Matcha Lovers, Don’t Miss This Free Tea Pop-Up at The Podium This Week
Calling all tea fans: if matcha is your love language, there’s a free tea party happening in Mandaluyong that should be on your radar. From August 4 to 8, What’s The Tea? will be brewing up good vibes and great drinks at the L/2 Atrium of The Podium, running daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

This pop-up brings together some of the trendiest tea merchants in the Metro—yes, there’s matcha, but also much more to explore beyond the green.
What to Expect at What’s The Tea?
The event is part of the rising matcha wave that’s showing no signs of slowing down. Whether you are into bottled matcha, handcrafted fruit teas, or bold new iced tea flavors, this pop-up is the perfect weekday hangout spot.
Here’s a quick look at some of the brands joining the tea party:
- Matcha Mama – Known for bottled matcha drinks, perfect for grab-and-go matcha cravings.
- Lemoncha – The quirky Yashi “Duck Sht Tea” Lemon Tea may raise eyebrows, but it’s all in the name—no actual ducks involved.
- Chicha San Chen – A Taiwan-based tea shop with bold choices like Taiwanese Fruit Tea blended with pineapple, passion fruit, and lemon.
- Smashing Lemons – Offers handmade lemon teas that deliver fresh, citrusy flavor.
- Good Poison Iced Tea – Serves unique canned tea flavors such as Calamansi Peach and Hawthorn Berries Pu-Erh.
- Maison Midori – For something a little toasty, they’ll be brewing hojicha and maroyaka lattes.
Whether you’re a matcha devotee or curious about new tea blends, What’s The Tea? is your chance to sip, sample, and discover new favorites—all without spending a cent just to check it out.
Event Details at a Glance
- Event: What’s The Tea?
- When: August 4 to 8, 2025
- Where: L/2 Atrium, The Podium, Mandaluyong City
- Time: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
- Admission: Free
For more updates and brand announcements, visit The Podium’s official Facebook page.
Which tea stall are you most excited to try—Matcha Mama, Chicha San Chen, or something else? Let us know in the comments.
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