A celebration of taste, wine and sophistication at The Leela Palace in Chennai
Chennai's P3Ps gathered together for an exquisite evening of indulgence. The setting brought together diplomats, business people, artists and socialites as they mingled over select French wines and a delightful cuisine.
The event turned out to be an evening of tasteful conversations, with a touch of old-world charm, where politics, cricket and Wimbledon were discussed.
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