Colombo has tested me in many ways, but nothing bruised my spirit quite like the hunt for a decent steak. I spent years searching for a place that could give me a cut of meat that did not demand upper-body strength. Every few months, I would try a new restaurant, walk in with optimism, and walk out with a sore arm and a mood that needed recovery time. I slowly accepted the possibility that maybe this city simply was not built for great steak. I e

As the Sri Lanka Design Festival (SLDF) returns for its 16th edition this November, they are highlighting Colombo and its rich history, culture, creativity and design under the theme ‘What’s Your Colombo?’. Conceptualised and presented by the Academy of Design (AOD) and hosted by Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams, SLDF 2025 aims to be a citywide movement to position Colombo as South Asia’s next world-class creative capital.

Adapting the science of Feng Shui, one can create a better place of dwelling and enhance the prospects of business and relationships through proper arrangement and alignment. Feng Shui is all about energy levels and the alignment of our environment. With a positive frame of mind and the seed of happiness within us, one could generate a lot more peaceful and conducive environment, which strengthens the Feng Shui of the place of dwelling. A timely

I recently spent a half day in the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya, Kandy, which was my first visit. Appalling, considering I’ve lived in Sri Lanka for more than twenty-two years. More surprising with a holiday home in Victoria, forty-five minutes from Kandy. I’ve likely been to or through Kandy 120 plus times. So, in the company of three ladies, two Sri Lankans and one Australian, collectively known as ’’Charlie’s Angels’’, arrive at the g

Art has been a quiet, nurturing companion in her life for over two decades. It began many years ago when she accompanied her eldest daughter to her art classes. As she learned to draw, she too found herself drawn into the process, sketching simple lines that gradually grew into a deeper connection with creativity itself.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and this year, Sri Lanka’s getting something truly special! They’re back, bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever. The powerhouse duo Billy & Devashrie are here to make your December sparkle with A Classic Christmas 2025! From timeless carols to a touch of theatre, soul, and a whole lot of festive love, this is not just a concert… It’s a Christmas experience. So grab your hot chocolate, get comfy,

This year, Cargills partners with CentreStage Productions, one of Sri Lanka’s most innovative and celebrated theatre companies, to present a grand new musical production of Charles Dickens’ beloved classic, ’’A Christmas Carol,’’ slated for November 2025.

Dr Nirmala M. Pieris, a scientist by profession and storyteller by passion, announces the launch of her publication The Abeyesundere Family of Galle, the first in-depth account of the Abeyesundere family’s rich and enduring history. The official book launch will take place on 14 November 2025 at the Auditorium of the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute in Colombo.

From a coconut plantation in Weriyapola to handcrafted wellness blends in Colombo, SĀRA is more than a brand. It’s a story of three generations bound by the land. Co-founder Kaushalya Gunathilake speaks of humble beginnings, rediscovered family roots, and the quiet joy of turning abundance into purpose. What began as her personal pastime during the pandemic has blossomed into a tribute to her husband’s grandfather, the visionary cultivator Don Gu

From the moment we wake up, we’re already creating. The way sunlight forces its way into your room and lands softly on your wall, the way you drag your sleepy feet to make that first cup of coffee for the day...it’s all art. You may not realise it, but every blink, every breath, every soft smile, like when the coffee turns out just right, it’s all a masterpiece in its own form.