J-Hope has always been the sunshine of BTS, but in a recent episode of SBS’s Inkigayo spin-off, Maejomgayo, he also proved he’s basically the unofficial food historian of the group. And ARMYs? We’re eating it up.
On the July 11 episode, J-Hope casually dropped some elite-level inside info about the BTS members’ food preferences, and honestly, it was the kind of adorable chaos we expect from a group that can perform in front of millions and still argue over snacks backstage.
First, he exposed Jimin, V, and RM as having what he affectionately called “baby taste.” And before you get offended on their behalf, let’s be real—it’s true. These three are all about simple, classic Korean comfort foods like pork cutlets and kimchi fried rice. No matter where they are in the world, they just want something warm, familiar, and doused in nostalgia. It’s giving “emotional support meal,” and we fully support that.
Meanwhile, J-Hope revealed that he and Suga are the group’s culinary adventurers. Apparently, these two are all about trying new dishes whenever they’re abroad, bravely diving into local food scenes like two Michelin critics with rhythm. We always knew Yoongi had layers—and now we know one of them is probably marinated in something spicy and foreign.
As for Jin? According to Hobi, his taste is… unpredictable. Let’s call it “freestyle gourmet.” One day it’s beef, the next it’s seaweed chips, and no one—not even Jin himself—knows what’s coming next. Honestly, it tracks.
Fans immediately reacted with a tsunami of affection, praising Hobi’s attention to detail and how well he knows his members even after all these years. Some even pointed out how effortlessly he categorized them, drawing a clear line between the “baby taste” crew and the “will-eat-anything-once” squad. It’s the kind of observation that only comes from years of shared dinners, late-night takeout orders, and intense debates over which snack is best for long recording sessions.
The episode wasn’t just food talk, though. J-Hope also brought the laughs when IVE’s Leeseo and ZEROBASEONE’s Han Yu-jin addressed him with the ever-sensitive honorifics. When Yu-jin shyly asked if he should call him “hyung,” Hobi replied with peak older brother energy, saying he’d rather be “hyung” than “uncle.” Yes, Hobi—protect your youth at all costs.
His interactions were sweet, playful, and smooth, as always. J-Hope managed to be charming, hilarious, and insightful all in one breath—like only he can. This wasn’t just another idol guest spot. It was a reminder of who J-Hope really is: the glue of the group, the hype man, the deep observer, and the guy who probably remembers what every member ordered at every restaurant they’ve ever been to.
If this episode did anything, it reminded us of one simple truth: J-Hope doesn’t just know how to lead a stage—he knows how to lead with heart. Whether it’s dishing out food facts or dodging the dreaded “uncle” title with finesse, he continues to be the embodiment of warmth, wit, and golden hyung energy.
And now if you’ll excuse us, we’re suddenly craving pork cutlets.
