The draw in bubble tea, the cheap, sweet, milky drink sold in specialty cafes and restaurants across America, has long been the “bubble,” the gelatinous tapioca balls that one chews on while drinking ...

In a saucepan on medium, heat the milk, sugar, citrus rinds and vanilla bean until the sugar is dissolved. Place the gelatin in ice cold water. Soak the gelatin until softened. Remove the gelatin from ...