Love on the Menu (South Korean Television Series)

Love on the Menu (Hangul: 사랑이 온다; revised romanization: Sarangi Onda) is a South Korean television drama series directed by Hong Seok-Ku and written by Lee Kyoung-Hee. Broadcast on the KBS2 network, the series is scheduled for a 50-episode run, airing on Saturdays and Sundays at 19:55.

Production and Broadcast History

The series takes over KBS2's Saturday and Sunday 19:55 time slot, which was previously occupied by Recipe For Love. Principal production details include a scheduled release starting on July 25, 2026.

Plot Synopsis

Kim Mu-Jin, portrayed by Ha Seok-Jin, comes from a wealthy family with a privileged background. He becomes romantically drawn to Han Kyu-Rim, played by Ahn Hee-Yeon, who works multiple part-time jobs to support her family. Despite mutual feelings, Han Kyu-Rim distances herself due to harsh life circumstances. Although Kim Mu-Jin persists, he abruptly disappears without a trace, leaving Han Kyu-Rim behind. Eight years later, Kim Mu-Jin returns to South Korea after training as a chef in Italy, opens an Italian restaurant, and crosses paths with Han Kyu-Rim once again as she works at a side dish store.

Cast and Characters

The main cast features established actors in leading and supporting roles across various character groups.

Main Leads

• Ahn Hee-Yeon as Han Kyu-Rim
• Ha Seok-Jin as Kim Mu-Jin

Han Kyu-Rim's Family

Han Kyu-Rim's family network includes several relatives portrayed by supporting cast members.

• Ryu Seung-Soo as Han Seok-Joong
• Park Yoo-Na as Han Kyu-Young
• Bae Youn-Kyu as Han Kyu-O
• Kim Min-Seo as Han Kyu-Min
• Park Soo-Oh as Han Kyu-Seo

Han Kyu-Rim's Group

• Bae Jeong-Nam as Jo Heung-Sik
• Kang Ae-Shim as Park Soo-Nam
• Jung Bo-Min as Kwon Hee-Na

Kim Mu-Jin's Group

• Jin Kyung as Hong Ok-Seon
• Mi-Ram as Kim Yoon-Jin
• Min Jin-Woong as Park Jeong-Woo

Jang Seo-Hyun and Her Family

• Lee Ju-Yeon as Jang Seo-Hyun
• Yun Yoo-Sun as Go Yun-Hee
• Kwon Hae-Hyo as Jang Hun-Tae

Television Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen ratings, the series premiered on July 25, 2026, recording a nationwide viewership rating of 11.7% for its first episode. Ratings peaked during the early broadcast block, reaching 15.1% nationwide by the sixth episode on August 9, 2026.