RIIZE is famous among fans as a group of foodies! From their custom Haidilao sauce recipes to Wonbin's legendary Kimchi Fried Rice ('Bbin-bok-bap') and Sungchan's viral '500-million-won' yogurt ice cream combo, their food picks are essential knowledge for any K-pop fan. So, what K-snacks do these taste experts love? We’ve rounded up a collection of RIIZE PICKS—snacks that are definitely worth trying on your trip to Korea.
SHOTARO
1️⃣ Dried Sweet Potatoes 🍠
Shotaro loves sweets so much that he even has his own YouTube channel, Shotaro’s Dessert! His top pick for a K-Winter snack? Dried Sweet Potatoes! He featured this in a Japanese magazine video, recommending it as a "must-try item" when visiting Korea. One bite of these chewy, sweet dried potatoes is guaranteed to boost your mood! ✨ 🍪 Tip: You can easily find them at franchise cafes like Starbucks, Olive Young, and convenience stores!
EUNSEOK
2️⃣ Mandu (Dumplings) 🥟
Every BRIIZE knows that Eunseok is a massive mandu lover! 🥟 He looks for dumplings wherever he goes, and this is the specific product he recommends: Gogi Poja Mandu. It comes with six bite-sized pieces. If you spot this at a convenience store, grab it immediately! It’s super affordable (less than $2). Just microwave it for 2–3 minutes, and you’re ready for your own 'Convenience Store Mukbang.' 😋 🍪 Tear the package, add a spoonful of water inside, and then microwave. This steams the dumplings, making them moist and soft just like they were freshly cooked!
SUNGCHAN
3️⃣ Bungeoppang (Fish Shaped Bread)
Do you remember the scene in the Love 119 MV where the members were eating Bungeoppang? The ultimate foodie, Sungchan, described Love 119 as "the perfect song to listen to while eating Bungeoppang." 🎧 So, which team is he on: Red Bean or Custard? Sungchan prefers the classic Red Bean filling! 🫘 If you're visiting Korea this winter, keep an eye out for street-side Bungeoppang trucks. 🍪 We're introducing Sungchan’s another secret snack, Yo-A-Jeong, and his secret combo, also known as the '500 Million Won' recipe. It earned this nickname from a meme joking that piling on so many toppings costs a fortune. Toppings: Gold Mango, Honeycomb, Choco Shell, Shine Muscat, Banana, and Strawberry Pop Pop.
WONBIN
4️⃣ Gcova Charcoal Chicken🍗
Wonbin loves Gcova Charcoal Chicken so much, rumor has it he’s spent 50 million won on it! 💸 His obsession is so famous that fans even nicknamed him 'Bbincoba' (Wonbin + Gcova), and he’s been known to eat it two days in a row. What is Gcova? Unlike typical fried chicken, Gcova is charcoal-grilled and coated in a signature sweet and spicy glaze. Wonbin’s go-to style is 'Chibap'—mixing the saucy chicken with a bowl of warm white rice. Why not try Gcova yourself and discover your own perfect combo? 🍪 Eat like a local! Koreans love to make wraps using lettuce, perilla leaves, and pickled radish slices. Add a dab of mayonnaise to the wrap—it adds creaminess and helps cool down the spicy heat!
SOHEE
5️⃣ Gongcha Jeju Green Milk Tea🧋
Sohee is known as the 'Green Tea Expert' who spread the savory appeal of green tea to his teammates. He was even spotted by fans sipping on Jeju Green Milk Tea at the Korean tea brand 'Gong Cha'✨. You can taste the exact flavor Sohee loves by ordering the Jeju Green Milk Tea with 50% sugar and no pearls. 🍪 You should also try 'Kkiajung' (a mix of 'Nokcha Maru' ice cream and 'Mitz' cookies)! BRIIZE created this special green tea ice cream combo for Sohee.
ANTON
6️⃣ Sweet corn ice cream 🌽
The K-Ice Cream that captured American-born Anton’s heart? It’s 'Chal-oksu-su' (Glutinous Corn Ice Cream)! 🌽 When visiting a broadcasting station commissary, Anton picked this as his absolute favorite ice cream. It features a corn-shaped wafer shell filled with sweet corn-flavored ice cream. The best part? It has real corn kernels inside, adding a fun, chewy texture! 😋 It stays true to the concept, making you feel like you're eating real frozen corn. It might look unfamiliar, but it’s a unique experience you have to try. You can find it at any convenience store. 🍪 This ice cream has a long history in Korea. It’s a treat that brings back childhood memories!
☕️ RIIZE X MGC
Need a coffee break during your K-snack tour? Why not stop by MEGA MGC COFFEE, where RIIZE is the brand ambassador? ☕️ They frequently release special seasonal collaboration merch, photo cards, and cup sleeves, so keep your eyes peeled!
