Heebab’s Solo Days Might Be Over—Thanks to Grilled Ribs and a Chance Encounter
[CBC News] Popular mukbang YouTuber Heebab is stirring up excitement in Season 2 of E-channel YouTube show ‘Saturday’s On Me’, part of the ‘Ebapsekki’ (E밥세끼) series. On the latest episode, set to premiere on April 5, she meets two younger men from Daegu during a food pilgrimage in Busan—sparking hints of a love triangle and maybe even an end to her 2.5-year solo streak.
Grilled Ribs and Unexpected Chemistry
Heebab headed to Busan’s Gwangalli beach for a dish of the city’s famous premium short ribs known as ‘udae galbi’. There, she spontaneously invited two 25-year-old men visiting from Daegu to join her for a meal. When she found out they were five years younger, she playfully said, “You can call me noona,” a Korean term women use when addressed by younger males.
The friendly banter continued as one of the young men complimented her like a celebrity. Heebab fired back with her characteristic humor, saying, “You’re handsome. I seduced him into coming along.”
Romance on the Menu?
This lighthearted encounter unexpectedly turned introspective for Heebab, who revealed, “I really don’t want to be single anymore. Hitting 30 made me finally want to start dating.” Interestingly, both young men had also recently broken up and were single.
She also praised the allure of their Gyeongsang Province accents, adding another layer of charm to their interaction.
How Much Does a Meal with Heebab Cost?
The young men, well aware of Heebab’s reputation as the ‘Queen of Mukbang’, confessed they were mentally prepared for a bill as high as 600,000 KRW (about $440). They even joked about considering an emergency loan! The show’s unique twist? A “lucky cashback roulette” that offers a chance to win back the meal’s cost if you’re the one buying.
This episode is expected to entertain fans not only with Heebab’s insatiable appetite, but also with possible sparks of romance and the ever-present surprise ending.
‘Saturday’s On Me’ Drops April 5—Don’t Miss It
‘Saturday’s On Me’ Season 2 will be released at 5 PM KST on April 5 on E-channel’s official YouTube channel. With Heebab’s natural charisma and the unpredictable charm of her two new meal companions, viewers can look forward to another dose of laughter, food, and perhaps love.
Heebab Rises in April Netizen Awards
Meanwhile, Heebab currently ranks 6th in the April edition of the Netizen Awards Celeb Category, with 13 votes as of April 3 at 6:15 PM. Fans are eagerly watching to see if her recent spotlight will propel her to a higher position by month’s end.
Top 10 Netizen Awards Celeb Rankings (as of April 3)
- 1st: Giant PengTV (396 votes, 46.4%)
- 2nd: Pani Bottel (256 votes, 30.0%)
- 3rd: Dex 101 (148 votes, 17.3%)
- 4th: Kwak Tube (15 votes, 1.8%)
- 5th: Choo Sung-hoon (14 votes, 1.6%)
- 6th: Heebab (13 votes, 1.5%)
- 7th: Tzuyang (7 votes, 0.8%)
- 8th: Soonja Mom (2 votes, 0.2%)
- 9th: Wonzhi’s Day (2 votes, 0.2%)
- 10th: Gamst (1 vote, 0.1%)
Can Heebab climb the ranks while also stirring hearts on her show? Only time—and possibly more grilled ribs—will tell.
