Archive · 30 Jan 2026
India-UK Coffee Morning Celebrates People-to-People Diplomacy
A special Coffee Morning event was held in Hyderabad to bring India and the UK closer together.
The British Deputy High Commissioner and the founder of the CD Foundation talked about how important it is to have cultural exchanges and festivals that connect people beyond just business meetings.
A fancy hotel and a famous chef from the UK made the event even more special with delicious tea and snacks.
Everyone agreed that sharing food and traditions is a great way to build friendships between countries.
CD Foundation hosted a Coffee Morning in Hyderabad to celebrate India-UK people-to-people diplomacy.
British Deputy High Commissioner Gareth Wynn Owen emphasized the importance of cultural exchanges and grassroots programs.
Charu Das, founder of CD Foundation, highlighted the need for partnerships that extend beyond embassies and trade desks.
The Park Hyderabad's Ajit Garcha reaffirmed the hotel's commitment to global hospitality and inclusive dialogue.
Chef Alla Smith, the UK's culinary ambassador, curated a special English tea experience for the event.
- Who
- CD Foundation, British Deputy High Commissioner Gareth Wynn Owen, Charu Das, Ajit Garcha, Chef Alla Smith
- What
- A Coffee Morning event celebrating India-UK people-to-people diplomacy and cultural exchange
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Hyderabad
- Why
- To strengthen bilateral relations through cultural and grassroots programs
- Event
- Coffee Morning
- Host
- CD Foundation
- Guest of Honor
- British Deputy High Commissioner Gareth Wynn Owen
- Location
- Hyderabad
- Culinary Ambassador
- Chef Alla Smith
- Hotel Partner
- The Park Hyderabad
- Focus
- Cultural Exchange and Diplomacy
- Key Activity
- English Tea Experience