04/08/2026
“We gradually started making friends and finding community in our new city, over cups of chai in our new home.”
Seasonally on The Quiet Pour, we’re excited to chat with tea appreciators who inspire us and get their thoughts on tea and connection.
We’re curious to know: What does it mean to intentionally connect with ourselves, our communities, and our world? How can tea be a conduit for deeper connections in our lives?
samiabbasi recently sat down with , the founder & creative director of , to explore how she found her sense of belonging when she moved to the States from India in 2015. Plus, what she does to stay connected and grounded during the busiest of weeks. And, in true Herbs & Kettles fashion, there’s lots of chai included!
Swipe to read snippets of the interview, and you can read the full piece at herbsandkettles.substack.com 🫖
Thanks so much, Manasvi, for sharing your thoughtful stories and perspective!