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If you loved Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, there are plenty of K-dramas that will scratch that same itch. The show about a modern French cuisine chef thrown into the Joseon era has captured hearts with its mix of humor, sweetness, and light romance, and it’s become tvN’s highest-rated drama of the year in just three weeks. Here are some other shows that can keep you in the same mood while waiting for the next episode.
Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo is a classic for anyone who loves the “modern person in the past” concept. It follows a modern-day woman who finds herself in a ruthless king’s world, much like Yeon Ji Young in Bon Appétit, Your Majesty. The cast is a star-studded lineup including Lee Joon Gi, Kang Ha Neul, EXO’s Byun Baekhyun, Nam Joo Hyuk, Hong Jong Hyun, Jisoo, and Girls’ Generation’s Seohyun. Interestingly, Kang Han Na, who appears in Bon Appétit, Your Majesty, was also part of this series. There are 20 episodes, and you can watch it on Viki or Apple TV+.
Mr. Queen flips the script by having a modern male chef’s soul end up in the body of a queen in Joseon. It’s funny, chaotic, and filled with cooking moments that fans of food-themed K-dramas will love. Shin Hye Sun and Kim Jung Hyun lead the cast, which also includes Bae Jong Ok, Kim Tae Woo, Seol In Ah, and Na In Woo. The series has 20 episodes and is available on Netflix, Viki, and Amazon Prime Video.
King the Land shows YoonA in another strong rom-com role. This time she’s in a modern setting, starring alongside Lee Junho. Their chemistry is electric, and the story revolves around the romance between a hotel CEO and a staff member. It has 16 episodes and streams on Netflix.
Wok of Love is a food-centered drama where a small, struggling restaurant comes up against a giant six-star hotel. Lee Junho stars again, this time with Jang Hyuk and Jung Ryeo Won. Expect lots of food, drama, and heartwarming moments across 38 episodes. It’s available on Viki.
Finally, Heo’s Diner flips the time-slip concept by sending a character 400 years into the future. Heo Gyun becomes a food columnist and starts a new restaurant with the help of those around him, including Bong Eun Sil’s mother. The series stars Xiumin (Kim Min Seok), Chu So Jung, Lee Sae On, and Lee Soo Min. It’s a short and sweet 10-episode drama that’s perfect for a weekend binge.
All of these shows carry the charm of Bon Appétit, Your Majesty in their own ways, whether through time travel, food, romance, or a combination of all three.