A fan photographed Lisa with her boyfriend at a Hawaii restaurant, but public interest focused on the food prices, not their relationship. Comments on social media highlighted the shock over the $20 burrito and $18 avocado toast. Korean netizens expressed surprise at U.S. food prices, with Lisa’s photo sparking discussions on tipping culture and the rising exchange rate.
The Hawaii Outing of Lisa: Food Prices Overshadow the Romance
A fan took a photo of BLACKPINK’s Lisa with her boyfriend at a restaurant in Hawaii and then shared it on X. Lisa’s boyfriend, Frédéric Arnault, serves as the CEO of luxury watch brand TAG Heuer and is the son of Bernard Arnault, the LVMH chairman. The couple first appeared together in Paris early last year and have been spotted together multiple times since. Lisa has remained silent on the dating rumors, neither confirming nor denying them. However, people focused their attention elsewhere, showing little interest in Lisa and her boyfriend.
Public Reaction: Lisa’s Photo Sparks Focus on Food Prices
Comments on X focused only on the restaurant’s food prices. Some people reacted with shock to a $20 burrito, while others expressed surprise at an $18 avocado toast. Many found the high food prices in the U.S. confusing. The public’s reaction revealed little interest in Lisa’s meeting with her boyfriend.
Theqoo’s Response: Lisa and Food Prices Stir Mixed Reactions
When the tweet was shared on the Korean community theqoo, various reactions emerged. Many questioned how delicious the food must be to justify such prices. Others argued that Hawaii’s status as a tourist destination naturally results in high food prices. Some found the couple’s choice of such an ordinary meal surprisingly modest, considering Arnault’s wealth. A few expressed surprise at someone from the Arnault family eating “commoner” food, joking that they expected him to avoid such foods, even for a K-pop girlfriend.
Tipping Culture: The Outing of Lisa Highlights U.S. Food Prices
Food prices on the menu are not the final cost. A 10.25% tax and a 10-20% tip are added. Korean netizens found these prices unfamiliar and considered them quite high. They were particularly interested in how much Arnault would tip. This focus on tipping revealed Korean netizens’ growing interest in U.S. food prices.
Shocking Food Prices: Lisa’s Photo Reveals U.S. Living Costs
theqoo members living in the U.S. noted that food prices like those on the menu are typical across America. They pointed out that Hawaii isn’t the only place with high food prices; even in the U.S. Midwest, prices are just slightly lower. Lisa’s restaurant did not seem upscale based on its interior. The exchange rate issue also played a role. Even if U.S. food prices remained stable, the rising Korean won made them appear more expensive.
Concluding Thoughts: Interest in U.S. Living Costs
Many Koreans seemed shocked by U.S. food prices. The fact that a simple burrito costs $20 in an ordinary American restaurant surprised them. With the rising exchange rate, the price in Korean won becomes even higher. Lisa’s photo allowed Koreans to experience a glimpse of U.S. living standards.
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The war in Ukraine is the main cause. Ukraine was the breadbasket for the 3rd world. The Russian blockade of the Odessa seaport iirc is the main way that Ukrainian grain is shipped around the world.