tteokbokki charm

• Comes with one charm per order
• Handmade with polymer clay and uv resin

[Piece #3 of the Longing Roots Collection - 그리운 뿌리]

Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) - a popular Korean street food that is associated with childhood memories for many Koreans. My mom would tell me stories of how she often enjoyed cup tteokbokki (rice cakes served in a small cup) at the bunsik(분식) snack bar after school. It was one of her go-to comfort foods growing up in Korea because it was inexpensive and conveniently located near her school.

Growing up as a Korean-American, I didn’t have access to bunsik snack bars, but I still have fond memories of eating my mom’s homemade tteokbokki. We still love tteokbokki, and every time I visit her in Korea, we bond over a bowl together. Tteokbokki is more than just a dish to us; it’s a way to connect our pasts and create new memories together.

About the Longing Roots Collection (그리운 뿌리):

Tiny, playful tributes to my Korean-American upbringing, each creation is an exploration of the moments that shaped my world.

PLEASE NOTE: Colors in picture may appear different in person. Each piece is handmade so there may be slight imperfections and flaws. Due to the handmade nature, every piece is unique in it's own way and may not be exactly the same as the one in the picture. Small parts are prone to breaking if you hit/drop it against something. Each piece has been glazed with UV resin for extra protection, but please note that pieces are still prone to breaking.