Some chefs train in culinary schools. Others learn through years of apprenticeships in professional kitchens. And then there are those, like Mansa, who absorb the craft by simply watching, by standing at the elbow of someone who knows food in a way that can’t be taught.
Colombo’s restaurant and nightlife scene just got an exciting new addition with the launch of Chill Colombo, an upscale restaurant, bar, and café located at The Mall at Port City Colombo. This two-storey restaurant brings a fresh energy to the city, offering an elevated culinary and nightlife experience, blending local and international flavours in an atmosphere of contemporary elegance.
How do our food experts cook & eat? This week, the founder of Calorie Counter, celebrating its 10th year anniversary, Duaine Peiris takes our Q&A!
A slice of Bali arrives in Colombo as Hilton Colombo Residencies hosts its Balinese Food Festival from 7 to 21 February 2025 to journey to the heart of Bali. The Festival, curated by Chefs Ed and Ray from Hilton Bali Resort, is an exclusive buffet that showcases the bold, vibrant and aromatic flavours of Balinese cuisine with slow-cooked stews, grilled meats, indulgent desserts and free-flow of house cocktails and mocktails.
Sitting down with Yu Mei Kumarasinghe, I was immediately drawn to the sight of her expertly folding delicate sheets of dough with practised ease. Each fold and each pinch spoke of passion, patience, and years of experience. As the owner of Mei’s Jiaozi, Yu Mei has built a reputation for bringing dumplings to life, leaving a lasting impression on her customers. As the dumplings gently simmered in the water, she shared the story of how it all began
Award-winning TV chef and broadcaster Andi Oliver has enjoyed a rich and varied career rooted in food and music. She has been a judge, contributor, and presenter on various BBC food programmes. Andi first rose to fame in 1981 as the frontwoman of the band Rip Rig and Panic alongside Neneh Cherry. She later hosted numerous TV music shows, festivals, and programmes, performing at prestigious venues such as The Royal Albert Hall and the West End.
There’s something about Kandy’s crisp evening air that makes a good meal even better. Maybe it’s the mist rolling over the hills, the cool breeze carrying the scent of rain, or just the way the city slows down after dusk. Either way, Hideout Lounge Kandy proved to be the perfect place to settle in for a night of good food, great company, and a little indulgence.
Born in Kenya to Indian parents, Ravinder Bhogal is an award-winning journalist, author, chef and restaurateur. Ravinder’s acclaimed restaurant, Jikoni, in Marylebone, is inspired by her mixed heritage, and the UK’s diverse immigrant culture. Her ‘no borders kitchen’ celebrates the narrative of those who have the ache for what they left behind, yet wonder about their new landscape.
This January, Hilton Colombo’s Graze Kitchen kicks off the year with a ‘Timeless Taste of India’ where guests are invited to indulge in India’s vibrant and diverse flavours at its exclusive showcase of Indian cuisine at the buffet, available every day until 19th January 2025.
Colombo’s buzzing social scene just got a refreshing twist to kick off the New Year! Say hello to Sober Social Colombo—Sri Lanka’s first-ever dry bar that’s redefining what it means to have a good time. Forget the booze; this place is all about vibrant garden vibes, mouthwatering fine dining, and a lineup of mocktails so good that you won’t even miss the alcohol.
When it comes to authentic Jaffna cuisine, My Sister’s Kitchen (MSK) has made its mark as a trusted name for over a decade. A home-based cloud kitchen, MSK brings the bold, soulful flavours of Jaffna to life, whether it’s for intimate family dinners, lively gatherings, or special occasions. At the heart of this venture is Thushara Innasithamby, a passionate Cook and ex-banker who has blended tradition and creativity to create a unique culinary ex
We are no strangers to infamous sayings such as “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” or “you are what you eat” which were devised to promote healthy eating from an early age. But, there’s one that needs a little more looking into - “eat the rainbow.”
Welcome to the Ultimate Christmas Experience at Park Street Gourmet! The season of joy, indulgence, and giving is here, and PSG is ready to make your celebrations unforgettable. From show-stopping festive treats to bespoke hampers and everything in between, they sprinkle a little magic into your holidays. Do you want something for everyone? It’s time you plan a shopping date now!
Gourmet Galle 2025, is seven weeks of mouth-watering gourmet events that span from January 27 to March 9, 2025, bringing together globally celebrated and homegrown chefs to host intimate dinners, cocktails, pop-up events and culinary masterclasses at Sri Lanka’s finest boutique hotels, private villas, and luxury venues along the South Coast.
It’s finally here! Barista has launched their Christmas menu for 2024 and yes… it’s festive and delicious. The Christmas menu includes six festive drinks, six flavourful savories, and three Christmasy desserts.
Unveiling its newest culinary venture, a delectable Italian menu, Mad Dogs continue to showcase their expanded expertise in the art of gastronomy.
How do our food experts cook & eat? This week, Michelin-starred Chef Piyachart “Boy” Puttawong, consulting chef for Amari Colombo, takes our Q&A!
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, we feature Amari Colombo’s Thai speciality chef– Chef Pear ahead of the hotel’s grand opening.
The Embassy of Italy in Colombo is delighted to announce the 9th Worldwide Week of Italian Cuisine, which will commence on the 16th of November with a Launch event at Villa Roma, dedicated to press and media operators. This will be followed by promotional initiatives at some of Colombo’s most prestigious hotels such as Cinnamon Life, Cinnamon Grand, Shangri-La and Taj Samudra, in the following week, in celebration of the authentic tastes of Ital
How do you typically eat at a restaurant? You sit down, check the menu, you order, the food is cooked and brought to your table and you gobble it down. Sounds a bit boring, don’t you think? How about you sit down, order and you get to cook your meals, grill meat and watch a chef put on a culinary show right in front of you? Sounds entertaining right?That’s exactly what you can experience with Korean BBQ, Chinese hot pot and Japanese teppanyaki.
It’s been two years since we spoke to home baker Sharone De Lambert of Sharon’s Cakes, and a lot has changed. Known for her elegant, custom-made birthday and wedding cakes, Sharone has expanded on her creative journey, opening a cosy new cupcake shop in Negombo – Cupcakes by Sharon.
Dining at Yi Jing, located at ITC Ratnadipa, is always a bit of an event. With its expansive views and sleek décor, the restaurant manages to feel both modern and timeless, stunning during the day and equally captivating at night. Yi Jing straddles both the past and present; while the modern décor features sleek lines and unobstructed city views, hints of tradition are woven in, particularly evident in the open kitchen where diners can watch chef
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, food content creator, Nivanthi Wijerathna of @nivithelankangirl, takes our Q&A!
If you are thinking of doing something fancy and different for a birthday, picnic, or anything you want to celebrate, a charcuterie board is always a good idea. But we all know it’s not too easy to find everything we need to make the standard charcuterie board here in Sri Lanka. Even if you do find them, you might end up emptying your pockets ($$$). So here’s the blueprint for creating a cheese board…. Sri Lankan style. Alright then, let’s get th
Paan Paan has been the go-to bakery on Staple Street, known for its artisanal bread and delectable pastries that have kept customers coming back for years. With a recent expansion, founder Aboo Yusoof is bringing a fresh twist to Colombo’s dynamic food scene.
The rich and vibrant flavours of Pakistan have come alive in Colombo at the Pakistani Food Festival, hosted by Courtyard by Marriott Colombo from October 4th to the 13th, 2024. Courtyard by Marriot Colombo in partnership with the High Commission of Pakistan in Sri Lanka and Sri Lankan Airlines, launched the highly anticipated festival with a grand dinner celebration on October 3rd. The event brought together distinguished guests for an evening ce
Our fun informal foodie group descend on Mays Table, a Thai food experience that is currently hot gossip in Colombo. At the upstairs location in the Arcade Clock Tower, we get a very warm welcome, despite this being our first visit. Seven of us sit around a long table, I really prefer round tables so you can talk to everybody. The decor is classic Sri Lankan furniture in a stylish finish.
When two chefs with distinct culinary backgrounds collaborate, magic happens. Tabé, the contemporary Japanese restaurant in Colombo, recently played host to a unique dining experience—432, an eight-course dinner spread over two nights. But 432 was more than just a number; it symbolised something much deeper: 4 hands, 3 cultures, 2 chefs. The brainchild of Wishmalak Perera and Gimhani Wickremesinghe, 432 was a culinary love letter crafted through
There is something charming about a place that feels unapologetically small, almost as if it were thrown together from passion rather than polished intent. That’s precisely the first impression of The Chinwag, a new dumpling house in Colombo 7 run by siblings Hashanthi and Malinda Madugalle. The name itself is a cheeky nod to British slang, meaning a friendly chat. The type of place that invites one for a quick talk or gossip between friends bef
The historic Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct recently welcomed a fresh culinary addition: Autarch. This new restaurant, a joint venture by Janaka Dias and Upeksha Seneviratne, promises to elevate Sri Lanka’s dining scene with a fusion of Japanese and Thai flavours.
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