Bonjour Bakery
2026 South Korean reality show
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Bonjour Bakery (Korean: 봉주르빵집) is a South Korean reality television show starring Kim Hee-ae, Cha Seung-won, Kim Seon-ho, and Lee Ki-taek. It set to be premiered on Coupang Play on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 16:00 (KST).
| Bonjour Bakery | |
|---|---|
Promotional poster | |
| Hangul | 봉주르빵집 |
| RR | Bongjureu ppangjip |
| MR | Pongjurŭ ppangchip |
| Genre | |
| Written by | Kim Ran-ju |
| Directed by | Park Geun-hyung |
| Starring | |
| Country of origin | South Korea |
| Original language | Korean |
| Production | |
| Production company | Studio Yeoreumnal |
| Original release | |
| Network | Coupang Play |
| Release | May 8, 2026 |
Premise
Bonjour Bakery is a baking variety show featuring the "Bakery Family 4," a team of four actors who operate South Korea's first senior-oriented dessert café. The café follows the "Yes Senior Zone" concept, where entry is exclusively reserved for individuals aged 65 or older and their companions. Located in a tranquil rural village, the shop specializes in French desserts reimagined with Korean influences.
Cast
Main
- Kim Hee-ae as Cafe General Manager, Hall Team.[1]
- Cha Seung-won as Head Patisserie, Chef Team.[1]
- Kim Seon-ho as Barista, Hall Team.[1]
- Lee Ki-taek as Assistant Patisserie, Chef Team.[1]
Guest
Production
Development
Coupang Play announced the variety show for the first time on February 13, 2026, as part of its annual content lineup.[5] The program is produced by Studio Yeoreumnal with creative team includes director Park Geun-hyung and screenwriter Kim Ran-ju.[6] The show's "Yes Senior Zone" format was designed to foster warm interactions and provide a fresh perspective on the variety genre.[7]
Casting
Kim Hee-ae and Cha Seung-won were mentioned as cast members during the Coupang Play annual content lineup announcement on February 13, 2026.[5] On March 4, 2026, reports emerged that Kim Seon-ho and Lee Ki-taek would also join the production.[8][9] Coupang Play finalized this lineup on April 2, confirming all four actors for the show.[10]
Filming
Principal photography took place in April 2026 in Gochang County.[11] During an interview, Lee Ki-taek noted that the cast filmed for approximately two weeks while sharing group accommodations.[12]