Carrying a legacy forward: Lara De Zoysa launches Ceylon Tea Market in UK

Launched by Lara De Zoysa, daughter of the late Michael De Zoysa, the platform brings together heritage brands, artisanal producers, tea tourism, learning, and social impact under one umbrella.

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Carrying forward the legacy of her late father, Michael De Zoysa — one of the most respected figures in the Sri Lankan tea industry — Lara De Zoysa has launched Ceylon Tea Market, a pioneering multi-vendor platform dedicated to celebrating, preserving, and promoting the heritage of Pure Ceylon Tea.

Ceylon Tea Market is a UK-based multi-vendor platform founded by Lara De Zoysa. Built on four key pillars — Tea Market, Tea Holidays, Tea Learning, and We Give Back — Ceylon Tea Market connects global consumers with Pure Ceylon Tea, tea tourism, and ethical partnerships. The platform brings together heritage brands, artisanal producers, and experience providers, while supporting social impact initiatives that uplift Sri Lanka’s tea-growing communities.

With a strong background in business development and an entrepreneurial mindset, Lara has long been involved in building ventures that bridge heritage with modern market opportunities. Though it took time for her to follow in her father’s footsteps, she now brings that same passion and vision to Ceylon Tea Market. Based in the UK but very much Sri Lankan at heart, Lara is committed to carrying the story of Pure Ceylon Tea to global audiences.