BTS star J-Hope embraced local flavors during his Manila stop for the “J-Hope On The Stage” concert last weekend. Fans cheered as the artist enjoyed a full Filipino feast during a relaxed Weverse live broadcast.
The J-Hope Filipino food experience began with dishes like crispy pata, sinigang na baboy sa sampaloc, crispy sisig, and garlic rice. As he ate, he kept the vibe casual and relatable, chatting with viewers. To complete the meal, he enjoyed the iconic dessert halo-halo.
He beamed and said, “This is my favorite dessert! Halo-halo!” Fans instantly shared the moment online.
Later, fans identified the meal as coming from Manam, a popular restaurant in the Philippines known for its blend of traditional and modern Filipino dishes.
The J-Hope Filipino food experience quickly went viral. Social media buzzed with posts from excited fans who now associate their favorite dishes with the BTS rapper.
One fan posted, “I loved Manam when I lived in Ortigas. Now I’ll remember J-Hope every time I eat there.”
Another joked, “Trying the J-Hope package at Manam tomorrow. Skipping Holy Week—he ordered all pork anyway!”
A third fan wrote, “Craving the Manam J-Hope package! Too bad it’s Holy Week!”
Manam responded with gratitude. The restaurant reposted J-Hope’s video and left a sweet message on Instagram Stories. They wrote, “Gamsahamnida J-Hope! Please rest and enjoy more Filipino fare. Mahal ka namin. Saranghae!”
Beyond Manam, J-Hope also enjoyed a Filipino fast-food favorite—Jollibee. He shared this moment during his farewell concert segment, delighting his Filo ARMY.
This J-Hope Filipino food experience marked his return to the Philippines after eight years, with his last visit during BTS’ 2017 Wings Tour.
