Bhankharia & Co.

Our place is right in the middle of Fort, inside Building No. 43 on Nariman Street. It’s right near where Bazar Gate Street crosses. If you know Mumbai at all, you know how busy this area gets during the day. There are people everywhere and the old buildings are all packed together. Bhankharia & Co. has been operating out of this spot for quite some time now. The building is one of those old ones with narrow stairs and high ceilings. It’s got a lot of character, even if it’s a bit worn out in places. We spend our days dealing with tea and talking to the people who come into the shop. It’s a lot of office workers from the surrounding buildings who need a break from their desks. We don’t have a lot of space, so it can feel a bit cramped when it’s busy, but that’s just how it is in Fort. We are used to the noise of the city outside. To be honest, it would feel too quiet if we weren't here in the middle of all the chaos. We just keep our heads down and do the work. There isn't anything fancy about our setup. We just have the tea and the basic equipment. It’s a traditional way of doing things, and we don't see any reason to change it. We’ve been on Nariman Street long enough to feel like part of the bricks.