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Ethiopian Shai Experiences

Shai, Shared

House of Sadah hosts Ethiopian tea events that are rooted in intention and togetherness, offering unique shai gatherings. Inspired by the traditional sharing of shai, each event fosters connection, conversation, and the opportunity to be fully present.

Ideal For

Weddings and engagement celebrations, baby showers and birthdays, as well as corporate gatherings and team events, are all perfect occasions for Ethiopian tea events. Whether you’re hosting shai gatherings or enjoying community events in private spaces, we cater to gatherings of all sizes — from intimate evenings at home to grand celebrations at the House of Sadah events.

What's Included

Enjoy freshly brewed Ethiopian shai with our House of Sadah events, featuring your choice of milk-based or black spiced tea. Our service is focused on warmth and hospitality, creating a calm, welcoming setup perfect for shai gatherings and shared moments. (Details may vary depending on the gathering.)

Shai Offerings

Signature Milk Shai — Milk-Based


Our signature preparation. A warming blend of black tea and traditional spices, brewed with milk and served sweet. Rich, comforting, and meant to be enjoyed slowly — this version reflects how shai is most often shared during long conversations and lingering moments, much like those experienced at our House of Sadah events.


Classic Shai — Black Tea


The same black tea and traditional spices, brewed in water and served sweet. Lighter and more aromatic, this version highlights the spices while offering a clean, grounding cup. Dairy free, making it a great alternative to our signature shai. 


Both preparations use the same spice blend — the difference is in the brew.

Request an Event

Interested in having House of Sadah at your events or gathering? Complete the form below, and we’ll be in touch about organizing memorable shai gatherings.

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Find Us In Person

House of Sadah can be found at select farmers markets and pop-ups, where shai is brewed slowly and shared one cup at a time during our Ethiopian tea events and shai gatherings. Past House of Sadah events include: Barton Creek Farmers Market - February 7 (9am - 1pm) and Barton Creek Farmers Market - February 21 (9am - 1pm). Upcoming events are to be determined.

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Q&A

What is Shai?

Shai (pronounced shy or shah-hee) is the Amharic word for tea. In Ethiopia, it’s traditionally black tea with spices enjoyed sweet. At House of Sadah events, our signature preparation is inspired by this tradition, brewed with spices and milk or water. This reflects how shai is often shared during Ethiopian tea events and long conversations at shai gatherings.

What does “Sadah” mean?

Sadah is inspired by my mother’s name, Saada (pronounced sah-dah). It reflects the warmth, strength, and sense of home she created for everyone around her, much like the welcoming atmosphere at our House of Sadah events and Ethiopian tea events, where friends gather for shai gatherings.

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