The Trot Star Turns Comfort Food Storyteller
Known for her soulful voice and moving performances, trot singer Son Bina surprised fans this week with an unexpected twist: a mukbang (Korean-style eating show) on her YouTube channel. But don’t expect loud slurping or over-the-top reactions. This was more like a cozy dinner with your wise older cousin who also happens to sing ballads that break your heart.
A Late-Night Dive into Hangover Healing
After a night out with fellow Top Seven members, Son Bina made her way to Jangdankong Tofu Village in Paju—well after 8 p.m.—on a mission: hangover recovery. “It’s kind of late for haejang (hangover food),” she laughed, before ordering a comforting bowl of seafood tofu hot pot. She wanted something gentle and soothing, and tofu hit the mark.
Just Tofu, Please—and a Side of Wonder
When the bubbling hot pot arrived, she didn’t rush into the broth. First, she picked up a silky slice of tofu—plain. “Even by itself, this is so good,” she remarked, letting the subtle flavors speak for themselves. Then came the surprise: packed crab meat. “It’s the real deal seafood hot pot,” she exclaimed, visibly impressed.
Grandma’s Food Wisdom Hits Home
The meal took a sentimental turn as Son Bina recalled her grandmother’s words: “Bibimbap tastes best when it’s full of toppings.” The ‘toppings’ here are the assorted vegetables that make every bite hearty and satisfying. She even dropped a funny truth bomb: “When bean sprouts get too tangled, they’re impossible to mix!”
Hangover Philosophy 101
What’s her cure-all? No strict rules. “I just eat whatever I feel like,” she said, revealing a refreshingly relaxed take on post-drinking recovery. Her one golden rule: pair soju with solid snacks. “Old folks weren’t wrong—good anju (side dishes) really do help prevent that next-day doom.”
Seafood That Steals the Show
She stressed one main point for the perfect tang (Korean soup): lots and lots of seafood. “There’s no such thing as too much crab or clams,” she said. With the broth hitting the spot, she joked, “I could drink four liters of this!” and described the experience as “expanding her taste buds.”
More Than Food—It’s a Whole Vibe
This wasn’t your average mukbang. Between spoonfuls of soup, Son Bina dished out bite-sized lessons about life and food, making the episode not only comforting but quietly profound. From grandma’s kitchen wisdom to grounded drinking advice, Son Bina showed that healing can come in the form of warm broth and honest storytelling.
Fan Support Stays Strong
Meanwhile, Son Bina is currently holding second place in the September Netizen Awards for Best Male Singer (yes, it’s open to all genders on that ranking). Fans are flooding the votes and watching closely to see how she’ll finish out the month.
