Although these two kdramas are completely different in both plot and time period, I would recommend this if you are looking for a drama with a male lead similar to Yong/Tak Goo. I found that the male leads are somewhat alike in terms of both their personalities and goals; they are both looking to get revenge for the murder (/kidnapping) of one of their parents and go down difficult paths in hopes of achieving it. They also share a more light-hearted/humorous side to them. However, while Iljimae grows more serious as the series progresses, in King of Baking, Kim Tak Goo the male lead loses some of his resolve around half way through the drama and starts to focus more on his baking .