Janani Hansakinkini Thilakarathne
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, Sri Lankan-born Janani of @jansistubitsukitchen takes our Q&A!
Foods
Shangri- La Colombo to host Michelin starred Chef Lahiru Jayasekera
This February, Shangri-La Colombo welcomes Michelin-Starred Chef Lahiru Jayasekera to host three exclusive Michelin star dining experiences at the Capital Bar & Grill. Chef Lahiru joins Shangri La Colombo for Volume Three of the hotel’s Culinary Collaborations series which was launched in November 2022. The series aims to showcase personalities in the culinary arts and engage in the exchanging of ideas and offering culinary delights to guests.
Brownies.lk
Brownies.lk is a home-based small business located on Thalawathugoda Road, Kotte. Brownies.lk kicked off during the Covid-19 lockdowns back in June 2020. “Our brand is quite unique from the name itself. The meaning of our name has two perspectives; local and global. In the local context, ‘Brownies.lk’ means it’s the go-to place if you are craving brownies in Sri Lanka and in the global context, anyone would know that we are a Sri Lankan brand and
Celebrate the Chinese New Year with a fusion of flavors at Cinnamon Red
As China gears up to celebrate the year of the Rabbit, Cinnamon Red Colombo is gearing up to present an exquisite Chinese-inspired buffet menu for foodies this Sunday (January 22).
An Evening With Dulan Hapuarachchi
Sri Lankan MasterChef contestant hosts pop-up dinner at Shangri-La in support of the Indira Cancer Trust...
Paan Paan opens new outlet
Paan Paan recently unveiled their newest outlet at Avirate, down Maitland Crescent, in the midst of well-wishers. Replacing the space that was once Avirate Cafe, Colombo’s beloved artisanal bakery is conveniently located and offers freshly baked bread and savouries that are delicious and affordable.
CJ Kitchen & CJ Artisan Coffee Roasters
Founder and proprietor of CJ Kitchen and CJ Artisan Coffee Roasters, Chandu Sri Ramana started the brand during the Covid-19 pandemic and the lockdowns. “I’m a huge fan of coffee and I have tried so many varieties of coffee. Being a coffee aficionado or javaphile, lockdown gave me a big opportunity to create my own blend of coffee. Our main focus is to provide the perfect bean-to-cup experience for coffee lovers, households, restaurants, business
Seasonal Goodies at the Bake Cottage
The Bake Cottage is expanding its offerings and bringing seasonal cheer with its lineup of goodies available this year! Amandi and Eran Alahakoon, started The Bake Cottage six years back when they were in college. Today, The Bake Cottage is a successful, full-functioning business with Amandi handling the baking and supplies and Eran overseeing the business and marketing.
Celebrate The Season With Yeheli’s
Celebrate the season with a homecooked festive feast – just like how mom would make it! Home-based cloud kitchen venture Yeheli’s returns this Christmas with their popular seasonal menu to ensure that every home has the opportunity to enjoy the festivities at an affordable price.
Seasonal Cheer at Paan Paan
The year’s most festive month is upon us and Paan Paan will add to the Seasonal Cheer this December with an array of specially curated Chrismassy goodies.
Japanese Food Festival at Kuuraku
Kuuraku, one of Colombo’s leading Japanese restaurants will host a Japanese Food Festival in commemoration of 70 years of Diplomatic relations between Japan and Sri Lanka, from 16-18 December. Celebrity Chef and the Group Culinary Director for the Kuuraku brand, Seijiro Hirohama will fly in from Japan for the occasion and will present an array of delectable dishes at the food festival.
Sri Lankan Catering
Launched in 1979 as ‘Air Lanka Catering Services’, Sri Lankan Catering was rebranded later and now has many functions, that include airline catering, laundry, ready-to-eat meals, fast food restaurants, airport operations, B2B Industrial Catering, banquet and outdoor catering.
CookieBee
Sabeeha Lameer Aqueel launched CookieBee back in August 2019. She has always been a passionate baker, tinkering with various sweets and treats and after positive feedback and encouragement from numerous friends and family, she started selling her goodies online.
Thanksgiving Dinner at London Grill
Chefs will put a creative spin on Thanksgiving dinner this November with the latest promotion at the London Grill, Cinnamon Grand. One of the island’s oldest fine dining establishments, London Grill has always been synonymous with exceptional food and service, and the specially curated Thanksgiving dinner promises discerning connoisseurs of food a memorable experience.
Dish It Out: Chef Hashan De Silva
How do our food experts cook & eat? This week, the sous chef specialising in patisserie, Chef Hashan De Silva, takes our Q&A!
The Joint Pub & Grill: New Quick Grab Lunch Menu Launched
Nestled down the chic street of Chatham Street, Colombo 1, The Joint Pub & Grill launches their brand-new lunch menu, that’s just not tantalising but is also the most affordable for a ’quick grab’ during the rush hour lunch break.
Zakira’s Recipes
With a passion and a dream of creating her own baking business, Zakira Nafas started ‘Zakira’s Recipes’ as a home-based venture with plans to open her very own shop in the future.
Relish the taste of India on the streets of Sri Lanka
It’s the story of the founders of Andhra Grills themselves many Sri Lankans can draw inspiration from; South Indians who, as children, grew up in Hyderbad and who, as adults, fell in love with Sri Lanka and decided to bring authentic Hyderabadi Street Food to the busy streets of Colombo.
Dish It Out: Sammani Ruwanpathirana
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week food blogger of @perthfoodiemama, Sammani, takes our Q&A!
Ramada and My Sister’s Kitchen collaborate yet again for Yaal Virindu, Jaffna Food Festival
Following a successful run of their first-ever Yaal Virindhu collaboration, Ramada Colombo will partner with Danu Innasithamby and Thushara Innasithamby of My Sister’s Kitchen yet again for the longstanding Jaffna Food Festival. The Jaffna food festival will be held on the 27, 28, 29 and 30th of October 2022.
Emperor’s Wok
Sri Lankans’ perennial love for Chinese cuisine is unmatched, consequently resulting in many Chinese restaurants populating the local dining scene, with new spots mushrooming on a frequent basis. Few restaurants however can boast of serving up authentic Chinese cuisine. Emperor’s Wok, at the Hilton Colombo, is one such restaurant that combines authentic Chinese fare featuring Cantonese and Szechuan flavours. I was recently invited to try out the
Dish It Out: Chef Dinesh De Silva
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, Culinary Consultant and Executive Chef Dinesh de Silva takes our Q&A!
The Colombo Patisserie
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. Colombo’s latest patisserie by Shaima Shiyam talks to us about her brand.
A Taste Of Ceylon At Galadari
Galadari Hotel invites you to journey through Thambapanni at their newly launched “Taste of Ceylon” culinary experience. Celebrating 38 years in the hospitality industry, Galadari Hotel marked its anniversary with the launch of “Taste of Ceylon” on the 6th of October 2022 at the Blue Lotus. Taste of Ceylon is poised to take their diners on a journey through Thambapanni with a Sri Lankan spread of authentic local favourites served with a twist.
Royal Thai unveils new menu
Cinnamon Lakeside’s Royal Thai, one of the island’s most reputed Thai food establishments, recently unveiled its new menu by the 2 new master chefs amidst a distinguished gathering. The event, hosted by the Thai ambassador, featured Thai entertainment, camaraderie and fantastic food!
Dish It Out: Shadi Faleel
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, recipe developer and food blogger, Shadi of @shadi_faleel takes our Q&A.
Cakes & More By Menaka Yapa
A business idea that came about during the Covid-19 lockdown period, Menaka Yapa was an event planner and co-founder of Peach Petals, an event planning company. Presented with the challenge of finding quality bakers to match her requirements, Menaka decided to learn how to bake and decorate cakes for her own events. “Cakes and More was started not only with the intention of creating fabulous cakes but also to put together a wide range of sweets t
Dish It Out: Chef Shehan Lee
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, chef Shehan Lee takes our Q&A!
Village-Style Sri Lankan Dining At Thuna Paha By Waters Edge
Thuna Paha by Waters Edge is by no means a new addition to Colombo’s dining scene – it’s been around since 2017 and is known by many as a go-to spot for authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. Their signature village-style dining – ambula - experience is a novel concept that makes them stand out from the rest.
All You Can Eat Maki At Yumi Japanese Resto Bar
Weekday lunch hours just got a lot more appetising this September! The All You Can Eat Maki promotion at the YUMI by Taj offers an exciting array of all-you-can-eat makis on a value-for-money deal that shouldn’t be missed.
