A new coffee shop, Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co., has opened on 9th Avenue, offering a unique taste of Yemeni coffee and tea to the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood. This franchise is the first of its kind in New York City, founded by Tareq Salah and his partners. Tareq, originally from Yemen, aims to share his culture through this cafe, which features traditional decor and a menu inspired by Yemeni cities.
• Qamaria offers various coffee options, including light, medium, and dark roasts, with drinks named after Yemeni cities.
• The cafe also serves specialty drinks like iced pistachio lattes and Aden tea, prepared through a meticulous boiling process.
• Tareq learned the art of coffee-making in Michigan, emphasizing cleanliness, precise measurements, and excellent customer service.
• The cafe aims to be a social hub for the community, especially for Muslim patrons.
This establishment not only fills a gap left by the closure of Empire Coffee but also introduces New Yorkers to the rich history and flavors of Yemeni coffee culture. It represents a growing trend of Yemeni coffee shops across the U.S., fostering community and cultural exchange.
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