Which Korean Food Did You End Up Buying After Seeing It in a K-Drama?
Have you ever paused a K-Drama, rewound a scene, and zoomed in on what the characters were eating? You’re not alone. K-Dramas have a way of making everything look magical—especially food.
From steamy street snacks to crispy fried delights, K-Dramas have introduced millions around the world to Korean food. And if you’re living in Canada, chances are you’ve either Googled “spicy rice cake from K-Drama” or stood in line at a Korean eatery after binge-watching your favourite show.
Let’s take a closer look at the top 3 Korean foods viewers couldn’t resist trying after seeing them in a drama.
1. Tteokbokki (Spicy Rice Cakes)
Red, spicy, and endlessly comforting. Tteokbokki is the ultimate street food seen in countless dramas like Reply 1988, Vincenzo, and My ID is Gangnam Beauty. Whether it's shared among friends at a street stall or eaten alone during an emotional moment, this chewy, fiery dish has a way of tugging at both your taste buds and your heartstrings.
In Canada, more and more foodies are searching for authentic tteokbokki to relive that nostalgic K-Drama feeling—and yes, it's just as satisfying in real life.
2. Korean-Style Corndog
Remember the scene in Start-Up when the characters bite into a golden corndog with gooey cheese and a satisfying crunch? That wasn’t just a snack—it was a moment.
Korean corndogs have gone viral not just in Seoul, but all across the world. Topped with sugar, ketchup, or mustard (or all three!), these fun, Instagram-worthy bites are perfect for first dates, bestie outings, or just treating yourself. In Canada, they’re becoming a must-try street food, especially for fans of dramas like Extraordinary Attorney Woo.
3. Korean Fried Chicken
No K-Drama food list would be complete without Korean fried chicken. Seen in legendary shows like Crash Landing on You and My Love from the Star, this crispy, juicy, double-fried delight is usually paired with cold beer, good company, and unforgettable drama moments.
Unlike regular fried chicken, K-style chicken is all about bold flavours—sweet garlic soy, fiery spicy sauce, or classic crunch. If you’ve ever wanted to recreate that “chimaek” (chicken + beer) moment, now’s the time.
✨Bring K-Drama Bites to Life – Right Here in Calgary
You don’t need a plane ticket to Seoul to taste the magic.
Whether you’re craving the spicy comfort of Tteokbokki, the cheesy crunch of a Korean Corn Dog, or the golden crisp of K-style Fried Chicken, you’ll find it all at HANKKi—right here in Calgary.
📍 Authentic Korean flavours, made fresh with love.
💡 Perfect for K-Drama nights, date nights, or any night!
So… Which One Stole Your Heart First? Tteokbokki’s spice? Corn Dog’s crunch? Chicken’s crispiness? You can find them right here in Calgary at HANKKi.
Grab your favourite K-Drama food today and taste the story behind every bite.
Share your favorite K-Drama-inspired food in the comments!
(And yes, we absolutely support watching entire series just to drool ovse the food scenes)
