Pakistanis are convinced by the Quetta Cafe Tea fascination embedded in their breakfasts, friend’s tweetups, and after-dinner sittings. Because they love tea, which has become the country’s national drink. Commonly known as Chaye or doodh patti, this soulful beverage is acknowledged as an integral part of every occasion, from wedding ceremonies and cultural festivals to corporate events or everyday informal settings. When you don’t have Chai at home, you can have it at Quetta Cafe.

It is the favorite corner where you can enjoy crispy lachedar paratha with chaye. But how these simpler tea corners became so significant is itself a fascinating subject. Let’s spill the beans and immerse in the simmering journey of Quetta Cafe. 

Quetta’s Roadside Tea Culture 

Roadside tea hotels are a unique part of Quetta’s intense culture. If you have ever been to Quetta, you must have seen tea stalls and hotels (dhaba) along the roadsides, highways always packed with local residents and travelers respectively, who stop by the brewing tea stalls twice or thrice a day. As the Pashtuns started their Quetta cafe business in other parts of the country, they brought with them the ethnic norm of bringing people closer through the mesmerizing golden brown chai.

The Journey of Quetta Cafe Begun From Karachi

You will be amazed that Quetta Cafe is the child of the devastating drought that hit Balochistan in 2003. History hints towards more than 18 dreadful droughts from 1950 to 2010 that affected Balochistan’s agriculture and livestock resources. However, the historic dry spell of 1997 to 2010 unfolded new waves of inflation in Balochistan. Thus, the locals left the province and moved to nearby cities including Karachi, in search of employment. There, many genius Pashtun minds, including Ahmad Ullah Khan of Quetta, struck the business idea of starting cafes and selling tea. That’s how Quetta Hotels and Cafe was founded in Karachi. 

Initially, the Quetta Cafe in the bustling metropolis offered delicious tea in a few types (karak chaye, doodh patti, kehwa) and the famous lachedar paratha. As tea was close to everyone’s heart, the Quetta Cafe soon secured its place in the heart of Karachites by pouring in delicious tea, crispy parathas, and the special Peshawari Kehwa. As a result, Quetta Cafe spread over the metropolitan area as a chain of cafes. Soon, Quetta Cafes expanded in Karachi. However, in 2007, the ethnic conflicts in the city affected the business of Quetta cafes and compelled the Pashtuns to pack up their business and leave the mini Pakistan. 

Quetta Cafe in Twin Cities – The Perfect Tea Hangout!

After the ethnic riots muddled the Quetta Cafes in Karachi, the Pashtun found their new business heaven in Rawalpindi. The first Quetta Cafe was established in the Commercial Market in 2007, whereas the first cafe in Islamabad was established in F-10 Markaz in 2017. Here, the response was the same. The unmatched taste of the tea, a particular ambiance, cordial pushtun staff, and minimal prices were the factors that helped Quetta Cafe become a big hit in Rawalpindi as well. Quetta Cafes has developed its unique identity due to a specific tea taste and today, there are approximately 50 cafes only in Rawalpindi. 

The red color furniture of Quetta Cafe, the particular crockery, and the specific ambiance make Quetta Cafe look the same everywhere. Over time, some owners have modified the Quetta Cafe brand name to Quetta Waziristan Cafe, Quetta Kohistan Cafe, Quetta Royal Cafe, Quetta Singapore Cafe, Quetta Madina Cafe, and Quetta Darbar Cafe. Even some of the regular cafes have picked the brand identity of Quetta Cafe to capture the customer. 

Secret Recipe of Quetta Chai

Tea lovers must want to know how to make Quetta Cafe tea at home? So this is a bonus paragraph for all of you looking for the Quetta chai recipe. Milk from the farms, milk quality (Dhoke Hassu, Quetta Waziristan Cafe, fresh milk is boiled for 3 to 4 hours to eliminate its rawness. the second main ingredient is tea grains to enhance the taste of the tea. Cook the boiled milk first after adding some water, but don’t add anything to it until it is a little simmered.

Now add cardamons to the boiled mixture of milk and water. after a few seconds, now add the tea grains (patti) into it, and keep beating it until the tea grains are properly cooked. Now add sugar as per your taste and cook it again for a few seconds. Your Quetta chai is ready, enjoy it with crispy parathas, Shami kabab, or your favorite cookies.

Pakistan’s Soaring Tea Imports

Pakistan’s tea import statistics are alarming, as it is one of the largest tea importers reaching $600 million, with some reports hinting towards the annual consumption of 250 million kilograms of tea. This hints toward the growing demand for tea and if you are thinking of doing a profitable business, a Quetta Cafe franchise can be a good option. The chain is scattered in multiple cities including Lahore, Murree, and Faisalabad in both posh societies and local markets as Quetta tea is irresistible. Read more about the latest news at MGC Blogs.