Foods

Nov. 28 , 
Creamy Potato Gratin

Potatoes happen to be a favorite vegetable of mine.  You can cook it so many different ways. Mashed, fried, baked… it’s versatile. 

Nov. 27 , 
Chana’s

With the number of restaurants serving Indian cuisine in Colombo, there are some factors that will make a restaurant stand out, in my books. One of the main things I look for is that authentic Indian flavour which isn’t overpowered with tons of oil as well as cleanliness.

Nov. 27 , 
The Macaron Magazine

Aysha Ahmed loves a good challenge in the kitchen, especially if it involves making something as tricky and complicated as a macaron.

Nov. 21 , 
Penne with a twist

Pasta is one of those convenient and wholesome dinners anyone can make after a taxing day. It’s delicious and quite a favorite among everyone, especially kids.

Nov. 21 , 
How much TV is too much for Kids?

You have a tough choice, either cajol the child away from the TV or computer screen, or take all meals and conversation to where they’re engrossed.

Nov. 20 , 
Swirl Frozen Yoghurt

Frozen Yoghurt or fro-yo, seems to be catching up in Colombo as of late and the latest to the number of ‘Fro-Yo’ options is Swirl Frozen Yoghurt.

Nov. 20 , 
‘Meals on Wheels’

Has the need for tasty, reasonably priced and easily available lunch at offices ever bothered you? There is someone else who has felt the need too, and has come up with a tailor-made solution to your biggest workday need yet! ‘Meals on Wheels’ is a unique concept, the deal that you would have often dreamt of closer to lunch hours all through the

Nov. 20 , 
Mitsi’s Delicacies Opens shop

I’m tucking into creamy baked crab with a gooey layer of melted cheese on top, sitting alongside a huge mound of fragrant Arabic rice with fried vermicelli and sautéed chickpeas.

Nov. 19 , 
Recipe: Mini Brownie Pies

As a parent I tend to have quite a regimented day with meals at specific times, tedious school work and of course the final soul despairing bedtime routine, so it’s wonderfully refreshing to once in a while throw caution to the wind and indulge my taste buds in a dish that is so delightfully unpredictable, as in the form of a ‘Mini B

Nov. 13 , 
Jells House

After  trying out loads of rich food during the past few weeks, it was refreshing to try out something a little lighter...  Jelly! Yes, Jelly! This however, is no ordinary Jelly but Jelly made out of Agar.

Nov. 13 , 
Indulgence at Cinnamon Lakeside

Sprawling over seven acres of perfectly manicured land, by the banks of the serene and tranquil Beira Lake, Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo is an oasis within the bustling city of Colombo.

Nov. 12 , 
The Pop-up Store

The Pop-Up-Store at Park Street Mews is much more than an average crafts store.

Nov. 12 , 
Salted Peanut Butter Cookies

If asked what my culinary prefernces were, I would always opt for something salty and sour as opposed to sweet.

Nov. 07 , 
Butterscotch Pudding

The pudding bug has bitten me again. It’s honestly like a fever. I can go on forever about how convenient this type of dessert is. 

Nov. 06 , 
Perfect pasta at Pizza Hut

Pasta is fast gaining popularity at Pizza Hut in Sri Lanka. The menu at all Pizza Hut outlets in the country include spicy or creamy pasta dishes created with spaghetti and elbow pasta.

Nov. 06 , 
A twist on Italian cuisine at Rocco’s

Rocco’s started their pizza delivery service in early 2012. What they serve may not be traditional Italian pizza, but the pizza is definitely good. 

Nov. 05 , 
Pink Peppermint Tea Cookies

When I first came across this recipe I was more mesmerized by its appearance rather than what it would taste like. 

Nov. 05 , 
Sentiments Gallery

Sentiments Gallery is the new place in town for custom hand made sarees, accessories and decorative house ware. 

Oct. 30 , 
Authentic Italian at Santoré

I think I had the best Pizza Margherita last week! The tomato sauce was flavoursome but at the same time not overpowering while the cheese was soft and delicious Oh! 

Oct. 30 , 
Halloween Treats

This Halloween, call up Aru de Silva for mouthwatering cupcakes to celebrate the occasion.

Oct. 29 , 
Recipe: Creme Brulee Fudge

One can never be disappointed when consuming a delectable piece of sinfully delightful ‘fudge’. Along with satisfying my sensory attributes I was also mildly curious to come across crème brulee in this interesting form.

Oct. 25 , 
Blinking Bikes’ For Safety

A ‘Safe Cyclist’ is the answer to  a ‘Healthy Nation’, ‘Zero Pollution’ and  ‘Lesser Traffic’

Oct. 24 , 
Chocolate chip bread pudding

This month has mostly been about the puddings. Puddings are the easiest form of dessert one can attempt to create, especially when they are rookies in the culinary ring. 

Oct. 23 , 
Curve Bar

Curve Bar, located right next door to Park Street Mews is definitely one of the best places for delicious tapas. 

Oct. 23 , 
Yum Yum Fine Foods

Walking into Yum Yum Fine Foods, I can only describe it as the perfect place for any candy lover.

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