Celebrating International Chai Day: From India & Pakistan to Surrey & Vancouver

Every year, tea lovers around the world come together to celebrate International Chai Day a tribute to one of the most cherished drinks ever created. For millions, chai is not just a beverage; it’s a tradition, a comfort, and a way of life. This is especially true in India and Pakistan, where chai is deeply rooted in daily culture and now, it’s also a growing tradition here in Canada at Pindi Dhaba in Surrey and Vancouver.

Chai Culture in India & Pakistan

In India, chai is served everywhere from small clay kulhads at railway stations to street corners where vendors (chai dhaba ) fill the air with the aroma of boiling tea leaves, spices, and milk. In Pakistan, chai is inseparable from daily life. Roadside dhabas keep massive kettles brewing all day, offering a hot cup alongside crispy parathas, samosas, and heartfelt conversations.

This shared chai culture unites both countries, showing how a simple cup of tea can bring people together across borders.

From South Asia to Surrey & Vancouver

Today, this chai tradition lives on at Pindi Dhaba your desi chai destination in Surrey and Vancouver. Inspired by the authentic chai stalls of South Asia, Pindi Dhaba serves signature flavors like Truck Chai (Karak Chai) and Kashmiri Chai (Pink Tea), paired with fresh parathas, rolls, and snacks.

Just like the bustling dhabas of Lahore or Delhi, Pindi Dhaba has become a place where people gather with friends, students take study breaks, and families share a warm moment over a cup of chai.

Chai: A Global Comfort

From the spice-filled streets of Karachi to coffee shops in New York and now chai cafés in Metro Vancouver, chai has become a worldwide phenomenon. Yet for those who grew up with authentic South Asian chai, nothing compares to the rich, creamy, spiced cup that takes you back home.

At Pindi Dhaba in Surrey and Vancouver, we’re proud to bring that authentic taste of India and Pakistan straight to your table.

Raise Your Cup This International Chai Day

On this International Chai Day, let’s celebrate the drink that unites communities across continents. Whether you’re sipping chai in Delhi, enjoying a roadside cup in Lahore, or sharing a steaming cup at Pindi Dhaba in Surrey chai is a tradition that transcends borders.

So brew a strong cup, invite someone you love, and join us at Pindi Dhaba to experience the timeless magic of chai.