Royal Hair Rituals by Spa Ceylon

Women of the Royal courts of our Indian sub-continent were especially renowned for their dark, thick and lustrous locks, emphasizing how we have always treasured glowing beautiful hair as an integral sign of an individual’s health & beauty.

Energy Booster

Anyone juggling a career, personal life and an exercise regime that involves more than a walk at the independence square (like my boss) knows energy isn’t as easy to come by as it was back in the day when sports were an integral part of the day.

White Chocolate Lemon Truffles

Despite sounding like a treat the Queen would imbibe for her evening tea made exclusively for her by her Michelin star chefs, these white chocolate truffles are desperately easy to make. 

Recipe: Yogurt Strawberries

With the weather being so incredible hot, these little gobulets of sweet goodness are sure to keep you as cool as a cumber.

Spareribs at the Echelon Pub

Hilton Colombo’s colonial style Echelon Pub will offer their patrons a “finger licking” culinary experience. Guests could enjoy a special menu of spareribs prepared in different flavours from 14^th to 31^st March.

Nihonbashi launches Yakitori Garden

Nihonbashi unveiled a one of its kind Yakitori garden in the heart if the city as part of its outlet in Galle Face Terrace. Set outdoors among bamboo walls and classic granite countertops and floors, the ambience is one that’s perfectly suited for a relaxing break after work.

Moreish

After hearing about this chocolate lava cupcake from a friend, I was curious to find out which bakery in Colombo was behind such an invention. Stumbling upon Moreish on Facebook, I was tempted to find out more.

Why you don’t have a six-pack

The amount of people who are letting their resolutions fly out of the window are truly saddening. The most common New Year resolution; attaining that perfect body is also seemingly the hardest one to stick to with diets and workout routines halting before they reach the midway point. As far as men go, the number one

Recipe: Peppermint Patties

My children’s love of the ‘mint’ flavor is at times worrisome. They will devour a whole tube of mint flavoured candies in a flash before I can even say just ’ONE’. They sit in corners chewing away on mint favoured chewing gum, like a group of cows in a buttercup field.

Aditya adjudged “Most luxurious"

Aditya has been recognized by discerning travellers who patronize Tripadvisor, the world’s largest online travel forum, as the most luxurious hotel in Sri Lanka in the Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards. Last year, Aditya was voted by the travelers’ as one of the Top 25 Destinations in Asia for Spa and

Recipe: Nutella Brownies

One thing I always have rattling in my cupboard is a jar of Nutella. Who doesn’t love a little bit of chocolate and my children will spread it on anything, even the occasional carrot might be consumed if there’s nutella is on it!

Heavenly Hands! by Spa Ceylon

Graceful, delicate hands have long held a fascination and been considered an essential part of Royalty in Asian cultures.  

Oyster Brunch at The Kingsbury

Indulge in an iconic tradition at the most inviting setting in Colombo – The Harbour Court restaurant at The Kingsbury. Sip and sup in style while you tantalize your taste buds with a dazzling menu prepared by our expert chefs.

Chocolate Sweetheart Parfait

When you have been married for SO long and have a house full of kids, Valentine’s Day tends to be just another day filled with family activities and household chores. Instead of going out for a Valentine dinner, you’d rather use that ‘time away from kids’ by doing something productive like catching up on

Valentine’s Day Romantic Cabanas

This Valentine’s Day if you want to impress your partner, the best place is at the Hilton Colombo. 4 exclusive cabanas with a romantic setting for you and your loved one to dine in, on this special night inclusive of a 4-course gourmet dinner with caviar and bubbles, fresh strawberries and cream served by the personalized butler

Brazilian Zumba star in Sri Lanka

World renowned Brazilian Zumba educator Enrique Salomao is hosting a two day master class at the Entertrainers Active Studio. 

Eden Café

Nestled in a quiet corner of Bambalapitiya lies a new café/restaurant by the name of Eden Café.

Valentine’s Day at the Hilton

When Valentine’s Day is celebrated all over the world, why not you too make that special person in your life “extra special” by treating him or her to any of Hilton Colombo’s special Valentine’s Day offers? February 14^th is indeed the most romantic day of the year.

Recipe: Coconut Frushi

I am always looking at ways to make fruit a constant medium in my children’s diet and Coconut Frushi or fruit sushi has been the perfect solution.

Crusty Pies at the Echelon Pub

Whether it’s for a quick lunch or an indulgent snack, many will be more than happy to welcome a crunchy pie with that perfect filling.

Basics of muscle building

The other day I overheard a heated debate between two guys about how much cardio is good for you when you’re in a bulking phase.

Recipe: Banana Split Bake

Living in Sri Lanka, one thing I always have in my fruit bowl are bananas. But unfortunately because they turn black and spotty so quickly they usually end up in my rubbish bin, since my children will run a mile rather than eat a banana with a bruised skin.

GLUTEN – The Terrorist Lurking in our food

The word terrorism automatically conjures up guns, bombs explosions and general devastation. The food terrorist gluten likewise causes general mayhem and untold misery to those susceptible to gluten and ignorance of this is detrimental to our general health. Ignoring it is tantamount to negligence on the part of those p

Easternize yourself at Eastern Wok

Situated on Walukarama road, lies a small entrance to the Eastern Wok, at a first glance one might assume that it is just another Chinese restaurant, but do not let that get in your way of experiencing good food and great ambiance.

Recipe: Sugar Lemon Wonders

Who doesn’t love chocolate cake? And getting my kids to eat anything with chocolate on it is a piece of cake, excuse the pun.

“Sweet Wishes”

A Delightful Treat!

Life Online had a pleasant conversation with Mrs. Dilani Abeysuriya, the proprietor of ‘Delights Treats’ who started the business of making cakes when she was only 18 years of age and having completed her studies at Visakha Vidyalaya and later on at Ancaster House School in England. 

Channa Daswatte’s Bawa Tour

Trekurious, Sri Lanka’s premium online experiential tour and activity provider gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in Geoffrey Bawa’s rich architectural legacy with a c

'Munchkin' delights

Recipe: Savory Slice

With the start of the new year, our household is high on personal resolutions. This year we are going to eat healthy, eat more vegetables, cut down on fried foods etc etc.