City Walk Midtown Boba Tea Crawl, ~6.5 miles

Refreshing and curiously chewy?? Boba tea is a cultural phenomenon, growing in popularity since 2010 in the US. The eponymous drink is a tea based drink that usually includes a chewy component, the boba! Also known as as tapioca or pearl, these little starchy balls are sweetened and provide a fun spongy and chewy texture. The beverage is commonly in the form of milk tea, and can be made in many different flavors.

Today on our walk, we will stroll pass several tea shops and restaurant that include boba tea on their menu. Some of the more famous chains include Feng Cha, Gong Cha, and Kung Fu Tea, which originate the National Boba Tea Day in April.

The heat in Texas is always a concern so let someone know if you are having a hard time. For more information about hiking check out this very useful hiking website: https://www.hatsandmore.org/

Our organizers are not guides nor do we have any special training. We are here to come up with hiking ideas and get the hike started. Take the same precautions you would if hiking alone, including the fitness needed to make long hikes. Then enjoy the hike among friends.

COVID PRECAUTIONS:
Bring and wear a mask when not hiking and follow the best practices to prevent the transmission of COVID.

Gathering Place:
McGovern Centennial Gardens
1500 Hermann Dr.
Directions to McGovern Centennial Gardens
Lots of free street parking, neighborhood parking and parking at the Judson Robinson Community Center at 2020 Hermann Drive just down the street.
Directions to Judson Robinson

The Hike:
The walk is mostly paved and is a mix of sun and shade.

Weather Forecast:
https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=29.7161&lon=-95.3902

Hike map is in the photos.

Optional After Hike Event:
Kokee Kitchen
1801 Binz St Ste 120, Houston, TX 77004
Menu includes boba drinks!
Direction to Kokee Kitchen
Also in the same center are Barnaby's Cafe, Fadi's Mediterranean Eatery, and Slip Sliders across the street. Plenty of options for everyone!