In every teapot, I collect a memory: Rita Bhimani

For corporate public relations professional and author Rita Bhimani, the obsession isn't just about the leaves; it is about the vessels that hold them. Her fascination began during her early years at the Tea Board, but it quickly shifted from the brew to the craftsmanship of the teapots. Over the years, this blossomed into a global collection of rare, sculptural finds: a black teapot adorned with mythological figures and 24-carat gold edging from Greece, an elephant-shaped celadon piece from Bali, and whimsical ceramic treasures sourced across Southeast Asia. For Bhimani, these aren't mere decorations; they are a living archive. Some are displayed as art, while others are woven directly into her daily pouring rituals.