Rishi Sunak And Akshata Murthy Grab a Coffee At This Popular Coffee Shop in Bengaluru, Read All The Details

Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty were recently spotted enjoying a casual coffee date at Third Wave Coffee, a popular coffee chain in Bengaluru. The power couple, who are currently visiting India, were seen placing orders at the counter and later settling down at a table in the establishment.Dressed in his signature white shirt and black trousers, Sunak, 44, was accompanied by his wife Akshata, who opted for an elegant pastel kurta for the outing. The couple appeared relaxed as they perused the menu and even took time to pose for selfies with fellow patrons at the café.Third Wave Coffee, with over 90 outlets across India is one of the country’s leading destinations for high quality artisanal coffees. This thoughtfully curated spot sources its beans directly from historic estates like the 120-year-old Baarbara Estate in Chikmagalur's Western Ghats, where shade-grown coffee flourishes in rich soil under sustainable practices. Their state-of-the-art in-house roasting facility handles small batches with precision, developing specific profiles to unlock optimal flavours and aromatics, while their custom grinding service caters to each patron's brewing method. Beyond technical excellence, the shop embodies a philosophy of care that extends from fair trade relationships with farmers to ethical pricing for customers, ensuring that exceptional coffee remains accessible to all while maintaining the highest standards of quality and sustainability throughout the entire process.

Their coffee shop visit wasn't the only highlight of their Bengaluru trip. Earlier in the week, the couple, along with Akshata's parents - Infosys founder Narayana Murthy and Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty - visited the Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt in Jayanagar, South Bengaluru. The family sought blessings during the auspicious month of Kartik, participating in traditional rituals and ceremonies.A heartwarming moment that caught social media's attention was when Sudha Murty was seen handing out cash to both Rishi and Akshata for making offerings during the pooja - a gesture that many online users described as a quintessential "peak Indian mom" moment.Also Read: The Sunaks are reportedly staying at Akshata's parents' residence in Bengaluru's Jayanagar area during their visit. While the couple hasn't shared any updates about their Bengaluru trip on their social media platforms, their casual coffee shop outing has certainly caught the public's attention.Interestingly, Sunak, who is of Punjabi origin, has maintained strong religious and cultural connections with India even after his tenure as the UK Prime Minister. The couple's love story began at Stanford University, where they met while pursuing their studies. They are now parents to two daughters, Anoushka and Krishna. Their recent visit to Bengaluru showcases not just their connection to the city but also their embrace of both modern urban culture and traditional spiritual practices.