A Tea Escape

Bianka Kristen  

When Bubble Island on South University closed over winter break, the world seemed to come to a standstill for several Michiganders. Many mourned the loss of this beloved hang out, forgetting that just across the street is Momo Tea, a quaint Taiwanese teahouse that is often underrated. After venturing over there I realized just how much more authentic and refreshing it is than Bubble Island. While Bubble Island caters more to the ever-growing bubble tea craze, Momo Tea revives the roots of bubble tea by embracing the Taiwanese culture.

Upon walking into Momo Tea, the aromas of exotic foods envelope you, immediately creating the sense that you’ve entered a completely different environment. The teashop doesn’t just have the bubble tea that everyone is craving; it also offers a wide variety of Taiwanese delicacies— all freshly made using ingredients imported straight from Taiwan! From a tea egg—where a boiled egg is boiled yet again in tea— to marinated eel rice, Momo Tea has the perfect foods for an adventurous spirit. Not feeling so adventurous? They also have shaved ice and standard sandwiches to satisfy your grumbling stomach’s needs.

Since Momo Tea is in fact a teahouse, it specializes in a variety of beverages. From milk teas to flavored teas to smoothies, you can visit Momo everyday for a few months before being able to try everything on their menu. For those needing their bubble tea fix, Momo has all the flavors you could possibly want with an abundance of bubbles. In my experience they definitely don’t skimp on the bubbles— or as they call them, the bobas— so your time there will never not be bubbly.

During this cold winter Momo Tea will transport you to somewhere far away, giving you that fresh outlook that only new experiences can give you. Whether it is to eat, drink, study or all of the above, I highly recommend making Momo Tea your next destination.