Welcome to the K-drama treasure hunt, where we all go looking for K-drama treasure in the form of tiny drama details that we know and love. Sometimes these details take the shape of well-worn tropes (oppa Band-Aiding) or storytelling devices (Top Secret Deadly Allergy), but other times it’s just details we know we’ve seen in other dramas, but need help putting all the clues together.
Each week we’ll put you on the hunt for a piece of K-drama treasure, and you can report your findings in the comments.
There’s no umpire in this game, so if you find the detail we’re looking for, drop the drama title (or even better, drama title + episode number) in the comments, and we’ll all take your word for it. Or, we’ll go binge watch just to see it play out.
And remember, we’re here to map our way to the treasures not to the plot twists! We know how exciting it can be to have all the hard-earned details stashed in your head, but let’s try to keep the spoilers out of the comments.
This week’s treasure:
Kimchi making
Your mission:
The Treasure Hunt is back in full force this week and we’re looking for any and all scenes where characters are making kimchi. Maybe they’re crouched over giant tubs in the countryside or courtyard, or maybe it’s a small-scale effort like the ladies in their living room in Dreaming of a Freaking Fairy Tale. Either way, just remember: making kimchi counts — eating it, packing banchan, or slapping someone across the face with it does not.
Reference dr
Dreaming of a Freaking Fairy Tale (Episode 9)