Bubble Tea Day
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Overview
Bubble Tea Day, celebrated on April 30th, honors the popular Taiwanese beverage known for its diverse tea bases, fruit or milk flavorings, and signature chewy tapioca pearls (boba). This unofficial holiday encourages enthusiasts worldwide to enjoy and appreciate the cultural impact and versatility of bubble tea, which has evolved from a local Taiwanese street drink into a global phenomenon.
Observed each year on April 30, Bubble Tea Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.
Origin and story
Bubble tea originated in Taiwan in the 1980s, with two prominent tea houses, Chun Shui Tang and Hanlin Tea Room, often credited with its invention.
The 'bubbles' in bubble tea are traditionally chewy tapioca pearls, made from cassava root, which are often sweetened with brown sugar syrup.
Quick facts
- DateApril 30
- TypeFood / Dessert
- Great forFoodies, Chocolate lovers, Home bakers
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Ways to celebrate
- Try a playful twist: cover non-traditional foods in chocolate or sauces inspired by Bubble Tea Day.
- Bubble Tea Day lands on April 30 — host a quick nod with Foodies, Chocolate lovers and snap a photo.
- Plan a 10-minute activity that fits the food / dessert vibe and make it a mini tradition.
- Host a tasting plate with sweet and savory pairings.
- Share one fast fact about Bubble Tea Day: Bubble tea originated in Taiwan in the 1980s, with two prominent tea houses, Chun Shui Tang and Hanlin Tea Room, often credited with its invention.
Fun facts
- Bubble tea originated in Taiwan in the 1980s, with two prominent tea houses, Chun Shui Tang and Hanlin Tea Room, often credited with its invention.
- The 'bubbles' in bubble tea are traditionally chewy tapioca pearls, made from cassava root, which are often sweetened with brown sugar syrup.
- While 'bubble tea' refers to the foamy appearance created by shaking the tea, 'boba' specifically refers to the large tapioca pearls, though the terms are often used interchangeably globally.
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FAQ
- When is Bubble Tea Day?
- It is observed on April 30 each year.
- What is Bubble Tea Day?
- Bubble Tea Day, celebrated on April 30th, honors the popular Taiwanese beverage known for its diverse tea bases, fruit or milk flavorings, and signature chewy tapioca pearls (boba). This unofficial holiday encourages enthusiasts worldwide to enjoy and appreciate the cultural impact and versatility of bubble tea, which has evolved from a local Taiwanese street drink into a global phenomenon.
- How do people celebrate Bubble Tea Day?
- Try a playful twist: cover non-traditional foods in chocolate or sauces inspired by Bubble Tea Day.
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