international tea day

On International Tea Day, read about a century-old tea stall in Sampoore, West Bengal, that runs entirely on trust. With no paid staff, this humble stall is kept alive by a group of locals who serve tea out of love.

Given how ubiquitous a cup of chai is across India, and how chai drinking transcends all boundaries, it come as a surprise that not many Indians know about the fascinating history of tea in India. So, on the 12th International Tea Day, appreciate the origins of your favorite cuppa as we reveal the story of how tea become an inevitable part of Indian lives.