Glass paperweight crafts
Learn how to make these beautiful glass paperweights at home.
Foods
Cookies with LOVE
With Mother’s Day around the corner, what better way to show your mum your thanks and appreciation by baking her a hot hot batch of chocolate loveliness in the form of these cookies filled with chocolate and …of course loads of love.
Flower Flip Flops
With mother’s day around the corner the race is on to get or make your mum the perfect Mother’s Day gift that shows her you love her truly!!!.
Feel good architecture
We step away from our homebound focus to feature an interview with Charted Architect Sheran Henry of Sheran Henry Associates and Project Architect Ruwanthi Nambuwasa, who discuss the design mantra behind the striking interior at the Triumph outlets.
Décor store of the week- Balta Rug Studio
This week we feature Balta Rug Studio, Sri Lanka’s largest carpet rug showroom, which is undoubtedly your one stop shop for all your carpeting needs.
City of Ice- Jerusalem’s first international Ice festival
Jerusalem hosted its first ever ice festival during March-April 2012, at the Old Train Station compound. This was extended until the month of May, due to popular demand.
Pet care one on one
Having pets in your home is like having children all over again! They need unconditional love, attention and care. It is our job as owners to make sure that our home is a safe environment for our pets and it is up to us to keep them healthy and happy, otherwise be ready for an expensive bill from your vet.
Sri Lankan elephant plays harmonica at U.S. zoo
An elephant at the U.S. National Zoo in Washington, D.C., has been delighting staffers with her musical talents.
Dutch Cheese Dinner with Tom Miesen at MLH
Amidst the splendor, mystique and romance that is synonymous to The Mount Lavinia Hotel, The Dutch Cheese Pairing Dinner was an iconic initiative that was held in April at MLH.
Harnessing nature's forces with Feng Shui
The Art and science of Feng Shui is all about harnessing the nature’s energy and channelizing it into our place of dwelling keeping in mind the directions, elements and time period changes. In other words it is the art of spacing, positioning, planning and orienting not just the structure but even the furnishings to offer greater support to the occ
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Hilton Colombo
Mother’s Day is celebrated all around the world on 13th of May. Hilton Colombo too is getting ready to give that special person the best. Two of their outlets have been especially reserved for this occasion.
Barista Lavazza Opens New Cafe in Rajagiriya
Barista Lavazza is about more than just the best coffee in Sri Lanka. Rather, over the past 10 years of its operation in Sri Lanka, it has sought to create an intimate experience which blends the perfect coffee with efficient service and a friendly and relaxing environment.
Marble love!
This week, we take a look at those colourful little spheres we all played with as children. Marbles!
Traditional treats at Lakpahana
Searching for the most delicious and freshly made traditional treats? Head over to Lakpahana and indulge, choosing from a variety of items such as stuffed veralu, coconut toffee, kalu dodol, cadju puhul, narang kavum and unduwel.
Adding soul to your walls with Wall Art
Kishani Kaluarachchi the Managing Director of Wall Art (Pvt) Ltd joins us this week to give a detailed description about the unique array of products on offer at the store.
Sunday Brunch with Eshantha Pieris heading the Asia Pacific Jazz Ensemble at MLH
The popular Governors Jazz Sunday Brunch at MLH just got jazzier every last Sunday of the month. Sunday, 29th April from 1100am to 3pm at the Terrace will be upbeat with The Asia Pacific Jazz ensemble, professionals performing in true spirit.
The Commons – Your cozy Hang out- Celebrates 7 successful years
The Commons – Coffee House celebrates 7 successful years serving you and as a special offer, a whopping 25% discount on the whole menu from May 2-4th is presented for all to enjoy the great selection of food and beverages that Commons is popular for.
Food dictionary: falafel
Falafel: [feh-LAH-fehl] A Middle Eastern specialty consisting of small, deep-fried croquettes or balls made of highly spiced, ground chick peas.
Colombo Courtyard
Tucked away in a not-so-quiet corner of Alfred House Avenue, this new boutique hotel has the city talking. With its lush, modern interiors and wide-open spaces, Sunela Jayawardena, renowned environmental architect, designed the hotel.
Smoothies & Milkshakes to cool off at The Commons
With the current hot weather continuing it is very timely to enjoy a choice of refreshing and cool Smoothies & Milkshakes for April which is featured at The Commons – your cozy hang out.
The Commons launches New Outdoor Catering menus
The Commons, now in its 7th year of operation has continuously introduced new products and services along with its super restaurant menu. The Commons experienced F&B team, under Chef Manoj now introduces a more diverse choice of Outdoor catering menus for all to enjoy.
How to collect fountain pens
Firstly, decide what type of pens you want to collect or if you prefer to collect a variety of pens.Next, read up and do your research on the pens. It helps to learn a bit of history on them. This makes your hobby a whole lot easier. When you are done reading up on the fountain pens, go hunting for them!
Casa Colombo presents seafood Italian cuisine…
Juicy seafood and smooth pasta blanketed in rich flavorsome Italian sauces…. Is your mouth watering yet? The Chefs at Casa Colombo are on a mission to concoct a spectacular spread of Italian Fare with fresh seafood using authentic cooking techniques and impeccable presentation skills at very affordable rates.
Steal this look
Have you ever thought of replacing your traditional railing with a rope railing instead? Take a look at how this heavy rope, used as a railing attracts the eye
Sweet scented blooms from The Bloom Room
Now, that we’ve ventured into the subject of flowers and easy table decorations using fresh flowers, on Home Hints this week we feature The Bloom Room and its breathtaking variety of flowers, that caught my eye.
Origami Paper Lanterns
With the Vesak season upon us, our streets and houses are soon to be festooned with lovely lanterns in colours of every hue. My children take great delight in creating these masterpieces that they so proudly hang up in every crook and cranny of our house. Here is a twist on the traditional paper lantern, origami style. Get creative!
How to make a quill pen
Get a couple of quill feathers, preferably duck. You might be lucky if you have a couple of them running around.
Nursery Fish Pie
Well with the rain pelting down on us in the evenings, who isn’t in the mood for a comforting, creamy and cheesy fish pie.
