Great Tea is Shared by Great People

Simple tea shared by two people in one place. With different futures and even more different pasts. One thing they have is a similar taste for a calm morning and good milk tea.

Joiny (Jony) is a Pakistani immigrant. He came to south Africa 2 years ago and was given a small grocery store by his cousin. He runs it impeccably , saving money so he can send for the rest of his family to come live with him. His shop is located right next to one of the places where I work. The first time we met he made an amazing milk tea. It was so simple and delicious. I think the thing that made it so unique was the enthusiasm in which how he made it for me. Taking the utmost care , using a simple tea etiquette, letting his foreign guest take sugar first and presenting him with delectable, salty, sweet biscuits.

Made on a two burner hot plate and served at the cash register. An experience and a memory I will continue to pass on.