Dalgona Ppopgi (Honeycomb Candy) - Introduction
Dalgona Ppopgi is a nostalgic snack and game that has been popular on Korean streets since the 1960s. Sugar is melted, baking soda added to puff it up, then flattened into a circle with various shape molds like stars, hearts, or umbrellas pressed in. Participants must use a needle or toothpick to extract the shape without breaking the candy. Success earned another dalgona or a prize; failure meant eating it anyway. In Squid Game, it appeared as the second game where participants extracted umbrella shapes, creating huge buzz. The protagonist's scene of licking the dalgona to extract it was parodied worldwide. After the drama, dalgona became a global trend with DIY kits sold overseas and countless dalgona challenge videos on YouTube. In Seoul's Insadong and Bukchon tourist areas, dalgona experiences became popular tourist attractions. Combining sweet taste with tense challenge, dalgona played a major role in spreading Korean cultural charm worldwide.
Basic Information
- Origin: 한국 (1960년대~)
- Players: 1명
- Equipment: 설탕, 베이킹소다, 국자, 틀
How to Play & Features
Dalgona Ppopgi is a nostalgic snack and game that has been popular on Korean streets since the 1960s. Sugar is melted, baking soda added to puff it up, then flattened into a circle with various shape molds like stars, hearts, or umbrellas pressed in. Participants must use a needle or toothpick to extract the shape without breaking the candy. Success earned another dalgona or a prize; failure meant eating it anyway. In Squid Game, it appeared as the second game where participants extracted umbrella shapes, creating huge buzz. The protagonist's scene of licking the dalgona to extract it was parodied worldwide. After the drama, dalgona became a global trend with DIY kits sold overseas and countless dalgona challenge videos on YouTube. In Seoul's Insadong and Bukchon tourist areas, dalgona experiences became popular tourist attractions. Combining sweet taste with tense challenge, dalgona played a major role in spreading Korean cultural charm worldwide.
Cultural Value
This game is a representative Korean folk game that became known worldwide through the Netflix drama 'Squid Game.' It revives childhood memories while showcasing the unique charm of Korean culture. Currently available for hands-on experience at folk villages, museums, and cultural centers in Seoul, it's a popular program for foreign tourists as well.