Dhaka, Bangladesh | 3 August 2026: Monno Ceramic and Amari Dhaka celebrated Friendship Day with “High Tea is Better with Friends,” an exclusive live podcast experience inspired by the iconic television sitcom Friends. Blending nostalgia, laughter, meaningful conversations, and elegant hospitality, the event paid tribute to the spirit of friendship in a uniquely Bangladeshi setting.
Hosted at the sophisticated lounge of Amari Dhaka on the afternoon of 2nd August, the podcast recreated the warmth and camaraderie of the beloved sitcom while embracing a contemporary Bengali conversation style with a natural blend of English. The thoughtfully curated set featured an elegant long table beautifully styled with Monno Ceramic’s premium Bone China high tea collection, creating a refined afternoon tea experience that reflected the brand’s timeless craftsmanship alongside Amari Dhaka’s signature hospitality.
Soft instrumental music inspired by the iconic Friends theme complemented the atmosphere as guests engaged in lighthearted conversations, shared personal stories, and laughed, creating memorable moments centered on friendship, lifestyle, wellness, entertainment, and creativity.
Meet the Cast
• Rifat Kabir, inspired by Monica Geller – Founder of Game of Nature, promoting natural wellness and beauty.
• Zahana, inspired by Rachel Green – Fashion and modeling personality.
• Fardin, inspired by Joey Tribbiani – Model and actor with a digital community of more than 129,000 followers.
• K. Jubayer, inspired by Chandler Bing – Stand-up comedian known for his signature wit and humor.
• Abonty Rahman, inspired by Phoebe Buffay – Musician and free-spirited performer.
• Fahim, inspired by Ross Geller – Sharing his own unique experiences and perspective on friendship and life.
Throughout the episode, the guests reflected on friendship, career journeys, personal growth, relationships, and everyday experiences. Conducted primarily in Bengali with a natural blend of English, the conversations captured the warmth, humor, and authenticity that define Bangladeshi friendships.
The experience also featured an elegant afternoon tea served on Monno Ceramic’s premium Bone China collection, highlighting the company’s 42-year legacy of craftsmanship and design excellence. During the event, Monno Ceramic also unveiled two new Bone China collections, Casablanca and Jamdani Feroza, marking their first public showcase. Both collections will soon be available at Monno Ceramic flagship stores.
Speaking about the initiative, representatives from Monno Ceramic and Amari Dhaka said:
“Friendship is built on meaningful conversations, shared laughter, and unforgettable memories. Through ‘High Tea is Better with Friends,’ we wanted to create an experience that brings together hospitality, creativity, wellness, and timeless storytelling while celebrating the special bonds that connect us all.”
The collaboration reflects Amari Dhaka’s continued commitment to creating immersive lifestyle experiences that go beyond hospitality by bringing together leading local brands, creators, and communities through engaging content and meaningful storytelling. It also reinforces Monno Ceramic’s dedication to celebrating life’s special moments through exceptional craftsmanship and thoughtfully designed collections.
“High Tea is Better with Friends” offered a memorable Friendship Day celebration that combined heartfelt conversations, engaging entertainment, premium hospitality, and timeless design. Through this unique collaboration, Monno Ceramic and Amari Dhaka invited audiences to celebrate the friendships that enrich our lives – one cup of tea and one meaningful conversation at a time.
