Tchai Ovna's

Tea is celebrated all over the world and is recognised for its way of bringing people together, Glasgow has taken this on board and has seen an increase in small private run businesses with lots to offer to the locals.

A lovely place in Glasgow for a cup of very special tea is tucked away on a cobbled street in the West End; this picture perfect gem is a haven from the chains of coffee shops in the city centre.

With so many teas from all over the world on offer, the menu is like a book. Locals regularly relax and wind down to the famous Yogi Yogi chai tea. The teas are imported and brewed on sight to offer the best possible taste.

The atmosphere here is most definitely laid back. Take a seat inside if it’s cold. The mishmash of tables and chairs is divided by screens and voile curtains. Customers can stretch out on the cushions in the Zen Room at the back and listen to the chill-out music. If it’s sunny, sit outside in the tea garden and try a shisha.

It’s not unusual to hear conversations going on in three different languages here. Tchai Ovna attracts a very international clientèle. Glasgow is known for its diversity and takes pride in welcoming all different cultures to enjoy what it has to offer them.

The vegetarian meals and snacks and home-baked cakes are all very reasonably priced and portions are on the large side.

Tchai Ovna's also holds exclusive gigs. There’s something on most evenings including jazz, folk, blues, sitar recitals and poetry readings. With Glasgow university close by it is never quiet, students gather here often to study or read and in the evenings chill out and enjoy the show. Tchai Ovna’s defiantly brings people together.