Foods

Sep. 28 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
A Culinary Journey to Jaffna: ’Yaalpana Santhai’ at Galle Face Hotel

I recently had the pleasure of attending the ’Yaalpana Santhai,’ a two-day Jaffna food festival hosted by the iconic Galle Face Hotel in Colombo, Sri Lanka. This gastronomic journey into Jaffna cuisine, which translates to ’Jaffna Market’ in English, promised an authentic experience of the rich culinary heritage of Jaffna. I had the opportunity to savour an array of traditional dishes, enjoy captivating performances, and immerse myself in the vib

Sep. 20 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
Türkiye Food Festival Unveiled at Courtyard by Marriott Colombo

The enchanting aroma of Turkish spices and the allure of exotic cuisine have descended upon Colombo, as the Türkiye Food Festival commences its culinary voyage. This festival, hosted by Courtyard by Marriott Colombo, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in Colombo and Turkish Airlines, was inaugurated during a spectacular dinner. The event welcomed dignitaries, diplomats, ministers, parliament members, ambassadors, well-wi

Sep. 20 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
Long Feng Revamped

“Hun yíng gung lín!” a warm greeting of welcome from the enthusiastic staff at Cinnamon Lakeside’s all-new, relaunched and revamped Long Feng. Now, Long Feng needs very little introduction; it has been one of Colombo’s coveted places for Chinese for quite some time with an unblemished reputation for consistently great food. But even the best restaurants occasionally need to liven things up.

Aug. 31 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
PRIMO: Where Classics Meet Local Delights

Primo is the embodiment of a deli’s core concept - a place where the artistry of sandwich-making is celebrated. Here, they’ve made it their mission to craft the finest sandwiches and shakes in town, unapologetically adhering to classic combinations while employing fresh, locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.

Aug. 21 ,  By  Tina Edward Gunawardhana
“I’d love to open a Steakhouse in Sri Lanka”: Azam Riyard shares the story of his steakhouse in the UK

Former Trinitian Azam Riyard is a larger-than-life personality. He is the owner of The Clubhouse Steakhouse situated on the outskirts of London. From flipping burgers and making basic steaks, he has now mastered the art of dry ageing and is now experimenting with dry-ageing seafood to cater to the growing number of pescatarian consumers. Not one to rest on his laurels, Riyard says he would be elated if he could open a steakhouse in Sri Lanka and

Aug. 17 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
Kathi Kanteen

With a history as rich and flavourful as its ingredients, the kathi roll has journeyed from a humble Mughlai eatery in Kolkata to become a global street food sensation, exemplifying how a simple yet brilliant idea can transcend time and place, igniting a global trend that’s as delicious as it is culturally significant. Today, these juicy, roasted kebab-filled delights wrapped in tender parathas have captured the hearts and appetites of food enthu

Aug. 17 , 
Mynt at Vivanta

I magine yourself arriving at the BIA. You happen to have a long flight and now you just want to relax at the nearest hotel. One good option or the only international option you can take is the Vivanta Hotel Colombo Airport Garden located just 5 minutes away. Unlike the general landscape, the entrance to the hotel building is designed just like a flight gate beckoning travellers straight from the airport. Incorporated by Tata Group in India, Viva

Aug. 10 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
Kuuraku Colombo 7th Anniversary Fair

Kuuraku Colombo, one of Colombo’s leading Japanese cuisine establishments, is gearing up to commemorate its 7th Anniversary with a captivating week-long event. This celebration will feature a series of engaging challenges designed for patrons, promising enticing rewards for participants!

Aug. 03 , 
Shangri-la Colombo to host Michelin-starred Chef Daniel Cheung

This August, Shangri-La Colombo welcomes internationally acclaimed Chef Daniel Cheung, Executive Chinese Chef at Shangri-La Singapore to host four exclusive dining events where guests can experience the age-old traditions of authentic Chinese cuisine. Chef Daniel brings 38 illustrious years in top-level traditional Cantonese cuisine, with the most recent being one-Michelin starred Shang Palace (2022) at Shangri- La Singapore and one-Michelin star

Jul. 28 ,  By  Tina Edward Gunawardhana
Award-Winning French Lankan Artisan Boulanger: Tharshan Selvarajah

A few weeks ago the French media was saturated with a story about Sri Lankan Tharshan Selvarajah winning the top title of the Meilleure Baguette de Tradition Française de la Ville de Paris (the best traditional French baguette of Paris). Not only Sri Lankans in France but those around the world were filled with pride that a fellow Lankan had to bear the French at their own skill of making baguettes. In an exclusive interview with Life Tharshan sp

Jul. 20 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
Headquarters By W15

When you think of Colombo, you often think of the hustle and bustle of the city, the constantly changing skyline, the curbside kades with their street food, and the city that comes alive at night. Step into the newly opened Headquarters by W15, a restaurant inspired by Colombo’s buzzing streets and vibrant landscapes, and you’ll step right into the heart of Colombo.

Jul. 20 , 
Cuisine Colombo

Some facts intrigued me when I researched and visited the multi-cuisine restaurant, ‘Cuisine Colombo’ for a review. Sushan Peiris, the founder of “Cuisine” is an accomplished lawyer by profession, qualified with his attorney qualifications all the way from England. He founded the Cuisine Colombo Restaurant chain in 2020 just three weeks prior to the country going in for a full lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jul. 14 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
Sake Colombo Japanese restaurant

Sake Colombo by Tsukiji Uoichi is by no means a new entry to the Japanese food scene in Sri Lanka; the restaurant first opened its doors back in 2010 and the ‘Tsukiji Uoichi’ brand is a well-known chain of Japanese restaurants in Tokyo. It has, however, recently come under new management, undergone rebranding and upgrading to operate as the newly reopened ‘Sake Colombo’ today.

Jul. 05 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
Sri Lankan Malay Food Festival

Malay Jiving, the recent hawker-style street food festival held at The Courtyard in Cinnamon Grand, Colombo, provided a unique opportunity for food enthusiasts to delve into the vibrant world of Sri Lankan Malay cuisine. With its impressive array of unique dishes and collaboration with veteran Sri Lankan Malay home cook Raleena Veero, the festival truly delivered an unforgettable culinary experience.

Jun. 29 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
Mongolian Street Opens Its Biggest Outlet Yet!

Few restaurants in and around Colombo can claim to have experienced rapid organic growth in just two to three years of operation, but Mongolian Street most certainly can. They’ve just opened their biggest outlet yet at No. 318, Torrington Avenue, Colombo 05, and the new outlet is an absolute treat.

Jun. 22 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
Hotel Manoli: A Levantine Culinary Adventure

When I first heard the name Hotel Manoli, I couldn’t help but imagine a charming little Sri Lankan eatery tucked away in a quaint village. But how wrong I was! Hotel Manoli, located at Food Studio, One Galle Face Mall, is a culinary gem that brings the flavours of Levantine cuisine to Colombo. As someone who is fond of Mediterranean cuisine, I was excited to try it out, and let me tell you - it was a delightful revelation.

Jun. 08 , 
Hyderabadi Food Festival at Taj Samudra

Taj Samudra, Colombo once again reignites the passion to indulge your taste buds. The Hyderabadi Food Festival will be held from 9th to 18th June 2023, as Navratna Restaurant of Taj Samudra welcomes the world of redefined regional cuisine and gourmet paradise, reflecting flavours of India in a contemporary way.

Jun. 01 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
7 Degrees Restaurants: Three Floors of Novel Dining Experiences

Located on Park Road in Colombo, 7 Degrees Restaurants is a unique dining destination that offers three floors of novel dining experiences. The restaurant boasts a menu that combines classic dishes with a unique twist, making it a must-visit spot for foodies who enjoy the bold flavours of the region.

May. 24 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
Scrumptious Cups By Nazrun

In this series, we talk to people who turned their passion for food and baking into a business idea. We talk to home bakers who are constantly experimenting and innovating and navigating through these difficult times to bring the sweet and the savoury to our doorsteps.

May. 24 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
The ‘Stache: A Brunch Spot Worth Discovering

If you’re on the lookout for the latest brunch spot with a cute ambience and a tantalizing menu, look no further than The ‘Stache, down De Fonseka Road, Colombo 5. Founded by Tash, who previously owned the renowned Tosakanth’s Roast Paan, this breakfast and brunch restaurant is a delightful addition to the culinary scene. Tash’s hands-on and diligent approach ensures that the staff are familiar with flavours and consistently deliver exceptional

May. 18 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
Crab Factory Now Open At The Taj Samudra Hotel

Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo announced the opening of their newly revamped speciality restaurant, the ‘Crab Factory.’ The new restaurant finds its space right next to the hotel’s popular speciality restaurant ‘Navaratna’ and offers private and intimate dining space for guests to relish mouth-watering crabs and fresh seafood catch.

May. 18 , 
Cinnamon Lakeside launches its brand-new Bento Boxes

Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo introduced their brand-new Bento Boxes available at the Royal Thai restaurant, all 5 weekdays between 12.00 PM -3.00 PM. Attending the tasting of the Corporate Lunch package, we got to observe that the Bento Boxes are equivalent to an executive lunch, fully competent to fulfil your ‘Grab and Go’ meal requirement.

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