Lamprais At Kaema Sutra
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.
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Desserts and Tea at Park Street Mews
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.
Tastes Of Penang
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’.
Taco Bell In Sri Lanka?
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’’.
The Startup Cook - Kanji
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.
Napkin Etiquette
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.
Bommu At OZO Kandy
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.
It’s All About The Chickpeas!
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.
For The Love Of Salad!
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.
Calorie Lab: Banana Chocolate Milkshake
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!
Cuptails
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 Yuppie Review: Bangkok
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.
Home Baker of the Week: Aru de Silva
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.
Subway Opens New Branch In Ethul Kotte
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.
Cinnamon Life presents George Calombaris in Colombo
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.
Special Father’s Day Luncheon at Rare
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!
A Greek Feast By George Calombaris
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.
Tammy & Co.
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.
Top 5 Vegetarian Restaurants In Colombo
This week on Ethical Life, Cat Douglas breaks down her top five places in Colombo for delicious vegetarian fare!
George Calombaris In Colombo This Week
Cinnamon Life is set to present two exclusive dinners curated by renowned MasterChef judge and Australian celebrity chef George Calombaris, at the Atrium, Cinnamon Grand Colombo, on June 9th and 10th. George has customized the dinner menus especially for his visit to Sri Lanka, and they will feature his trademark authentic Greek style of cooking, with a local twist.
Iftar in Colombo
Ramadan is a time of spirituality and reflection, but it is also a time for sharing food - especially Iftar table staples such as conjee, short eats and dates - with our loved ones and neighbours. While homemade Iftar is made with plenty of love, once in a while, you just want to take a break and eat out. So whether you’re observing Ramadan, or you’re simply a fan of food served at Iftar tables, this list is here to help.
Special Iftar Buffet At Cinnamon Lakeside
With the holy month of Ramadan having started a few days back, premier five-star urban resort Cinnamon Lakeside has introduced a special Iftar buffet for those observing. Priced at Rs. 2650 nett, the month-long promotion will be on from 6:00PM to 8:00PM, starting May 27, at the hotel’s main restaurant, The Dining Room.
Ethical Eats: Smokeys - The Brownie Bar
When you think of making chocolate brownies you usually think they need to be full of dairy milk chocolate and eggs to get that fudgy flavour, but one clever home cook has developed a range of brownies that are still big on taste and light on unethical ingredients. Meet Tashie Jackson, the creator of Smokeys - The Brownie Bar.
The Leaf
Using a slightly tweaked traditional Burgher recipe, Shalika Perera dishes out some awesome lamprais. His business, The Leaf has been in operation over the past five years but he only took on orders to be delivered on a Sunday. Lucky for us, that has changed and they now take on orders right throughout the week.
Special Iftar buffet at Cinnamon Grand
Premier five-star city hotel Cinnamon Grand will honour this holy month in the Islamic calendar leading up to Ramadan with an array of special Iftar offerings designed to bring together families and colleagues in harmonious fellowship.
The Startup Cook - Parmesan Pasta Sauce
To be frank, I am not crazy about a white pasta sauce, because when it comes to pasta I need my good old tomato pesto. But NOW, that has all changed thanks to the discovery of affordable parmesan. This recipe which is essentially based on a béchamel sauce is your refuge on crazy weekdays. Requiring only a few ingredients and 20 minutes of your time, this pasta sauce is a cheesy blessing that is set to make your life easy!
Alexandra & Ward and Café Nihonbashi
Being able to indulge in two of our favourite cuisines, Italian and Japanese under one roof got us quite excited. Located at The Promenade at Odel (Alexandra Place), Alexandra & Ward and Café Nihonbashi is a casual and cosy spot where you can have excellent Neapolitan pizza, sushi, dumplings and a delightful fusion of Western cuisine all under one roof.
Paella Nights At GoH
The Harbour Room at Grand Oriental Hotel has just started a new offering for the foodies of Colombo. It’s all about Spanish food and paella on Friday nights. In Spain, paella is the dish that unites the people. According to the Spanish, there are more paella recipes than there are stars in the sky! We dropped in at GoH recently to check out this paella offering.
New Additions To The Long Feng Menu!
Premier five-star urban resort Cinnamon Lakeside in its continued efforts to offer its guests unique experiences that promotes an ’inspired living’ concept recently welcomed Chef Huanxi Yan to take on the reigns of the Long Feng restaurant.
It’s An Endless High Tea At The Hilton Colombo!
Some good things don’t have to come to an end, not at all! In fact, some good things can go on throughout the day. So what GRAZE KITCHEN has done starting on May 27 (this Saturday), is extend their lavish and scrumptious High Tea to two sittings throughout the day on Saturdays, Poya days and any public holiday so that you can enjoy one of the best high teas in Colombo at leisure.
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