July 23, 2024

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Where to sip on bubble tea in LOU

three plastic cups filled with bubble tea

Honeydew in St. Matthews offers more than 36+ kinds of bubble tea. | Photo by Honeydew

Bubble tea or pearl milk tea — more commonly referred to as boba tea — started gaining popularity in Asia during the 1980s. It took off in the states in recent years, especially among Gen Z, and it seems like it’s here to stay.

We asked our Instagram followers to nominate their favorite boba tea shops in LOU, and here are the suggestions:

Fun Tea, 1608 Bardstown Rd.
Build your own bubble drink — plus, don’t skip trying a bubble puff cake dessert.
Sip this: Lavender milk tea, which can be served hot. Instagram user @e1s0ph0b1a recommends the bubble waffles.

Tiger Sugar, 150 Bardstown Rd.
This national chain has both milk and non-milk teas, like its award-winning oolong tea.
Sip this: The Tiger Mango Sago, made with mango chunks.

Sharetea, 3333 Bardstown Rd. + 13210 Shelbyville Rd.
Pick from a wide range of fruit teas, milk teas, blended drinks, and even five kinds of mojitos.
Sip this: Decaf strawberry matcha topped with sakura crystal boba.

The Bep, 1702 Bardstown Rd.
Take your pick of milk and non-milk teas, plus toppings like cheese foam, cream brulee, and popping fruit jellies.
Sip this: The herbal fresh coco refresher comes with grass jellies, a mild, herbal gelatin with a hint of mint.

Two cups of boba tea, one pink and one purple — The Paris Sunset and ube taro boba at Paris Bahn Mi make for a great pink-and-purple-pair.
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Paris Bahn Mi, 1237 Bardstown Rd.
Pair your drinks with Vietnamese food at this vegetarian/vegan-friendly spot and dine-in with indoor and outdoor seating.
Sip this: Completely customize your tea, refresher, juice, coffee, milkshake, or slush with toppings, jellies, and flavors.

Da Tea, 304 W. Woodlawn Ave.
Visit the Louisville Streatery for a range of classic teas, plus Korean shaved ice.
Sip this: The wintermelon fruit tea.

Honeydew, 135 Breckinridge Ln.
Check out their bubble teas, smoothies, and juices, plus ice cream and a BOGO 50% off happy hour, 5 p.m.-7p.m.
Sip this: @motherlordtrashcan0_0 on Instagram says “PEACH TEA LYCHEE PEARL 100/10.”

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Events

Tuesday, July 23

“Annie” | Tuesday, July 23 | 6 p.m. | Derby Dinner Playhouse, 525 Marriott Dr., Clarksville, IN | $43-$48 | Catch dinner and a show as you bet your bottom dollar that the sun will come out tomorrow.

Wednesday, July 24

Business Blast- The Jtown Beach | Wednesday, July 24 | 4:30-6 p.m. | J-Town Beach, 10315 Watterson Trail, Jeffersontown | Free for members, $10 for non-members | Bring your business card for a chance to win prizes while you meet other local professionals + enjoy apps and a cash bar.

Thursday, July 25

AHA BLS CPR and AED Class | Thursday, July 25 | 6-9 p.m. | CPR Certification Louisville, 710 Barret Ave., Louisville | $59.95-$79.95 | Get on-hands training and walk away with a certification in CPR, first aid, bloodborne pathogens, and/or pet CPR.

Friday, July 26

The Big Stomp | Friday, July 26-Saturday, July 27 | Times vary | Brown-Forman Amphitheater, 1301 River Rd., Louisville | “Stomp the stigma” as you dance along with St. Paul + The Broken Bones, The Black Angels, and BADBADNOTGOOD at this music festival focused on mental health.

Saturday, July 27

Brandy on the Banks | Saturday, July 27 | 12-4 p.m. | Copper & Kings, 1121 E. Washington St., Louisville | Free | Sip spirits and play lawn games while you help support the Kentucky Waterways Alliance with your food and beverage purchases.

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Drink

Beat the heat at 7 Brew

We’ve got our eyes on a Funnel Cake Macchiato and an Ocean Breeze Chiller. What are you ordering, Louisville? | Photos courtesy of 7 Brew Coffee; GIF by LOUtoday

Looking for a way to cool down this summer? Head to 7 Brew and try one of their classic favorites or a new summer menu item.

With 20,000+ drink combinations, 7 Brew has something for everyone. Can’t decide what to get? Ask your brewista for a recommendation.

7 Brew is fun and fast, making it the perfect stop on your way to your summer fun. Pro tip: Bring your furry friend and treat them to a pup cup.

Find a 7 Brew near you

News Notes

Festival

The second annual Louisville Street Food Festival is this Saturday, July 27 and Sunday, July 28 at Fourth Street Live. Over 20 food trucks will serve $5 bites, which you can enjoy alongside axe throwing, drinks, and a mechanical bull from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. General admission is currently $9.99 + VIP is $54.99 and includes food vouchers.

Civic

Applications are open for the 2025 Metro Youth Cabinet. The cabinet serves as an advisory panel to the mayor and metro council, with members developing leadership skills and informing metro decision-making. Louisvillians ages 16-24 are eligible to apply for a one year term.

Eat

The Louisville Black Chef Showcase is coming to the Mellwood Art Center (1860 Mellwood Ave.) on Sunday, Aug. 18, 3-6 p.m. The second annual event will feature chef demonstrations and live music, and will raise money for the culinary arts program at Western High School. (Louisville Business First)

Watch

Tickets are on sale now for the Speed Art Museum’s CatVideoFest 2024 — aka “The world’s number one cat video festival.” The traveling show will feature compilations of the latest and greatest internet cat videos. A portion of the proceeds for the all-ages event goes to Alley Cat Advocates.

Number

279. That’s how many Louisville restaurants serve “American” cuisine — think: steak, chicken, and grits. It’s the largest category in Derby City, followed by Mexican, pizza, Chinese, and Southern. (Courier Journal)

Drink Up

Thirsty? Well (or top-shelf), the wait is over — Drink Up Week sponsored by Heine Brothers Coffee has arrived. We’re celebrating our city’s vibrant beverage culture through Friday, July 26 with buzzy deals from local businesses including Elixir Kombucha + Parlour. Find a deal and toast to Louisville’s entrepreneurs, mixologists, venues, and drinks.

Sports

Over 6,000 fans crowded Freedom Hall over the weekend to watch Louisville alumni play ball against Bellarmine. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Cards with Locked On’s daily podcasts.

Health

Did you know? UofL Health has seven emergency rooms in the area (read: the most in the region). In a medical emergency, Louisvillians can conveniently access ER wait times at their fingertips. How? Simply text ERWAIT to 511511.*

Travel

Heading to the airport soon? Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) wants to help you spend less to get there. See how simple it is to save $5 on a rideshare to SDF or pre-book Express Shuttle Lot parking (just $5 per day).*

Wellness

This hearing device is not for everyone… because not everyone wants to talk to other people. (We’re sometimes in our introvert era, too.) But if you do want to have clear conversations, meet the first hearing aid designed with conversation in mind. Bonus: It’s so small, it’s basically unnoticeable.*

The Buy

Ranger Ready’s tick and insect repellent. Rated 4.5 stars, the spray-on repellent comes with one spray to use on clothes monthly and one spray for daily use. Psst — Use code “20JULYREADY” at checkout for 20% off.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Declan

From the editor

We’re almost at the end of July — how did that happen? Here at The LOUtoday, we’re planning out our August calendar, and we want to hear from you. What would you like to see us cover in the final month of summer? Drop us a line and let us know.

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