It is not only British countries that are celebrating the coronation of King Charles III, scheduled to be held in Westminster Abbey, in London, on Saturday (6/5). It gave diplomatic territory to the country Begins In celebrations. This is the situation UK Embassy in Brazilwho received distinguished guests in a lively celebration full of references to the monarchy on Tuesday evening (2/5).
United Kingdom Ambassador, Stephanie Al Qaq She provided a beautiful event to celebrate Charles' coronation. As is the case with the king's official party, the list of invitees to the celebration at the embassy was full of authorities and dignitaries. The occasion was attended by ministers, representatives, senators, diplomats and executives who have economic relations with the British.
Admirer of royalty and ambassador Column Claudia Meirelles He attended the esteemed British-Brazilian festival in honor of Charles. In an interview, Stefani highlighted, in noble words, the feeling of bringing together so many friendships: “I'm excited, actually. It's great to share this moment with our friends here in Brazil. Tomorrow, I'm going to London. Everything is great.”
Throughout the ceremony, Stephanie welcomed guests alongside her husband, Karim Al-Qaq, and his son, Zach. The UK's Deputy Ambassador, Melanie Hopkins, also attended the ceremony. Speaking to the article, she reiterated that it was fun to witness the coronation because “it happens once in a lifetime.” “We grew up in the presence of the Queen [Elizabeth II]”, she remembered.
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In a speech in which he thanked everyone for their presence. Stephanie Al Qaq Highlight the importance of the topics that Charles will address at the coronation ceremony. They are: Diversity, Sustainability, Youth and Community. The diplomat included in the letter the actions and procedures undertaken by the king on behalf of the British.
According to the ambassador, the United Kingdom is one of the most cultural countries in the world. He stressed, “As the king says, we are a society of sects.” Stephanie commented on her life as a diplomat in Brazil and stressed that she would do her best to get to know the country that welcomed her. “I'm learning the differences and disagreements between the Moqueca of Bahia and Espirito Santo,” he joked in his speech.
“Here, in Brazil, it is [o rei Charles] “I have actively supported the traditional knowledge profession and the rights of indigenous communities, while respecting the continuity of these communities in science, culture, economics and the environment,” the UK Ambassador emphasized.
At the end of the speech, Stephanie cut a four-tier cake topped with King Charles' coronation crest. Floral designs print the candy on the sides. A diplomat's toast in honor of the King's special moment.
decor
Attendees traveled to the UK without leaving Brazil. Plaques bearing the flags of the United Kingdom, and frames bearing the official portrait of King Charles and Queen Camilla, Backgrounds Along with pictures of Buckingham Palace, complete with red carpet, they were part of the elaborate decoration. The icons served as a background for the clicks. The performance of the royal flutist amazed the guests.
Among the many Instagrammable spaces, the King's Throne was a favorite among the guests. Everyone who passed tried to register His Majesty. Another captivating setting features a fresco of foliage with Charles's coronation crest at its centre. Next to him, two soldiers wearing Royal Guard uniforms carried the flags of Brazil and the United Kingdom.
Event decoration details at the UK Embassy
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Flag of the United Kingdom with Charles's coronation seal
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Presentation stage
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A frame bearing a picture of King Charles and Queen Camilla
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UK Embassy gifts
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Delights
With English roots, and Chef Saulo Jennings She prepared a menu that was tasted and approved by the guests. Stephanie and the UK Embassy events team were involved in the process of creating the menu, which combines British and Brazilian flavours. “We made cheese with acai jelly; piracu cake, the symbolic fish of the Tapajos; Few tapioca dice with cupuacu jelly; And duck rice with tocopi and gumbo,” Stephanie reported.
In an interview for the article, Saulo provided more details about the delicacies. “It is a great honor to have this celebration of the King's coronation, after 70 years, we have done what he loves, which is to pay tribute to sustainability and care for the Amazon. We have not only brought an Amazonian menu, but a Brazilian menu.”
“In England, there is duck, so I made duck here with ingredients from the Amazon, tucupi and gumbo. I also made feijoica, which is a Brazilian version of feijoada with moqueca that includes gumbo and cumaru. “To close the menu, we have farofa, which has English roots, of course,” he added. .
Dishes selected for the event
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Buffet table by The Queen's Place
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Typical fruits of the Amazon
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Table with delicious dishes
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Brazilian delicacy
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Sweet drinks
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whiskey
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buffet: Queen's place
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