Gastritis is a general term for a group of conditions with one thing in common; inflammation of the lining of the stomach. Some of its symptoms are nausea and vomiting and abdominal pain or burning sensation in the upper abdomen. We interviewed Dr Uditha Dassanayake, Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist to discuss Gastritis.
Rajani Serasinghe opened her art exhibition, “Nature’s Abundance: Mosiac Impressions of Tropical Flora & Fauna” at Social Affairs on Stratford Avenue for public viewing from March 22nd to 27th. At the exhibition, several of her art pieces are on display at the café for viewing and purchase – each piece reflecting the vibrant and vivacious f lora and fauna of Sri Lanka
When I introduce myself as a taphophile, the first question many people ask me is “What’s a taphophile?’’. My simple answer is that it’s someone who enjoys visiting cemeteries and their associated history. On a grander scale, we all enjoy a little black tourism. This relates normally to locations that are known because of major events that took place. I’ve written about many. E.g. Auschwitz, the Irish uprising, Hiroshima and numerous locations in
From that very first moment, when the darkened hall was filled with a crescendo of trills, ululations, growls, and yips, the performers had the audience completely captivated. Conceived and choreographed by Umeshi Rajeendra, (UN)THREAD premiered on the 16th and 17th of March in the Lotus Room of the BMICH. Artistic Director of MeshGround - Umeshi is well known for creating inspired, original, provocative performances that address social, cultural
Tucked away in the charming Park Street Mews, ‘Chambers’ is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. This restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, with dishes that are works of art, bursting with rich flavours. Prepare to embark on a colourful flavour adventure through the world of Middle Eastern cuisine! Chambers has a fascinating family legacy. Inspired by two decades of living in the Middle East, the owners transformed their grandfather
Ports of Call Taj Samudra Colombo’s Iftar dinner buffet will run from the 20th of March to the 10th of April from 6 pm onwards. The net price per person is Rs. 7700/- for adults and Rs. 3850/- for kids aged 5-12. This is an amazing deal as the buffet includes a wide array of dishes. Executive Chef Sajesh Nair along with his Executive Sous Chef Prince Muthukumara, Pastry Chef Sumedha Janaka and their team have worked together to produce a delightf
A household name both in Sri Lanka and abroad, Peter Kuruvita’s culinary journey began in the traditional kitchen of his ancestral home in Colombo, Sri Lanka. With over 4 decades of experience, he has flourished as an award-winning chef, restaurateur, TV presenter, author and industry speaker and has put Sri Lankan cuisine on the culinary maps of the world. He successfully established Sydney’s iconic Flyish Fish Restaurant & Bar in 2004 and Noos
Today on the Buzz I speak about a local brand that’s winning the world - Carnage - and I’m speaking to the man who founded the brand. It’s one thing to be fit, it’s another thing to be fit enough to build a brand when the economy and the market were totally against it all. Today the brand has grown and opened its new branch in Kandy; the biggest yet to open. I spoke to him about his success story.
Sri Lankan racing sensation Eshan Pieris won at 12 Hours of Sepang in Malaysia this weekend, with the absolute Racing Porsche 911 GT3 R together with Anderson Haryanto and Dorian Boccolacci, finishing first in class and second overall. He is geared up for a remarkable 2024 racing season with the GT World Challenge Asia 2024 set for April. Eshan Pieris has a rich history in racing, having won the X30 Senior Class in the Macau International Kart G
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, hotelier and food blogger Shihan of @benjaskitchen takes our Q&A!
Today I go back to the days of royalty and elegance at the LOVI’s flagship experience store at the Iconic Galle Face Hotel. “Walking into the Gall
Today on the Buzz, I have Kamilka Perera who is known as the painting architect, her love for creativity and colours has made her the most wanted cand
Today on the Buzz, I speak to Gary Mehigan, the renowned British-Australian Michelin Star celebrity chef and famed former original judge of MasterChef