From Chai to Community | Zaitoon of Desi Dhaba Chaiwala | The Judge Reviews Podcast

Desi food, strong chai, and even stronger conversations.In this episode of The Judge Reviews Podcast, Jay sits down with Zaitoon, the woman behind Desi Dhaba Chaiwala — a Glasgow favourite known for flaky parathas, rich saag, and chai that doesn’t mess about.But this conversation goes far beyond food.Zaitoon opens up about:Building a Desi food business in GlasgowThe realities of running a hospitality businessChai, culture, and communityHer work supporting and speaking to people beyond the shopIdentity, representation, and leadershipWhy Desi food means more than just a mealThis is a warm, funny, and honest conversation about food, purpose, and belonging, with plenty of Glasgow patter along the way. Drop a comment and let us know:Is chai just a drink — or a way of life?