Round table
Portraits of women in tea: heroines in the shadows, artisans of taste
June 15, 2025 at 11:30:00 AM
English

ROUND TABLE – PORTRAITS OF WOMEN IN TEA: Heroines in the shadows, artisans of taste with Verlaine Diane Sobreydoo – founder of Comptoir Bantu Desi (USA), Myriam Zindine – founder of Home of Thamani (France) and Carine Baudry – (La Quintessence / Nunshen), who will share her perspective on women in tea in Nepal.
🌍🍃 ROUND TABLE – PORTRAITS OF WOMEN IN TEA
Unsung heroes, artisans of taste
Beyond the plantations or at the helm of bold projects, women play a vital role in the world of tea. This round table highlights their journeys, their expertise, and their struggles in often invisible regions. 🎙 With:
🇺🇸 Verlaine Diane Sobreydoo – founder of Comptoir Bantu Desi (USA), specializing in African and Indian teas
🇫🇷 Myriam Zindine – founder of Home of Thamani (France), committed to African terroirs
🇳🇵 Carine Baudry – (La Quintessence / Nunshen), who will share her perspective on women in tea in Nepal
💬 Fascinating discussions to bring out of the shadows the hands that make this fabulous beverage possible, which will bring us together at the Paris Tea Festival.
🗣 Roundtable discussion in English
📅 Sunday, June 15 at 1:30 p.m.
📍 Maison Internationale – Paris 14th
🎟 Free admission upon registration
Tea tours
Do you dream of visiting a tea plantation?
Take advantage of the open days offered by the Jardin L'orée du Bois in Paris, and Les Terrasses de l'Arrieulat in Bigorre.
Conferences
Big names in tea will be present on Sunday, June 15, to share their know-how and expertise during the day at the Maison Internationale.
Reserve your place!
Experiences
On Sunday, June 15th, you'll enjoy a host of free experiences at Espace Adenauer. Demonstrations of cha no yu, gong fu cha, matcha latte art, cocktails and tea, tea pairing, calligraphy, and more.
Workshops
Check out the program and sign up for workshops offered by certain exhibitors or speakers.
Limited places, secure your participation by reserving your ticket today.