Korean YouTuber treated poorly at Island Oyster restaurant place makes the news (Poll)

Quite sad, bad man at this seafood shop. Customers trying promote his business, but he does not care, need better job police this kind of place
https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/6144207

So whose side do you choose

  • Blogers
  • Mr. Oyster Shop
  • Both could be right
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How old is he 78?

I sense a pattern..

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What did he actually say and do? The article has no real information.

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I mean, he’s not wrong. That’s pretty much how influencers, and travel vloggers in particular, operate. They seek out exotic locations or experiences and try to manufacture memorable moments for the cameras. Maybe the ladies were being disruptive toward the staff or other customers without fully realizing it.

I feel like there’s more to this story. :thinking:

I lived in Korea for 6 years. There’s some lovely people there, but on average the people there were a lot ruder than in Taiwan. I definitely had many more negative experiences in that regard. There’s much more snobbery, entitlement, and xenophobia. So I think this Korean influencer will get over it… hopefully the experience reminded her of home!

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I just watched the video and I don’t really see what all the fuss is about, he wasn’t super polite but they appear to have arrived late at night, and with the absence of any other customers, perhaps after closing. The old guy was just being an old grumpy guy, the lady working in the restaurant was super polite to them. I guess they got the views they were looking for anyway.

This, to me, is the most important part of the story!

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“Discovered”.

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From the Chinese article:

She described going to “Ah Jia Oyster” for dinner that night. Although she did not make a reservation, she hoped to experience it on site because someone recommended it. Unexpectedly, the store owner was cold and even said sarcastically, “Who would care about you so late?”, “You are not sincere enough,” “Do you have any brains?” “You have to give me back the money you make.” The two endured for half an hour and finally ordered the food, but because they asked to adjust the portion, the boss lost control of his temper and confiscated the food on the spot.

Afterwards, the two of them still forced a smile in the video, trying to defend the store, saying “Maybe they were drunk” and “It was really delicious.” But after the meal, they were retorted “Thank you, it’s so insincere,” which made her feel surprised and wronged. She posted on Instagram and questioned “Is this also a cultural difference?”

Boss’s side:

In the face of controversy, the owner of “Ah Jia Oyster” admitted that he did lose control of his emotions that night, and said that he was ready to close the stall at that time. He was willing to receive the other party only because he saw that the other party had come by car specially. However, the two did not make an appointment and did not specify that they wanted to live broadcast, which made him feel disrespected.

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Not saying they weren’t disrespected, but I wonder if these ladies have run a business or worked a job such as this where you have to slave over a hot stove for pennies. Taiwan can be so contemptuous of the people actually doing the real work sometimes.

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So dumb. Just slip him some extra cash. Win win.
Except the drama part can be where the real money is made I imagine.
Also the Taiwan rule seems to be call first.

Maybe yes. It interesting she has smile on whole video, face smile changes very little

The boss is weird. If he wanted to close just say 不好意我們休息了like every other restaurant in the country that closes before their advertised hours.

As for the woman..dull as dishwater.

So perfect material for being an influencer

And korean.(being korean is also perfect for being an influencer in Taiwan)

Why does content like this have an audience? Like this one is mildly entertaining because of the grumpy old man.

But otherwise it just be too self-absorbed air heads eating food at a roadside restaurant. What exactly is the appeal?

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And they’re not even particularly hot.

“discovered” hong pao have not been paid

Well the korean one at least isn’t. Fake face, fake tits. Minus personality.

For some reason these 3 things are a requirement for female hosts etc here in Taiwan. Taiwan has so many natural beauties but watch tv and all you see is fake tits, nose, eye lids (weirdest one for me). Its a weird quirk.

Anyone keen on a Gofundme for this guy to open a new restaurant. I like his intolerance of vloggers.

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He is looking for an argument I understand the entire conversation. He might be trying to be funny but it comes across badly. He sounds drunk.At one point he says “Do you have a brain.?” A total bully. He even asks them are you North Korean , and what are you beautiful ladies doing here at night. All of it not in a nice way. He’s being a jerk. If it’s too late just say you are closed.
Age is no excuse.

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A valid question but a bit of a moot one given who he’s asking.

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Isnt it basic common sense/knowledge to not only ask permission to film, but also get everything in writing for legal reasons?

Otherwise, they can be sued. No?