tvN’s flagship variety IP Fresh off the Sea is coming back for a third season. This time, the show centers on Yum Jung Ah, with Kim Sun-young, Kang You-seok, and Roh Yoon-seo joining to create a fresher, buzzworthy lineup.
Fresh off the Sea is a reality variety show where the cast visits coastal regions to discover peak-season ingredients firsthand, take on local jobs, and share meals that can only happen there. Since its 2024 debut, it has continued through Season 2 and a spin-off, earning steady love for its lived-in vibe and the cast’s genuine, family-like chemistry—translating into both ratings and viral buzz. The recently concluded Fresh off the Sea in Calape also proved its strength, ranking No. 1 in its time slot among the 20–49 demographic.
At the heart of the new season is, of course, Yum Jung Ah. As the all-capable “do-it-all” leader known as ‘Captain Yum,’ she has anchored the program, and in Season 3 she’s expected to steer the flow again with her signature go-big generosity and rock-solid leadership. Adding to the excitement, master of everyday acting Kim Sun-young joins as a new member. A self-professed fan of the show, she’s set to bring a different, down-to-earth charm that contrasts with the intense presence she’s known for in her works.
Kang You-seok and Roh Yoon-seo’s addition also draws attention. Building his profile through multiple recent projects, Kang is expected to energize the team with his friendly, cheeky charm among the “older sisters.” Roh Yoon-seo takes on her first fixed variety role this season, set to shine as the new maknae with her lovable image, candid personality, and capable work ethic.
Above all, the connections among the cast make Season 3 especially intriguing. Yum Jung Ah and Kim Sun-young, Kim Sun-young and Roh Yoon-seo, and Kang You-seok and Roh Yoon-seo each share ties through past projects. On top of these preexisting links, their newly forged “real family” chemistry is poised to be the key highlight this season. Viewers are also curious to see the realistic brother-sister dynamic between Kang You-seok and Roh Yoon-seo.
In the first stills released together with the news, the four already exude the ease of a long-time family, raising expectations. Producers also teased that this season will be even more varied and as boisterous as a holiday gathering.
After delivering both healing and laughter with its Bohol, Philippines spin-off, Fresh off the Sea now has fans wondering what season, what table, and what relationships it will serve up next. Season 3 of Fresh off the Sea is slated to premiere in the second half of this year.