Hot, sweet, and extra creamy! Even tea purists must admit that Doodh Patti shines when prepared the traditional way, with your favourite milk and sweetener. You’ll be amazed at how these simple additions elevate the sensorial experience.

Traditional street Doodh Patti is served in glass or clay cups. However, in the homes, decorative porcelain teacups are favoured. So, feel free to use your favourite teacups, or if you have guests to impress, your finest china on a decorative tea tray. The comforting scent of cardamom is also extra soothing when its rising from the depths of the mug you love most.

Pakistani Chai’s fragrant creaminess is so indulgent it’s a treat on its own. However, it’s extra-heavenly when paired with traditional street foods. Paratha (crispy pancake) and baaqar khani (spiced puffed pastry biscuit) make for excellent breakfast accompaniments. Later in the day, try chicken puff pastries, samosas, shaami kebabs (deep fried spiced meat or vegetable patties), or pakoras. For a sweet treat, pair it with the nutty pudding-like gajar ka halva or naan khatai (traditional shortbread cookies). Nimko (deep-fried savoury and spiced snack mixes, like Bombay mix) are also popular in Pakistan. Doodh Patti will also pair wonderfully with your favourite bickie, cake, or treat!

Life and chai go hand-in-hand in Pakistan. Tea stalls abound all throughout the country, and for Pakistanis, all times are tea time. The only time some of them may hold back is in the evening when tea becomes a commitment to staying up late!