The start up cook: Dhal Curry

Dhal is a weekly staple in every Sri Lankan home. I used to always look forward to that Saturday breakfast of Parippu ( and Paan) that my nanny used to make. 

Discover yourself at Amaranta Spa

Amaranta Spa is a member of Azmaara that you will find at the Jetwing network. Lying between the vast Indian Ocean and a tranquil lagoon in the town of Negombo, Jetwing Lagoon is a Sri Lanka spa resort of distinctive elegance, a beacon of the beauty of Sri Lanka’s West Coast.

“Club Red - The Sequel” at R&B

Following the towering success of the first edition of “CLUB RED” at R+B , the first promotional event by RED FM at one of Colombo’s leading nightlife hotspots, the radio station decided to grace the same location again.

Park Street Mews

The Mews needs no introduction, having gained more reputation than the street it’s located in, Park Street Mews is a favourite dining venue, be it for breakfast, lunch, dinner or anything in between. 

The start up cook: Crepes

There’s something seriously fancy about the word ‘crepe’. Saying “I’m having ‘crepes’ for breakfast” or “let’s go out for ‘crepes’ ” always sounds exotic and adventurous.

Dive Against Debris

The International Diving Center, a partner of Mongoose Adventures, held a program in Trincomalee recently, to help remove debris and fishing nets which litter the Swami Rock Dive Site. The initiative forms part of a series of programs organized under Project Aware’s “Dive Against Debris” campaign.

Are Diet Pills Safe ?

Most often these pills claim to bring about stupendous almost-overnight results. They even sound too good to be true, and that is because they simple are.

Cuppa Crème

Aaliyah Bawa Mansoor finds baking therapeutic, after a long day at work. Owner at CuppaCrème, she has been baking for years now, for friends and family. 

Recipe: Peach and Vanilla Collision

Desserts are everyone’s best friend. Who doesn’t love a sugary sensation at the end of each meal.

Snuggle up with Snuggle Bug

Bed linens enhance the décor in our bedrooms, help us to sleep more comfortably and impacts our daily life.

Elephant Corridor

Nestled in the heart of the cultural hub of Sri Lanka, amidst the majesty and grandeur, is the serene haven of the Elephant Corridor retreat. 

The start up cook: Chicken Curry

There’s always a reason why people start cooking. I started because I love rice and curry. 

Cricket Fever at the Echelon Pub

With the IPL Cricket teams battle it out with style, Hilton Colombo’s Colonial style Echelon Pub will be making the best of Submarine to all those ‘die hard” cricket fans from the 10^th to 23^rd May from 11am to Midnight. Guests could enjoy the games whilst tucking into their favourite submarine.

Quick Sticky Toffee Pudding

Now fellow food lovers please do not read this in despair. Yes, its sticky toffee pudding that glorious delectable delight that tickles and tantalizes your taste buds, but I promise you in my ’cheats’ version you hardly have to bat an eyelid to enjoy this mouthwatering desert.

The start-up cook: Pasta Sauce

This is a new cooking column for beginners from a beginner. Let’s begin with a simple pasta dish.

All Dressed Up

Ladies VIP Night – All Dressed Up brings Shopping, Pampering, Food and Fun to Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

Review: Sizzle

Subtly tucked away in plain sight down Valukarama Road is one of the most understated restaurants in Colombo; Sizzle. 

Kaushi’s Bridal Boutique

Nandi’s Milk Toffee

I am standing outside Nanditha Gamage’s home with my photographer Kushan and an incredible aroma of milk toffee wafts over to the side of the road. It smells of everything happy and comfortable, alongside delightful childhood memories of pigging out on this confection with my cousins.

Mother’s Day at Hilton Colombo

Mother’s Day: that special day dedicated to that special person in your life is celebrated all around the world. Be it your mother, grandmother or someone who has been like a mother should be treated with love and care not only on Mother’s Day but every day.

All roads to get the perfect body

All roads to get the perfect body necessarily lead to a good cardio workout, a fact that is largely overlooked by many gym fanatics.

Recipe: Saucy Chicken Lo Mein

My kids love their Chinese food and Chinese takeout is a weekly tradition in our house. But saying this I do worry about the amount of MSG and other preservatives in these delicious dishes that we scoff down with relish.

On the move with Jet-A-Pet.lk

Hot & Spicy Fun Island with B&S

New menu @ Chutney’s

Dine to Dive at Hilton Colombo

Weekends are “splashy” at Hilton Colombo! The “Dine to Dive” deal offers the Hilton Colombo diners free use of the swimming pool on weekends and public holidays!

Recipe: Fruit Galettes

I wouldn’t say I was an exceptional cook, if the recipe is too long to read I have been guilty of ordering take away rather than taking the time and effort to decipher it.

BeWAXeD

A smooth and hairless body was the standard of beauty in ancient Egypt. The pharaoh’s wife set the example of removing body hair and soon every woman in Egypt and a short while later, the Greeks too, followed suit.

Bark Street

Many dog owners treat their pooches like their very own children, pampering them in every way imaginable. This kind of affection could either have good or bad effects on the pets.

Supplement Myths

From plastic surgery to botox, it’s almost as if no one really cares about getting there with a little sweat these days. Everyone is after the miracle fix, the next big thing or the magic pill that will grant all their wishes.