The Kolkata Chai Co. Playlist Is a Bridge Between Cultures
Imbibe Magazine | 26.01.2026 22:03
Brothers Ani and Ayan Sanyal founded Kolkata Chai Co. in 2019 with the opening of a 100-square-foot café in New York City’s East Village. Today the business boasts two locations (their Nolita café opened in 2023), a product presence across the country, and celebrity partner Hasan Minhaj as the brothers continue to lead with education and a personal passion for authentic chai. While the bulk of their revenue now comes from online product sales, the cafés continue to serve an integral role in the culture of Kolkata.
