Recipe for Love (Korean: 사랑을 처방해 드립니다) is a 2026 South Korean television series written by Park Ji-sook, directed by Han Joon-seo and Bae Eun-hye, and starring Jin Se-yeon and Park Ki-woong. The series is about two lovers who struggle to protect their relationship amidst their families' past conflicts and emotional scars, ultimately leading to a journey of healing, sharing love, and reuniting the families. It aired on KBS2 from January 31, to July 19, 2026, every Saturday and Sunday at 20:00 (KST).
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Synopsis
Gong Ju-ah and Yang Hyun-bin were childhood friends. They reunited when he returned from studying abroad in Argentina. Upon joining Taehan Group as General Director of the Fashion Business Division, he encountered Gong Ju-ah, a fashion designer by profession. Her acceptance of his proposal marked the renewal of their romantic relationship. But their families have been enemies since their grandparents' generation. Ju-ah's grandfather eloped with Hyun-bin's grandmother, starting the feud. Their families' 30-year feud, rooted in the Onjeong neighborhood, makes their relationship impossible.
Cast
Main
Jin Se-yeon as Gong Ju-ah
Born to parents who are both doctors, she was pushed into pursuing medicine, but eventually shifted gears and pursued her dream of becoming a clothes designer, and landed a job at Taehan Group. She quickly rises to team leader, but after an accident, she's demoted and ends up working with Hyun-bin.
Park Ki-woong as Yang Hyun-bin
A newly appointed general manager of Taehan Group's fashion division. He meets Ju-ah again at work, a childhood friend that he has deep feelings for.
Supporting
Kim Seung-soo as Gong Jeong-han
Ju-ah's father, who is the head of the Gongmyeongjeongdae Clinic.
Yoo Ho-jeong as Han Seong-mi
Ju-ah's mother, who is a psychiatrist.
Choi Dae-chul as Gong Dae-han
Ju-ah's uncle, who is a rehabilitative therapist. He is Jeong-han's younger brother.
Kim Sun-bin as Gong Woo-jae
Ju-ah's younger brother. He is a med school grad aiming for a modeling career.
Kim Mi-sook as Na Seon-hae
Ju-ah's grandmother.
Kim Hyung-mook as Yang Dong-ik
A Korean medicine doctor who wants to make Yangji Barun Clinic a well-known and modern Korean medicine brand, rather than focusing on traditional Korean medicine. He is Hyun-bin's father.
So Yi-hyun as Cha Se-ri
Hyun-bin's stepmother, who is Dong-ik's second wife.
Joo Jin-mo as Yang Seon-chul
Hyun-bin's grandfather, who is the founder of Yangji Barun Oriental Medicine Clinic.
Jo Mi-ryung as Yang Dong-sook
Hyun-bin's aunt, who an oriental medicine clinic owner.
Production
Development
Director Han Joon-seo, who is known for his work such as Beautiful Love, Wonderful Life (2019–2020) and The Real Has Come! (2023), is directing, and Park Ji-sook, who previously wrote The Tale of Lady Ok (2024–2025), wrote the screenplay. The series is produced by HB Entertainment.
Casting
In September 2025, Newsen reported that Jin Se-yeon and Park Ki-woong would star the weekend drama. The next month, Yoo Ho-jeong joined the cast. In November, according to Sports Chosun, So Yi-hyun, known for her acting in the daily drama Red Shoes (2021), was cast. By December 2025, the casting of Jin and Park as the leads was officially confirmed. The drama marks their reunion 14 years since Bridal Mask (2012). The same month, Kim Seung-soo, Yoo, Kim Hyung-mook, So, Kim Mi-sook, Joo Jin-mo, Choi Dae-chul, Jo Mi-ryung, Kim Sun-bin, Yoon Seo-ah, and Jeong Ye-seo were confirmed to appear.
Music
The first OST singer lineup, which includes Park Ji-hyeon, Song Ga-in, Jeon Yu-jin, and Jung Seo-joo was unveiled on January 29, 2026. Producer Son Dong-woon was attached for producing the OST. In April 2026, the second lineup, which includes Jang Minho, Kim Hee-jae, Jeong Dong-won, and Hongja was unveiled.
Release
Recipe for Love is originally scheduled to premiere on KBS2 in February 2026, but was moved up to January 2026. In December 2025, a teaser poster was released, and the series confirmed its premiere on January 31, 2026, and will air every Saturday and Sunday at 20:00 (KST).