'Space Rice Cake Shop' Karina joins as a new member; first store opens in Seoul with over 3,000 reservations surpassed

In episode 7 of the tvN variety show ’Universe Rice Cake Shop,’ Eunji Lee, Mimi, Youngji Lee, and Yujin Ahn started their first day of business at the Seoul store, joined by new part-timer aespa Karina. The broadcast showed the members adapting to the new environment with a busier kitchen due to an expanded menu and more tables. The members expressed surprise at having over 3,000 people on the online reservation waiting list. During the operation, there was confusion caused by a mistake with the table number tags, but Yujin Ahn calmly resolved the situation. Youngji Lee showed the traits of a novice chef whose emotions changed based on customer feedback. During break time, Eunji Lee and Youngji Lee performed a skit to lighten the mood. When Youngji said, ″My love, Jeonghye Lee,″ Eunji replied, ″I’m Sunwoo Jeonghye. Who’s Jeonghye Lee?″ which made everyone laugh. Also, Yujin Ahn and Youngji Lee acted out a skit about training the youngest member and maintaining discipline. When Eunji provocatively said, ″I’ll do the next season of ’Ppyong Ppyong Earth Arcade,’″ Yujin responded, ″That’s my last pride.″ Especially during the evening shift, Karina, the part-timer promised by headquarters, appeared. The members welcomed Karina’s arrival and expressed anticipation for the new combination. Yujin Ahn asserted discipline, saying, ″I’m the cutie of this kitchen. Answer me,″ to which Karina replied, ″I’m too scared to do this.″ Then Yujin said, ″Part-timer. Do it quickly. Do it within 5 seconds,″ and Karina responded, ″If you need anything, please say it now.″ The members showed their delight at the new chemistry with Karina. ’Universe Rice Cake Shop’ airs every Friday night at 8:35 PM.