japan
Chef Female LeadFoodRestaurantRomanceAbandoned On Wedding DayBeach SettingChasing A DreamCookingDramaPhotographer Male LeadPhotographySeaside SettingSummer Setting

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Chef Female Lead, Food, Restaurant, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Asahi Mikuriya is employed at a photography studio situated close to the ocean. While Asahi once aspired to be a renowned photographer, he now works as a cameraman for weddings and school functions. He had previously been in a relationship with a woman who abruptly ended things. Natsuki Chiyohara enters Asahi's life as a manager at a popular Italian restaurant in Tokyo. When Natsuki's boyfriend breaks up with her at a low point in her life, Asahi is there to capture the moment with his camera. Natsuki eventually becomes a chef at the "House of Sea," located in the same coastal town where Asahi resides, under the supervision of Asahi's former high school classmate. Asahi and Natsuki discover they share a common past and grow closer. Meanwhile, Taniyama, Asahi's former underclassman, harbors feelings for him.

Recommendation: Chimudondon similar to Fermentation Family
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Chimudondon(ちむどんどん)

2022Japan
Chef Female LeadFoodRestaurantSisters' RelationshipAsadoraChasing A DreamComedyCookingDeathDramaFarmer Supporting CharacterFoodie Female LeadShort Length Series

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Chef Female Lead, Food, Restaurant, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 17% similarity match.

Higa Nobuko grew up in a farmhouse in the "Yanbaru region" in northern Okinawa alongside her three siblings

Recommendation: The Nice Guy similar to Fermentation Family
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The Nice Guy(착한 사나이)

2025South Korea
FamilyFamily RelationshipGangster Male LeadRomanceActionFamily BusinessFirst LoveGangHairdresser Supporting CharacterMelodramaNoirOrthopedic Surgeon Supporting CharacterSinger Female Lead

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, Gangster Male Lead, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Tells the tale of Park Seok Cheol, the oldest grandson in a lineage of gangsters spanning three generations, who possesses an unexpectedly innocent spirit. His first love, Kang Mi Yeong, aspires to be a singer. Seok Cheol navigates the rollercoaster of life, filled with both joy and sorrow, as he strives to safeguard his family, profession, and romance.

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9 Border(9ボーダー)

2024Japan
FamilyMysteryRomanceSisters' RelationshipAccountant Female LeadActress Female LeadAge GapAge GapAssistant Manager Female LeadDramaHardworking Female LeadMultiple CouplesSearching For A ParentTeenager Female Lead

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Mystery, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 17% similarity match.

Oba Nana is the second of three sisters, aged 29 and single, who is dedicated to her career. Despite recently being promoted to the position of assistant manager, she feels unsettled as her friends are settling down and starting families. Her older sister, Narusawa Mutsuki, 39, works as a certified accountant and is currently separated from her husband due to his infidelity. The youngest sister, Oba Hatsumi, 19, is struggling with feeling behind her peers in setting and achieving life goals. To ease her worries, she turns to a dating app to meet someone. When their father goes missing suddenly, the three sisters must come together to face this unexpected situation.

Recommendation: No Matter What similar to Fermentation Family
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No Matter What(누가 뭐래도)

2020South Korea
FamilyOrphan Male LeadRomanceSisters' RelationshipDramaEntertainment IndustryEx Comes BackEx-couple RelationshipOne-night StandPrejudiceRich Woman-Poor ManSoap OperaSocial Issues

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Orphan Male Lead, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 17% similarity match.

Four young individuals, both men and women, strive to conquer challenges while battling societal prejudices. Bo Ra, an emerging weather broadcaster, Dae Ro, an enthusiastic delivery worker and aspiring creator, Ah Ri, a courageous writer in broadcasting, and Jun Soo, a hot-tempered yet skilled CEO of a startup. The intense journey of growth for these four youths unfolds in a charming flower shop. For Dae Ro, who juggles life as an orphan, delivery person, and creator, watching Bo Ra present the weather every morning offers his only respite. One day, he participates in a ceremony where he is recognized as a winner, hosted by Bo Ra. This family drama illustrates how they build connections and navigate their struggles with a compassionate perspective.

Recommendation: Tastefully Yours similar to Fermentation Family
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Tastefully Yours(당신의 맛)

2025South Korea
Chef Female LeadFoodRestaurantRomanceBrothers' RelationshipChef Supporting CharacterComedyCEO Male LeadCookingDramaMiniseriesPartially Filmed AbroadRestaurateur Male Lead

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Chef Female Lead, Food, Restaurant, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Tells the tale of Han Beom U, the heir to a major food corporation, who manages the top upscale eatery in Seoul without any regard for flavor, and Mo Yeon Ju, a chef obsessed with flavor who operates a tiny restaurant with just one table hidden in a remote countryside location. Their relationship blossoms as they run a modest restaurant in the city of Miraek, Jeonju.

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A Good Supper(밥이 되어라)

2021South Korea
FamilyFoodRestaurantRomanceBest Friends RelationshipBrother-Sister RelationshipChildhood Friends RelationshipCookingCountryside SettingDeath Of A MotherDramaFriendshipNice Male Lead

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Food, Restaurant, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Supper is a modest Korean eatery located in the rural area near a small train station. Young Shin, a high school junior, deviates from her peers by heading to the market after school to purchase inexpensive ingredients for the diner. The loyal customers who purchased daily meal tickets for $4 and enjoyed a hearty, tasty dinner formed a tight-knit group known as the Supper family. From a young age, Young Shin honed her cooking skills under the guidance of Gyung Soo, the diner's owner. She shared her upbringing with Da Jung, Jung Hoon, and Oh Bok. Jung Hoon relocated to the countryside with his father following his parents' divorce, while Oh Bok was cared for by his grandmother and uncle after being abandoned by his parents. Da Jung and her parents frequented Supper due to their busy work schedules, forging a bond closer than most siblings over the span of 12 years. The entrance of four young individuals into Gyung Soo's life sets the stage for a lively tale of love, friendship, ambition, and forgiveness.

Recommendation: Chef Hua similar to Fermentation Family
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Chef Hua(人间烟火花小厨)

2020China
Chef Female LeadFoodRomanceSisters' RelationshipBodyguard Male LeadCalm Male LeadComedyCookingHealthy Mains’ RelationshipHistoricalIndependent Female LeadNice Male LeadSlice Of LifeSupportive In-Law

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Chef Female Lead, Food, Romance, and Sisters' Relationship themes with a 17% similarity match.

In a tale of love and cuisine, Hua Xiao Mai finds herself drawn to a bodyguard named Meng Yu Huai. Starting from humble beginnings, Hua Xiao Mai works her way up in the culinary world, fueled by her passion for food. Meng Yu Huai, a skilled martial artist and the leader of a bodyguard agency, embodies the qualities of a true man. Despite their arguments, Meng Yu Huai and Hua Xiao Mai share a deep and affectionate love for each other.

Recommendation: Love Like the Galaxy: Part 1 similar to Fermentation Family
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Love Like the Galaxy: Part 1(星汉灿烂)

2022China
FamilyFamily RelationshipMysteryRomanceNovel AdaptationGeneral Male LeadHan DynastyHistoricalMale Chases Female FirstPoliticalSlice Of LifeSlow Burn RomanceSmart Female LeadUnrequited Love

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Family, Family Relationship, Mystery, and Romance themes with a 17% similarity match.

Ling Bu Yi, known for his talent and ruthlessness as a general in the Black Armour Army, was investigating hidden truths from the past that led to the massacre of his clan and an entire city. During a mission to capture a fugitive in a rural village, he crossed paths with Cheng Shao Shang. Shao Shang, a neglected and uneducated young woman, had been left behind by her parents who went to war. Despite the years of separation, Shao Shang remained determined to live for herself, showcasing her bold and clever nature that caught the attention of many, including Ling Bu Yi.

Recommendation: There Are No Female Chefs in Chinese Restaurants similar to Fermentation Family
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There Are No Female Chefs in Chinese Restaurants(中餐厅没有女主厨)

2024China
Chef Female LeadFoodRestaurantDramaMiniseriesShort Length SeriesWeb Series

Like Fermentation Family, this drama also features Chef Female Lead, Food, and Restaurant themes with a 17% similarity match.