Korean convenience stores redefine the standard for quick, affordable bites. With reasonable prices comes exceptional quality, bucking the usual trend of "you get what you pay for." Recently, Korean convenience store food trends have taken the internet by storm. So, if you're nearby or simply curious, here are seven must-try recipes from the heart of Korea's convenience store culture.

1. Banana Milk Coffee: Take one of those pouch coffees you see everywhere on social media and add some banana milk and you have an interesting cup of joe. The banana milk adds the perfect hint of sweetness and some creaminess to balance out the bitterness of the coffee. If you're a fan of unique coffee flavors, then this one is for you.

2. Strawberry Cheese Bingsu: Now that the weather is sweltering hot, it's the perfect time to chow down on some bingsu. But did you know you can actually make your own from the convenience store? Take the GS25's strawberry buffet bingsu and Kiri's cream cheese ice cream, and you'll have a wonderful dessert that'll cool you down from the heat.

3. Mark Meal: Of course, if you're going to have anything at the convenience store, you can't forget GOT7 Mark's most iconic dish. Take some instant tteokbokki, instant spaghetti, string cheese, and sausages. Give it a whirl in the microwave for a few minutes, and you'll have yourself one of the most viral recipes.

4. Cheesy Fire Noodle Kimbab: If you're a fan of the fire noodles, then level it up by grabbing a triangle kimbap, preferably the tuna mayo one, and some string cheese. Give it a mix, and you'll want a second serving of this for sure.

5. Mashed Potatoes: Craving for some creamy, pillowy soft mashed potatoes? Then try out this two-ingredient version. Take some Orion potato chips and hot water, which will help soften the chips. Then get ready to mix and mash, and you'll find that the chips will start to get a creamy and smooth texture.

6. Corn Cheese Kimchi Fried Rice: Kimchi fried rice is one of the most loved dishes, but if you're tired of eating the usual version, add some canned corn and shredded cheese, and you'll never want kimchi fried rice in any other way.

7. Banzz Set: Famous mukbanger Banzz amped up the typical slice of pizza with some smoked chicken, instant tteokbokki, and string cheese. A unique combination indeed. Who would have ever thought to combine tteokbokki and pizza? After all, they are two of the most loved foods worldwide!

What are some of your favorite recipes to recommend from local Korean convenience stores?