Foods

Tang Dynasty

Yes, I admit, we all love the sauce filled, oily, MSG loaded Sri Lankan Chinese but you do tire of it.

Oktoberfest at Hilton Colombo

Hilton Colombo today announced their 21st authentic Bavarian food and brew festival Oktoberfest from October 23, to November 1, at the sports centre arena.

National Pasta Day at Bayleaf

The Bayleaf, popular Italian restaurant, set in a grand colonial mansion, celebrates National Pasta Day on Friday, 17th October  with a special menu that includes the homemade fresh pasta range.

Caramel Snickerdooble Bar

When I initially came across this dessert I thought it was one of those fanciful treats you find in a kid’s book.

MOD’ART International in Colombo

Mod’Art International is a renowned French fashion school offering fashion education in partnership with Perpignan University of France.

Richard Toix at Clique

Richard Toix, renowned for his mastery in the art of fusion food, brings with him to Sri Lanka, over 20 years of culinary experience and enthusiasm.

Oktoberfest at TGI Fridays

TGI FRIDAYS is painting Colombo Fort, Blue and White as it welcomes the ‘Okoberfest’, the World’s largest Funfair. A 16-day carnival of authentic Bavarian food, beverages and games, Oktoberfest is now on at TGI FRIDAYS till the 11th of October.

Passport to Seafood at MFM

Award winning popular restaurant chain The Manhattan FISH MARKET Sri Lanka, announced its ‘Passport to Seafood Feast’ promotion this month. Diners can indulge in the one of a kind sea-lection of eight great offers as part of the promotion.

The Startup Cook –Chocolate Sauce

At present, the economy is such that, one cannot always afford a good quality imported chocolate sauce every time they require one.

Fundraiser for CSDB

A fundraiser exhibition for Ceylon School for the Deaf & Blind (CSDB) will be presented at Saskia Fernando Gallery from 8th - 10th October 2014.

Gujarati at the Mango Tree

October marks a special occasion at The Mango Tree, and they invite customers to join them in celebrating Navrathri, Dussehra and Diwali by having a month-long Gujarati food festival.

Murder On The Orient Express

Murder is on the menu at The Mount Lavinia Hotel as it partners with The Annix Group to present the fourth in the series of VIP events.

Run For Their Lives 2014

Run For Their Lives is a charity run organized by the Rotaract Club of Colombo Uptown in order to raise funds towards the purchase of medicine for the National Cancer Institute, Maharagama and bring about awareness of the plight of cancer patients in Sri Lanka.

Chicken Pot Pie Soup

As interestingly as this soup sounds, it doesn’t disappoint in flavour leading to an intense satisfaction of mind, body and soul!

The Startup Cook – Pavlova!

Since I hopped on to the baking wagon, I have always wanted to make pavlovas. No really, my dream dessert is a summer berry pavlova with whipped cream, raspberries, strawberries and you know…

Contemporary Ballet with Seneka

Seneka Abeyratne will conduct contemporary ballet classes at AFKO on a regular basis for children (08-14 years) and adults (minimum age 15).

The Art of Public Speaking

Public speaking can be defined as a presentation of your thoughts and feelings in a meaningful manner.

Rocco and Coco

What was the thinking behind naming them? Rocco: They were bought in Canada where I lived and the mayor of Toronto at the time was Mr Rocco Rossi – hence Rocco was named after the Mayor!

Vegan Treats at Délicieux

No matter how hard you try to stay away from those sinfully sweet treats there are times you just need to give in, after all, we are human!

Tuna at YUMI

Japanese Resto bar 'YUMI' of Taj Samudra, Colombo will feature a selection of dishes bound to tantalize the taste buds of connoisseurs of Japanese haute cuisine.

Red Bull Doodle Art

Sachintha Maweekumbura from Ranabima Royal College, Kandy wins local Red Bull Doodle Art competition to exhibit at global gallery in Cape Town.

Wagon Wheel Slices

Don’t get me wrong I like desserts just like everyone else. But truth be told, when I think about the ingredients, the stirring, the beating, the blanching, the blending and the occasional icing..I’d rather leave it to the professionals.

Said by Sri Lankan Mums

Remember the show "Kids say the darndest things" hosted by Bill Cosby back in the day? There should be a remake of this show replacing kids with Sri Lankan Mothers!

TGI Fridays Celebrates 1st Year

TGI Friday’s Sri Lanka latest phenomena in the entertainment-dining arena is celebrating its 1st year Anniversary with the launch of a brand new menu that promises to deliver a sensational meal experiences in a truly enthralling environment.

WAD 2014 at Odel

As big as buses they may be, but whales can be stressed out by boatloads of eager sightseers buzzing them in their natural habitat, and so fashion retailer Odel has made responsible whale-watching its cause for World Animal Day 2014.

Kebab Mania at Casa Colombo

A variety of delicious fiery Kebabs are available at Casa Colombo made to exquisite standard. Foodies can dine in and enjoy the mouthwatering taste for 10 days from the 25th of September.

Fusion of Fashion + Food

Colombo Fashion Week (CFW), which introduced its Resort edition as a single day event in 2012, is now a four-day showcase of the best of resort wear fashion.

Granny Boyd’s Biscuits

Nigella Lawson is perhaps the most charming and enigmatic home cooks on the food network.

V Try U Buy – Éclairs Pt 2

Éclairs are a quintessential favourite in Sri Lanka, especially for a light snack in between meals or as a classic tea time treat – best paired with a steaming cup of tea or coffee.