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Obeetee Craft Studio presented Wild Silk: Material, Making & Textile Design for the 21st Century in London as part of Selvedge Textile Month.

The presentation explored tasar wild silk as a living material—shaped by generations of knowledge, skilled making and cultural exchange. Through research, material experimentation and weaving, the studio examined lesser-known textile constructions and reinterpreted techniques associated with 16th- and 17th-century Indo-Portuguese colchas, bringing tasar into dialogue with new craft communities and contemporary forms of design.

This forms part of Obeetee Craft Studio’s continuing enquiry into how traditional knowledge can shape the future of design: recovering endangered techniques, creating new possibilities for sustainable materials, and sustaining the makers and craft communities of Eastern India.

#WildSilk #ObeeteeCraftStudio #SelvedgeTextileMonth #TasarSilk #obeetee by @rc2144

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“Tea and tennis” once described the leisurely life of a tea planter. Tea is a tough business today. At Sorwathe, we work hard in the fields, over tasting cups and in the markets. But there is always time for a set of tennis with our wonderful colleagues by @rc2144

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Today, at our Rugabano Board meeting, I shared a small tribute to Sir Ian Wood, my partner and mentor, who passed away last month.

In 2016, we stood together looking across the largely barren hills of Rugabano. Sir Ian saw possibility. He believed tea could transform these hills and, more importantly, give thousands of smallholder farmers the opportunity to build secure and independent livelihoods.

Ten years later, that hope has become a reality. Rugabano is today one of Rwanda’s leading tea-growing areas, supporting thousands of farmers through Rwanda Outgrowers Services. Its tea has taken the top spot at the Mombasa auction, and this month we will launch a cable system to transport green leaf from the hills.

Among Sir Ian’s many accomplishments, I believe the hope he gave to the farmers of Rugabano will be an enduring part of his legacy.

I will deeply miss his presence, counsel and friendship. I pledge to continue the work we began together and his belief in the farmers of Rugabano and the future they are building for themselves. taken in Kigali, Rwanda by @rc2144

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From its patriotic roots in 1912, our business has thrived by serving stakeholders. Makaibari recognised by @forbesindia as one of India’s finest global brands. Luxmi Tea awarded Excellence in POSH Governance by the National POSH Conclave, supported by Delhi Government’s Department of Women & Child Development. Outstanding quality flows from dignified workplaces, empowered workers, and stewardship. @makaibariorganictea @luxmiestates by @rc2144

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Life moves in quiet circles.
A seed planted in a small town in Uttar Pradesh has grown into a tree whose branches now reach the world.
With British roots and a new home in London, the story of Obeetee comes beautifully full circle.

Happy Birthday Obeetee London!
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[Home, Obeetee, London Store Launch, Carpets] by @rc2144

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@makaibariorganictea was blessed to host Swami Sarvapriyananda ji of @rkmbelurmath - he spoke to the students of Makaibari school and planted a sapling - blessing both our communities and our fields by @rc2144

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We had the best time at the @indiabartendershow 2026🍸

We showed up with something close to our hearts, Zero Proof by Makaibari. As custodians of one of India’s most storied tea estates, we’ve always believed tea can hold its own at any table, even the bar.

Rooted in our organic and biodynamic way of growing, this collection carries depth, texture, and character, the very qualities bartenders look for when building memorable drinks.

If you stopped by, thank you for raising a glass with us. If you missed it, this is just the beginning.

#makaibari #zeroproof #indiabartendershow2026 taken in Le Meridien by @rc2144

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An Evening That Stayed With Us

We hosted an intimate, intellectually rich evening as part of the @kolkatalitmeet , set within the serene, heritage-soaked ambience of the Makaibari Bungalow. Acclaimed British author Geoff Dyer was in conversation with Debanjan Chakrabarti, unpacking memory, travel, loss, and cultural dissonance through his celebrated work Jeff in Venice, Death in Varanasi. Framed by quiet hills and slow time, the dialogue felt as reflective as the landscape itself. Evenings like these remind us why literature thrives best when grounded in place and presence.

Stay close for more moments where words, ideas, and heritage meet.

#literarygathering #makaibaridiaries #makaibari #makaibaribungalow #kolkataliterarymeet authorconversation culturaldialogue slowstories by @rc2144

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The visit concluded with a special tea tasting session, during which we shared the unique flavors and heritage that define Sorwathe teas.

Sorwathe is my cup of tea

#RwandaTea by @rc2144

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Yesterday, our Chairman, Mr Rudra Chatterjee and our team were delighted to welcome Mitakshara Kumari, Chairperson of Sorwathe Foundation, for a visit to our factory.

Their presence reflects our shared commitment to progress, innovation, and sustainable growth.

#TeaIndustry #Sustainability #Innovation #Rwanda by @rc2144

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A Gold Moment for Luxmi Tea

We are proud to share that Luxmi Tea has been honored as the Award Winner at the Gold Medal Tea Competition 2025.

This recognition is a testament to the craftsmanship of our estates, the dedication of our teams, and the rich terroir that shapes every leaf. From Rwanda to Assam, Darjeeling to Tripura, Luxmi has always believed in nurturing the land, empowering communities, and crafting teas that resonate with authenticity and excellence.

#luxmitea #GoldMedalTeaCompetition2025 #awardwinningtea #blackorthodox #greentea #sustainablefarming #teamluxmi #globalrecognition by @rc2144

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Our company, forged during the freedom struggle, today upholds that making the best teas and the finest carpets, branding our century-old businesses effectively to reach global consumers, training and rewarding the thousands of pluckers, weavers and carpenters, and flying the Indian flag high in different parts of the world, from New York to Kigali, is the highest form of nationalism and patriotism in our time. Our founders served time in jail and lost their brothers to bring us the independence we enjoy.

Today, we strive with equal zeal to build world class Indian products that play a role in building a developed nation.

Happy 79th Independence Day, from our family to yours.

#79thindependanceday🇮🇳🇮🇳

(Independence, india, proud, 79 years) by @rc2144

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