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.
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.
An easy peasy way to get the kids to eat spinach and actually enjoy it! This is an amazing vegetarian dip and can also be eaten with nachos or pita bread!
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 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 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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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, the international healthy food chain opened a new branch in Mount Lavinia (right opposite Odel). With lots of eateries that
This is a quick and easy dessert recipe which requires only 3 ingredients! I usually make this for the kids but adults seem to love it more!
A timeless paean to South Asian sensuality, the Sea Spray Restaurant reopens with a promise to take you on a magical journey that
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 - 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.
Just like the savoury version, this sweet and enticingly delectable dessert will not disappoint. Yes I agree there might be a few
Another simple dessert, this is a cheat version of tiramisu and more suitable for children as it is sweeter!
Specialising in authentic German cuisine, the recently opened Bavarian Garden at Waters Edge is an ideal location to enjoy recipes
Tired of eating the same old Chinese or Indian food? Make your way to Casa Colombo situated in Colombo 04. They opened the
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
Exhausting weekdays have become a part of everyday life. Therefore comfort food has become a necessity. But rather than
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!
This week too we met a group of fabulous home bakers who make up Love Bites. This smooth home run operation creates some of
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.
An all-time Chinese favourite, this recipe is easy, quick and sure to be a hit at any occasion! Suitable for both kids’ and adult parties!
I have met a number of home bakers on my journey as a food writer and something common with them is how each of them strive to
We dropped by Tenderfresh recently at their new location on Duplication Road (they were previously located at Wijerama Mawatha),
There has been many a pasta dish that has come to my rescue when a hurried midweek meal was needed
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