Foods

Review of Shaze Cafe

We visited Shaze Caf and met with the owner Mr. Sharfaz, who took time off his busy schedule to host us. Speaking to Life Online he explained the inspiration behind the caf.

Vegetarian Cuisine At Mathura

Mathura at Melbourne Avenue, Colombo 4, the newest addition on the list of vegetarian restaurants in Colombo had a grand opening recently. Celebrities and politicians graced the occasion. There was a scrumptious buffet laid out for the invitees.

Gourmet Burger Promotion At Sugar Bistro and Wine Bar

We decided to check out the Gourmet Burger Promotion which is currently on at the Sugar Bistro and Wine Bar and will span the entirety of July, and we weren’t disappointed. The burgers that packed a punch, hearty portion sizes and the excellent service won us over.

Koggala Weekend Seafood Fiesta

The Fortress Resort and Spa, known for its precise location overlooking the sea is home to a number of guests from diverse backgrounds. Taking your culinary experience to another level, the Koggala Weekend Seafood Fiesta was introduced a few weeks back to ensure that the guests get the best out of their stay.

Strawberry Cake

I feel the warm glow of summer would not shine so brightly if one does not indulge in a slice of this heavenly concoction. No, the slight hues of red does not mean it’s a red velvet or some absurd red food dyed cake. It is in fact the real deal. It’s wondrous, light as a feather, soft as the summer clouds with a hint of refreshingly sweet strawberries, THIS strawberry cake MUST be on your list of summer foods to try.

Baked Eggplant

Being a devout vegetarian isn’t the easiest lifestyle choice one can take. From a carnivore’s perspective I can see its limitations. Therefore I have taken on the liberty of delivering a non meat recipe today.

Foodie Colombo

We visited Nilomi Kurukulasooriya, the baker behind Foodie Colombo on a Saturday when she was preparing for the Colombo Food Festival the following day. She was extremely friendly and invited us into her lovely home in Nugegoda. She took time off her busy day to speak to us.

Dottie’s English Tea Room Reviewed

Dottie’s English Tea Room is a very recently opened typical English Tea Room. From the elegant fabric featuring vintage prints of roses to the teapot, it’s all so very authentic, classic and vintage English.

Sea Spray Restaurant Review

Sea Spray is a newly opened seafood restaurant at Galle Face Hotel. Executive Chef Adam Gaunt-Evans took time to walk us through the concept of the restaurant. One of their main goals is to work with local fresh produce and serve quality dishes.

Chocolate Semifreddo

You seemed puzzled... what may you ask is a semifreddo? Well, in the sunny shores of Italy, it’s the next best culinary concoction to ice cream and is literally eaten in the bucket loads. With a multiple number of flavours, from your decadent devilish chocolate to light and refreshing berries, the semifreddo refers to the group of semi-frozen desserts.

How To Make Faluda

Try out this easy recipe for faluda, and make it a part of your Eid table this week! The ingredients are simple, and can be found at any supermarket. Enjoy!

Divine

This is a place you really need to stop over when passing Queens Road. Many of the Divine cakes are of that original flavour we still crave for at times and the desserts are exceptional. They also have a range of delicious savouries that you can try out.

Grande Gourmet at Nirj’s

Located at Horton Place, Colombo 7, Grande Gourmet at Nirj’s offers something different. As you walk in the dcor you see is authentic Emperor Louis Napoleon era. The walls are adorned with family photographs of the prominent families of Colombo’s elite society in the by gone years.

Far East Indonesian Cuisine

We dropped by the Racecourse Good Market the past weekend - despite it being a gloriously hot day - and decided on some good old Indonesian fare, which led us to Far East Indonesian Cuisine. They have quite a focused offering, which consisted mostly of various rice mains.

Cheesy Bowl Burgers

In our household the summer holidays are near, with the end of the term tests over and year end assemblies winding down, everyone is a buzz with what lies ahead, carefree summer days of trips, picnics and barbecues.

Subway Mount Lavinia

Subway, the international healthy food chain opened a new branch in Mount Lavinia (right opposite Odel). With lots of eateries that

Sea Spray Reopens

A timeless paean to South Asian sensuality, the Sea Spray Restaurant reopens with a promise to take you on a magical journey that 

Bubblelement

We decided to drop by Bubblelement, a quaint and quirky little space with a focus on bubble tea located next to The Boulevard on

Tosakanth Roast Paan

Tosakanth - what’s with this name? That’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear it. Hence that’s what we checked on first, before we tasted the sandwiches.

Recipe : Chocolate Lasagna

Just like the savoury version, this sweet and enticingly delectable dessert will not disappoint. Yes I agree there might be a few

Salome Bites Tiramisu

Another simple dessert, this is a cheat version of tiramisu and more suitable for children as it is sweeter!

Bavarian Garden at Waters Edge

Specialising in authentic German cuisine, the recently opened Bavarian Garden at Waters Edge is an ideal location to enjoy recipes 

‘Mex’ Reviewed

Tired of eating the same old Chinese or Indian food? Make your way to Casa Colombo situated in Colombo 04. They opened the

Recipe : Brownie Tiramisu

Yes, you read it right and no you haven't died and gone to foodie heaven. There does exist, hold the applause - a dish known as

TSC: Apple Crumble Mug Cake

Exhausting weekdays have become a part of everyday life. Therefore comfort food has become a necessity. But rather than

Salome Bites Prawn Cocktail Shots

This recipe is a cross between a prawn cocktail and a Bloody Mary and suitable for adult parties! A quick and easy addition to the starter table!

Love Bites

This week too we met a group of fabulous home bakers who make up Love Bites. This smooth home run operation creates some of

Recipe Wet Burrito

Whenever I eat Mexican food I feel like I’m on a long seaside holiday. Bliss. Maybe the combination of the spicy flavours mingling with the beans, avocado and the rich tomato sauce, it’s just sensational.