Foods

Apr. 04 , 
Iftar at the Court: Ramadan at The Kingsbury, Colombo

This Ramadan, Harbour Court at The Kingsbury extends a warm invitation to patrons to partake in the spirit of the holy month through its exclusive offering, “Iftar at the Court.” This celebration of tradition, flavour, and togetherness promises an unparalleled dining experience that will engage all senses. From the moment guests step into Harbour Court, they are greeted by the inviting aromas emanating from the thoughtfully crafted Iftar spread a

Mar. 29 , 
Chocolate Heaven by Java Lounge

Introducing Chocolate Heaven by Java Lounge, located opposite Java Lounge Barnes Place. Anuradha Herath, the face behind the success of Java Lounge has started her journey on her brand new venture. Java Lounge has been open for 12 years and has flourished into one of the most well-recognised coffee shops in Sri Lanka. Java Lounge has 15 shops now, including a brand-new outlet in Weligama.

Mar. 21 , 
Exploring the flavours of Chambers

Tucked away in the charming Park Street Mews, ‘Chambers’ is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. This restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, with dishes that are works of art, bursting with rich flavours. Prepare to embark on a colourful flavour adventure through the world of Middle Eastern cuisine! Chambers has a fascinating family legacy. Inspired by two decades of living in the Middle East, the owners transformed their grandfather

Mar. 20 , 
Iftar Dinner Buffet at Ports of Call

Ports of Call Taj Samudra Colombo’s Iftar dinner buffet will run from the 20th of March to the 10th of April from 6 pm onwards. The net price per person is Rs. 7700/- for adults and Rs. 3850/- for kids aged 5-12. This is an amazing deal as the buffet includes a wide array of dishes. Executive Chef Sajesh Nair along with his Executive Sous Chef Prince Muthukumara, Pastry Chef Sumedha Janaka and their team have worked together to produce a delightf

Mar. 20 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
Gourmet Galle: Peter Kuruvita

A household name both in Sri Lanka and abroad, Peter Kuruvita’s culinary journey began in the traditional kitchen of his ancestral home in Colombo, Sri Lanka. With over 4 decades of experience, he has flourished as an award-winning chef, restaurateur, TV presenter, author and industry speaker and has put Sri Lankan cuisine on the culinary maps of the world. He successfully established Sydney’s iconic Flyish Fish Restaurant & Bar in 2004 and Noos

Mar. 13 , 
Culinary Adventures at Brown Sugar & Isle Amore

A place has a lot of value when it has meaning. When it carries meaning it means it carries a lot of sentiments. Sentiments mean stories. Brown Sugar together with Isle Amore is one such place with a lot of stories. Nestled cosily in Col. T. G. Jayawardena Mawatha, Colombo 03 are the 2 brands of food and stories- Brown Sugar by day (8 am-5 pm) and Isle Amore by night (6 pm-12 pm). After a hot long working day, visiting Brown Sugar and being greet

Feb. 29 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
Gourmet Galle: Rishi Naleendra

Hailing from Colombo, Rishi Naleendra is an internationally acclaimed chef who has three Michelin Stars to his name. Having honed his culinary skills in Australia, he worked in restaurants such as Taxi Dining Room and Tetsuya’s and moved to Singapore in 2014 to take on the role of chef at Macalister Mansion. He opened his first restaurant Cheek by Jowl in 2016 which earned a Michelin Star in its first year. In 2019, he opened a second restaurant

Feb. 22 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
A chat with Mark Hix

Lauded as one of Britain’s most eminent restaurateurs, and renowned for his unparalleled expertise in sourcing ingredients with distinct provenance, Mark Hix is an award-winning author and food writer with 12 cookbooks to his name. His latest book ‘Hooked’ weaves captivating stories of fishing from his childhood years to the present. As a chef, Hix opened the successful Hix Oyster and the Chop House in 2007 and continued to operate a number of re

Feb. 22 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
Savouring Simplicity: The Bistro

Nestled within the bustling streets of Rajagiriya lies The Bistro, a cloud kitchen venture that promises simplicity and flavour in every bite. A venture by the renowned husband-and-wife duo Eran and Amandi Alahakoon, alongside their brother Milan, is not just a restaurant; it’s the realization of a long-held dream. The Bistro sets out to deliver a concise yet flavourful menu, reflecting their commitment to quality amidst challenging times. Operat

Feb. 16 , 
GOURMET GALLE 2024: CULINARY EXTRAVAGANZA RESUMES IN GALLE!

Gourmet Galle, the culinary festival that has been tantalizing taste buds since its inception, has revealed its exciting line-up of international chefs coming to Galle until the end of March. This year promises an exquisite array of culinary gurus each weekend featuring two exclusive events—an immersive masterclass and a delectable dinner, set against the picturesque backdrop of Galle. Prepare your palates for an extraordinary journey as renowned

Feb. 15 , 
Fish & Co: Get hooked on fresh seafood...

Fish & Co. is a Singaporean franchise that specializes in serving fresh seafood cooked in a pan. Since 1998, Fish & Co. has been a go-to spot for seafood lovers, with outlets in over 10 countries. Recently, Fish & Co. opened their first Sri Lankan outlet at Havelock City Mall, and we were excited to experience the renowned Singaporean seafood recipes here in Colombo.

Feb. 01 , 
Bird and Bear Catering Pop-Up at Kala

Founded out of a passion for creating exceptional food, Shavini Ruberu is on a roll (no pun intended!). The business she started in 2020 has seen rapid growth and Shavini is now the “go-to” person for catering exquisite canapés and flavourful food for private events. With relentless commitment and passion, Bird and Bear continually raise the bar as Colombo’s premier boutique caterer with a singular approach to putting people first. Invited by S

Jan. 10 , 
GOURMET GALLE: A Culinary Extravaganza on the South Coast of Sri Lanka!

Gourmet Galle, the partner festival to the esteemed Galle Literary Festival, is set to launch an exceptional 12-week culinary celebration on the picturesque shores of the south of Sri Lanka. Conceived by Geoffrey Dobbs, the Festival Director, and founder, Gourmet Galle aims to bring people out of the wintry cold and dark countries, offering an extended food festival experience amidst the tropical coastal landscape. Held every weekend from January

Jan. 10 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
Dry Aged Steak Guy - Chef Azam Riyard

How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, Chef Azam Riyard – more popularly known as the @Dry Aged Steak Guy takes our Q&A! Chef Azam Riyard is the Founder of the Clubhouse Steakhouse in London - the only steak restaurant to dry age halal beef in-house in the UK and he is a self-taught old-Trinitian returning to Sri Lanka for an exclusive kitchen take-over of the London Grill at Cinnamon Grand Colombo.

Dec. 21 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
From Crisis to Cocoa: Thisura’s Victory with Vittoria

In the heart of Sri Lanka’s post-pandemic resurgence, a tale of triumph and indulgence unfolds with Vittoria Chocolates. Founded in 2022 by the visionary Thisura Goonawardena, Vittoria is a testament to resilience, creativity, and a commitment to community upliftment. Motivated by the scarcity of quality chocolates and the struggles faced by local farmers, Thisura embarked on a personal odyssey, delving into the depths of cocoa plantations, and p

Dec. 21 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
Twisting Scoops in Sri Lanka: Turkish Ice Cream With Tricks

Introducing the delightful flavours of Turkish ice cream for the first time in Sri Lanka, the Twisting Scoops franchise at One Galle Face Mall (and soon, the Havelock City Mall) is the all-new go-to destination for ice cream lovers. With its unique texture and playful presentation, Twisting Scoops offers a one-of-a-kind experience that has customers coming back for more.

Dec. 14 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
Diving into Food Studio’s Festive Food Fête

Food Studio recently invited Life to sample their Christmas specials, spread across their outlets at Colombo City Centre (CCC) and One Galle Face Mall (OGFM). As I navigated through the array of dishes and flavours, it became evident that Food Studio was not only aiming to satisfy taste buds but also making strides towards a sustainable and eco-friendly future.

Dec. 14 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
At The Mastertable With Gary Mehigan

Celebrity chef and former MasterChef Australia judge, Gary Mehigan took Colombo by storm last week with his visit to Sri Lanka in collaboration with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts. The beloved chef, who came to the country on 27th November, hosted a series of sold-out dining experiences with Cinnamon Hotels including two fine dining sit-down dinners at the London Grill and the Atrium as well as a carvery at Cheers and High Tea. On Friday, 1 December,

Dec. 14 , 
Christmas At Paradise Road

The festive season is in full swing across all Paradise Road establishments! They mark the festivities with distinctive style embracing tradition through handcrafted decorations, menus with seasonal favourites and live performances featuring Christmas classics. Paradise Road embodies the stylish lifestyle across retail and hospitality and is today a sought-after brand worldwide, presenting art and design at its core that is distinctly Sri Lankan

Dec. 14 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
The Holiday Cheer Has Arrived! Holiday Hampers From Park Street Gourmet

Nobody honours the festive spirit of the holiday season quite like how Park Street Gourmet does! Sri Lanka’s premier gourmet food and beverage store, Park Street Gourmet is back again with a fantastic range of Christmas hampers and Christmas goodies to celebrate this year’s season with your loved ones. With an array of carefully curated imported products, Park Street Gourmet’s holiday hampers are the perfect gift for food enthusiasts and connois

Dec. 13 , 
Season 1 of Uniquely Wisconsin “Farm to Table Pizzas” bags Emmy

Sri Lankan-born film producer and travel and tourism enthusiast Jason Rajasinghe bagged his first Emmy award for his work on Season 1 of Uniquely Wisconsin’ “Farm to Table Pizzas” at the 65th Annual Chicago/Midwest Emmy®️ Awards held recently in the USA.

Dec. 10 ,  By  Tina Edward Gunawardhana
Thana Sivasambu - Delivering Sri Lankan flavours to the world

In 2012 during a visit to Sri Lanka, Thana Sivasambu came across scenes where farmers in the Northern Province were destroying their crops as they could not obtain market rates for their produce. Thana was simply aghast at this situation especially considering how sacred food is in a country where many people were in need. It was then that she vowed to seek a way to stop this from happening.

Nov. 30 ,  By  Panchali Illankoon
Dish It Out: Celebrity Chef Gary Mehigan

How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, the internationally acclaimed celebrity chef and former MasterChef Australia judge, Gary Mehigan, takes our Q&A as he arrives in Sri Lanka for a highly anticipated three-day culinary extravaganza presented in partnership with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts!

Nov. 30 ,  By  Tina Edward Gunawardhana
Simply Delicious by Salo

There is a certain innate skill which cooks worth their salt possess. Salome Jansz appreciates the nuances of fine cuisine and having travelled extensively is aware of the authentic tastes of many cuisines. This coupled with her talent and love for cooking made her start her own catering business named Simply Delicious by Salo. As clichéd as it sounds, Salome did have a passion for cooking from a young age. She recounts that her earliest memories

Nov. 23 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
Indian High Tea at the The Lattice, Taj Samudra

Nestled within the walls of Taj Samudra, The Lattice offers a unique and indulgent Indian High Tea experience every Friday and Saturday from 4 pm to 6:30 pm where guests are treated to a feast of flavours curated by Chef Sajesh.

Nov. 10 ,  By  Rihaab Mowlana
A Conversation with Gary Mehigan: From Lamb Stock to Sri Lankan Sojourn

In the world of culinary virtuosos, Gary Mehigan stands out not just for his remarkable gastronomic skills but for the warm, affable nature that makes you feel like you’re chatting with an old friend. My recent online video call with the renowned British-Australian Michelin Star celebrity chef and former MasterChef Australia judge was nothing short of a delightful rendezvous.

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