The history of Ceylon tea dates back to the times of James Taylor - the pioneer of the tea industry in the then Ceylon. Back in 1867, he marked the birth of the tea industry by initiating a tea plantation concept at the Loolecondera estate in Galaha, Kandy. With a massive evolution in the industry, today the Sri Lankan tea leaf is exported to various countries from around the world.
Kingsbury Hotel will offer the culinary expertise of Chef Eric Berrigaud as he presents a variety of French cuisine at various restaurants at the Kingsbury Hotel. A creative, ambitious and skilled Executive Chef with a combined experience of more than 20 years in the food and beverage as well as the hospitality industries with internationally acclaimed hotels and restaurants in France, Caribbean and Thailand, Chef Eric cooks from the heart with g
Grand Oriental Hotel has organised a delectable buffet of Jaffna cuisine for all the Jaffna food lovers from the 22nd of June to 1st of July 2017 at Harbour Room. Bringing Jaffna to Colombo, the Hotel’s international restaurant which has a lovely ambience and a scenic view of Colombo Harbour, will host guests to experience a little bit of Jaffna with the endeavour of adding cultural diversity to cuisine.
If there was an ever a vegetable that can be made in a hundred different ways it has got to be the carrot! Used in both sweet and savoury preparations, carrots are loved by both vegetarian and non-vegetarian foodies. It makes beautiful sides for your meats, raw - it can be enjoyed as a healthy snack, and more importantly carrots give you so many health benefits that it should definitely be included in your diet regularly.
The second we thought of doing a roundup of all the places that serve healthy food only did we realize we had no idea what really constitutes as ’healthy’. Is it healthy when the food has no oil? Is it healthy if it’s just vegetables and fruits? We were on a mission to find out. After a small Google search, we set about to check out all the restaurants claiming to be serving healthy dishes.
Most people have French toast for breakfast but I end up eating it as a snack. If I am being completely honest, sometimes even as dessert! It is one of the easiest things to make to fulfill your sweet cravings and healthier than eating any artificial sugars.
Celebrating their first year anniversary in great style, recently Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa had laid out a feast for their guests. Their chefs needless to say, present some of the most delicious dishes you can find. You should definitely make a trip to find out for yourself. Or if ever you are visiting the area just pop by for a meal.
Ishara describes herself as ’’a whimsical, pint sized, self taught baker’’ who discovered her love for baking when she was around 10 years old. ’’It all started with my mother suggesting that I try making some brownies. I’ve been hooked ever since then and it’s become my passion to make sweet things happen.’’ Ishara is the friendly face behind ’Baker in Heels’ which has been going strong since 2015.
Do you ever get that feeling late in the night when you feel like cake but the shops are closed or you don’t have enough money or the energy to make one? I have this problem. I like cake, but I don’t want to eat a massive slice. But through the magic of the Internet, there’s a new cake craze happening. It’s called the mug-cake, no not mud cake, MUG cake. It’s as simple as it sounds - cake in a coffee mug.
Yumi the Japanese Restaurant at Taj Samudra brings to you an all new Katsu menu. This simple a la carte menu doesn’t have too many items, but features the popular katsu dishes. It has two types of soup, four starters, four mains and two desserts.
Phuket is an island off Thailand with some beautiful beaches and culture to match. A prime tourist destination, the island serves up some of the finest in entertainment and is adorned with a range of street-side diners and restaurants.
Lamprais was launched at Kaema Sutra on June 6, 2017 with the idea of keeping this well-respected Sri Lankan Dutch favourite as authentic to its roots as possible.
Park Street Mews has teamed up with Teaeli, Sri Lanka’s first designer tea brand, to give their customers the perfect culinary delight to wrap up their day with their new “Desserts and Tea” menu.
Rich in history, culture and scenic landscapes, Malaysia is the ideal travel destination. Each place is unique and has something special to offer. However when it comes to food the undisputed champion is Penang which is dubbed the ’Culinary Capital of Malaysia’.
Fans of USA-based Mexican fast food chain Taco Bell can rejoice because news is rife that they’re about to set up shop in our shores. Having served legions of fans in many parts of the world, Taco Bell will undoubtedly satiate Sri Lankan palates with their Tex-Mex fare that includes tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos and more, in addition to their famous ’’value meals’’.
One of my favourite things about the holy month of Ramazan is the food! I have Muslim neighbours around me and the scents wafting during the breaking fast times are definitely mouthwatering! Having said that, my own household too makes some great treats and in particular my favourite is kanji.
Napkins. At restaurants, we rarely think twice about them. We toss them around, don’t use them and tuck them into clothes. While it may not seem like it, napkin etiquette is as important as other forms of etiquette. Especially because we come across as more considerate to the fellow diners at the table as well as to the wait staff. Here are some of the basics you need to know.
If you live in Kandy or if you are just visiting, there really is no better place to unwind and relax than Bommu at OZO Kandy whilst indulging in breathtaking views of the historic city. Bommu has a wide selection of local and international cuisines that will definitely titillate your tastebuds and awaken your senses.
First of all, I have to confess that I am not a vegetarian myself, but enjoy many vegetarian dishes. I grew up around a vegetarian grandmother and the way she ate always fascinated me. And that is the inspiration behind starting this column. Each week we will introduce you to an ingredient that vegetarians love with its health benefits and an easy recipe heroing it and you can easily try at home.
Let me confess that I am not a big fan of salads, so this recipe was a result of looking for one that I might enjoy. We tend to follow the same methods our mothers use when it comes to preparing salads, so I dared to be a little different and my family quite enjoyed it.
This column is inspired by the many attempts I have made in the past to follow a healthy diet. So I thought that it was time that we introduce a more fun way of eating healthy as I hope to embark on this journey once more. I have always wondered how people enjoy healthy diets as I never found it appealing until I found out that I have been doing it all wrong!
Over the years, Sanjini Munaweera has been creating delightful treats which are heavily influenced by her Burgher heritage. Her full time job has nothing to do with food, but it is her love for cooking that has resulted in the success of Cuptails which creates some of the finest homecooked goodies.
The city of Bangkok is a truly abundant travel experience, scoping attractions from the most unique entertainment to luxurious urban living and delightful cuisine. The food in Bangkok and in particular its vivid street food culture is arguably among the most fascinating aspects of life in the city and ranks Bangkok among the must visit lists of every Yuppie.
A Mathematics and Economics degree holder, Aru de Silva initially never envisioned a career path that didn’t relate to her field of education. A third generation baker, she eventually found her true calling, and her journey found its initial footing at the Christmas Bake Sale in 2010 and she has never looked back since. We sat down for a fun chat with Aru, the force behind The Sugar Shack.
There’s good news for the people in and around the Ethul Kotte and Rajagiriya areas! Subway, the world’s largest submarine sandwich restaurant chain has just opened their fourth restaurant at 491/1 Sri Jayawardenepura Road, Ethul Kotte. The foodies in the area can enjoy healthy, fresh and delectable submarine sandwiches and salads more often now.
The Masterclass with George Calombaris took place on the 10th of June at Cinnamon Lakeside. There were close to 50 participants who took part in the class. We were able to enjoy a clip of George’s stay in Sri Lanka which included his trip to Sigiriya and experience at Habarana Lodge.
Join Rare at Residence as they host an exclusive Father’s Day lunch in a celebration including the entire family on Sunday June 18th, from 12:00PM - 3:30PM. Here is your opportunity to take your dad out for an exceptional meal in an indulgent location surrounded by loved ones; just a small gesture to show him he deserves nothing but the best. After all, not all heroes wear capes!
Renowned MasterChef judge and Australian celebrity chef George Calombaris will be curating two exclusive dinners for culinary enthusiasts in Colombo this week. George’s trademark authentic Greek cuisine combines the freshest ingredients, with the use of creative flavour pairings and timeless presentation, to deliver culinary creations that are in a league of their own.
Upon drawing inspiration from her mum and grand aunts and constantly being surrounded by food (cakes and desserts in particular), Thamaya Rajapakse thought she should try her hand at opening a little food related business of her own.
This week on Ethical Life, Cat Douglas breaks down her top five places in Colombo for delicious vegetarian fare!
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