Ceremony was founded by Linga Ndambasha, a local marketing professional turned entrepreneur, whose journey with Japanese tea culture began during a 2018 trip to Japan. There, matcha revealed itself as more than a drink. It was a practice. A pause. A way of being. In the quiet precision of tea rituals, she experienced presence, clarity, and calm energy without urgency.

The experience was transformative, and she carried it with her back home.

Years later, after seasons of corporate burnout and constant forward motion, that memory became a mirror. A reminder of what life could feel like when it wasn’t ruled by speed. In response, Ceremony was born.

It began as a matcha cart. But it quickly became something more. A space for people to slow down. A place where cups became conversations, and drinks became small rituals. What started on wheels became a living expression of Ceremony’s heart: creating moments of pause and ritual.

Today, Ceremony curates intentional gatherings centered around matcha, designed to help people build meaningful everyday rituals. Everything we create is rooted in a desire to help people build more self-care, more presence, and more balance in their day-to-day lives.

Inspired by the timeless ritual of tea and the meditative spirit of Japanese matcha ceremonies, we craft thoughtful drinks and experiences that calm the mind while gently energizing the body.

Ceremony partners with brands, studios, creatives, and community spaces to curate intentional experiences where matcha is the anchor. From more intimate gatherings to large activations, each experience is designed to provide moments of calm where people can slow down, connect, and be present.

For pop-ups, partnerships, and booking inquiries, visit our booking page to start the conversation.