Foods

Finding Nemo 3D, a modern classic

 

Pixar’s fifth flick isn’t quite a barrel of laughs but it is masterfully constructed. Released by Disney, this computer-animated picture was 2003’s second highest grossing film, beaten only by The Return of the King; a feat not to be sniffed at.

The Boulevard: a glimpse at Broadway and delightful cuisine

 

The Boulevard, the latest restaurant venture by the Tasty Caterers, has Broadway and scrumptious fare at heart. So stroll into the restaurant and step back in time, as you bask in the nostalgia and indulge your theatrical side.

Ariyanna Spa

No matter what sort of work you do or what sort of a day you’ve had being pampered is something few people would pass an opportunity on. With a number of spas popping up around town, the choices seem endless but one thing’s for sure, if luxurious treatment is what you’re after, the Ariyanna

Let there be fancy LIGHT!

 

 
This easy to do craft project is a good way to jazz up those mundane looking light switches we have around the house. I did this craft project with my kids since they wanted to do up their room with the latest Disney character craze they were going throug

Baked Chicken Goujons

Call them chicken strips, chicken fingers or chicken nuggets, chicken goujons as they are traditionally known in the culinary world are an instant classic with the whole family.

Flower Power

 

This week on Home Hints we feature, renowned florist Janaki de Soysa of Flowers of Summer fame, giving the readers some handy tips on choosing the correct flower arrangement for your living space.

5 Fast Decorating Fixes

Need a quick revamp? Here are a few easy home updates and decorating ideas for spicing up your rooms.

Chaaya Wild Yala captures the true spirit of the wild

Designed to bring out the locality and all that is endemic to Yala , architecture of Chaaya Wild Yala, bears a resemblance to the name 'Wild' and will be of a class that will please even the most widely-traversed wildlife buff.

An Air hostess' Diary: Glasgow

I jumped out of bed with great enthusiasm to be on this flight. It is a lively flight to be on with great Scottish spirits. The last time I was there it was during the freezing winter time, when the crew paid a visit to the Edinburgh castle. 

 

Harpo’s Restaurants and Cafes offers ‘20:20 Deals’ for World Cup-T20 season

Executive Lunch Deal at Park Street Mews

 

This week, the Food Factor’s newest haunt would be Park Street Mews - not because the restaurant is five minutes away from our office but because of the Executive Lunch Deal, priced at Rs.999nett. A super deal we thought. You can choose your own 3-course menu

Tricks to bulk up

 

If you’re looking for shortcuts to build muscle I suggest you stop reading now. The truth is there’s no way to avoid the bulk of the work when it comes to getting your dream body, think about it, if it was that easy everyone will be walking around with ripped 6-pac abs. 

Recipe: Granita!

Granita is a refreshing Italian desert enjoyed by one and all. Considering our hot and humid weather, it is also one that fits perfectly into our culinary desires for anything sweet and cool to beat the tropical heat.

 

Breathtaking Batiks

 

Eric Suriyasena, one of the pioneers in the Batik Industry opened his newly renovated showroom in Marawila, Sri Lanka.  The spacious gallery houses some of the most unique artwork and designs on the Island of Sri Lanka.

Think Pink Go Blue

 

The Sirimavo Bandaranaike Walk, organized by the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya Old Girls’ Association, took place over the weekend (22 Sept).

T20 Cricket Carnival at the Hilton Colombo

 

With the T20 World Cup 2012 kicking off, the Hilton Colombo is ready to give all cricket lovers an ultimate T20 cricket experience from 27th September to 7th October at the Poolside from 3pm to 10pm.

Great Wall celebrates 21 years

Great Wall Restaurants are celebrating their 21st anniversary this September. From the 21st to the 30th, choose to dine at any three of their restaurants and avail yourself to a special 21% discount on the entire bill, be it lunch or dinner. 

 

Peacock beach hotel

 

 

Hambantota, has been the topic of much conversation and gossip during the recent past. With numerous projects taking place in this southern most region, including, the Hambantota harbour, the Sooriyaweva International Cricket Stadium and the second commercial airport in

Jelly Cakes

 

 
I was first introduced to this delicious recipe many years ago by my Chinese roommate when I was at University. She should fill our kitchen with these sweet smelling Jelly cakes and on a lazy Sunday afternoon we would indulge to our hearts content on her favorite chil

Weaving' woven back into your life...

 

With a rich history of 52 years in design innovation, Raux Brothers has come a long way and has made a name for itself as a niche market product house.