Go 'Ask for Fern'
After seeing some amazing teaser videos and an awesome Instagram feed our taste buds were curious and our foodie sensors were tingling, so we decided to go and check the new kid on the block and decided to “Ask For Fern”
Foods
Ethical Life: PastaMania
We got to try nearly all of the vegan and vegetarian dishes pasta mania had to offer. A very cool interior with friendly and welcoming staff. They even have a separate kids area which is great.
Smokey’s – The Brownie Bar
Smokey’s – The Brownie Bar started as a home-based operation specialising in brownies ranging from good old chocolate brownies to brownies with various trimmings. Owing to a steady customer base the business has now shifted to a tiny cafe in Mount Lavinia.
Nigella Lawson: The Unpretentious Domestic Goddess
We have all watched Nigella wax poetic about the cupcake batter she’s whipping up - her words smooth as honey, her gait relaxed, all while exuding a sense of familiarity - you cannot help but be mesmerised for hours on end.
Curve’s New Menu & Look
Park Street Mew’s sought-after tapas restaurant and bar, Curve, unveiled its new look recently. A brand-new layout of the restaurant now offers a more laid back and roomy space for customers. A long bar with marble top and their signature deep purple backdrop wall now occupies a large space of the room.
Celebrate 24 years of The California Grill with 24 Dishes!
Hosting one of the best views of the city, Galadari Hotels “The California Grill will be celebrating its 24th anniversary on the 25th of June, in grand style by spoiling all those who walk in to a special day menu.
Cafe Kai at Hilton Colombo
Enter the Hilton Colombo and take a left turn, why? Because I assure you, you’d come across one of the best Cafes in Colombo. Cafe Kai functions mainly as a GrabNGo counter for all your food requirements, be it healthy or simple yet elegant and tasteful cafe food. It’s got an amazing range of beverages which you could cou
WTF – Meow
It is nice when food is simple and NOT complicated and that’s exactly what you get at Tacocat
Hanging Out at The Commons Coffee House
For over a decade The Commons coffee House has been un-ostentatious café down flower road Colombo 7 for families with little kids, teenagers on a last-minute assignment induced panic attack to Aunties and Uncles just reminiscing the good old days. It is one of the very few places that you can let your hair do
New Flavours by Roots Gelato
We first reviewed Roots Gelato in February this year. We visited their outlet at Majestic City to dig into their delightful array of gelato. This week we look into six of their newest flavours which are made with fresh, high-quality ingredients creating possibly some of the best gelatos in town.
Café Nihonbashi to Open in Kandy
Kandy will soon be getting a taste of fine Japanese Cuisine courtesy of Café Nihonbashi, renowned Chef Dharshan Munidasa’s casual washoku restaurant, which will be opening in ‘The Radh’ Hotel, situated on Colombo Street.
Café Kumbuk’s New Menu!
Café Kumbuk recently introduced a few new items to their menu. As their sister café at Good Market, Kumbuk Kitchen closed recently, Café Kumbuk incorporated the bestselling dishes of Kumbuk Kitchen to their menu. The newly introduced dishes are Thai Style Mango Salad, Jackfruit Sloppy Joe, Teriyaki Chicken Burger, Hummus and Beets Bowl an
Chola Colombo
Situated only a few blocks away from the cool breezy streets of the Marine Drive, Chola Colombo is the latest addition to the array of Indian restaurants in Colombo.
Chef for a day @ ROCK SALT Cinnamon Bey
Situated along the sunny coast of Beruwala Sri Lanka, Cinnamon Bey is a getaway to paradise. Boasting as many as 7, top, not room service and exceptional bars, Cinnamon bey has a location within the hotel to suit your every mood. It even includes an open-air sushi bar, not o
Treat Your Dad to a scrumptious Sunday Brunch at the Galle Face Hotel
This Father’s Day, treat your dad to a scrumptious Sunday Brunch at the Galle Face Hotel. The iconic hotel is offering a Father’s Day special at The Verandah restaurant, where dad dines for free (in a group of 4). The delicious Sunday brunch includes staples like rice and curry and family favourites such as roasted chicken, lamb, artisanal homemade sausages and a wide selection of seafood. Comfort food like pasta, Indian specialities like Naan a
Dinner Buffet at Ginza on the Edge
Ginza on the Edge is one of the oldest Japanese restaurants in the country and has been serving consistently good Japanese fare. Owned by Mr. Richard Balasuriya, the restaurant was once located at the Hilton Colombo before moving to Waters Edge, where it now serves authentic Japanese delights in a beautiful location with great views. Since recent time
Ifthaar @ Nara Thai
Nara Thai is a restaurant located in Colombo 03, just past the Stone and String in Colpetty which serves authentic Thai Cuisine. It’s a little pricey, but if what you’re looking for is good quality food, good portion sizes and perfect ambience, it’s worth every single rupee you spend. The restaurant is at No. 3, Deal Place A, Kollupitiya
The Dining Room by Ramona Oshini
Ramona Jayawardena is known mainly for her prowess in the fashion industry but her passion for fashion also trickles down into the delicious food she makes. Although she doesn’t have a restaurant or caters at the moment she explained,
An Eclectic Iftar spread at the Galle Face Hotel
The Galle Face Hotel, together with Cyaniq.social recently hosted an Iftar Dining Event at its premises for a gathering of more than 70 invitees from the community, industries and the media. Guests were treated to Iftar staples such as dates, chicken congee, shortThe Galle Face Hotel, together with Cyaniq.social recently hosted an Iftar Dining Event at its premises eats (vegetable samosa and chicken rolls), as well as a delectable buffet spread.
Chocoholics – A Little Bit of Heaven
Situated in the busy streets of Havelock Road, Chocoholics will you give the ultimate chocolate experience like no other! They’re dedicated to showering you with everything chocolate and you will love it all till the last drop!
Siam House - 25 Years of Thai Cuisine
Siam House is a Thai restaurant that has been serving authentic Thai food for the past 25 years; it’s located at No 17, Melbourne Avenue, Colombo 4. Over the years, it has gathered a reputation for being one of the finest Thai dining areas in the Colombo.
Ethical Life: Momos by Ruvi
We paid a visit to the second location opened by Momos by Ruvi. A conveniently located, cosy little restaurant that is filled with surprises. We tried a few of their vegan momo (dumpling) options and the vegetarian baos that they had to offer.
Ethical Life: Rice Salad with Crunchy Vegetables
This week on Ethical Life with Amritaa De Silva, we make a hearty and healthy rice salad using some of the best rice from Saaraketha Organics.
Things to keep in mind when transitioning to a vegetarian diet
A beef burger free life isn’t for everyone nor is giving up a good sirloin steak but somehow if you have decided to renounce all meat and try this veggie life you will soon realize that you can use all the help you can get. Adopting a vegetarian lifestyle is a gradual progression that requires your dedication in understanding about nutrition, food substitutes and finding a sequence that best works for you. Below are a few things I’ve picked up al
Weekend Iftar Buffet at Ceylon City Hotel
Ceylon City Hotel is situated in the busy streets of Bambalapitiya close to the sea. The restaurant is in the fourth floor with a beautiful view of the ocean. The restaurant is family friendly and has the ability to host approximately 65 to 70 guests, but t
The Sausage Shop
For the simple reason of not being able to find a decent sausage in Colombo, Digby Hill decided to make his own, at home. “Seven to eight years ago I started making sausages because I couldn’t find good sausages here,” he explained. Further, after trying and failing and finally succeeding he realised he had finally come up with the perfect formula for a damn good sausage. He started with the Pork a
Shangri La’s Ifthar Buffet: A spread fit for the discerning foodie
Since its inception, Shangri La firmly established itself as one of the city’s top buffets to aspire to, among its competitors. Despite a wide selection of items available in their buffet, they have consistently managed to pull it off, providing an assortment of tasty food with something for everyone. Shangri La has two ifthar options at present - a buffet spread at Table One and a lighter option o
Ifthar at the Mango tree: A rich Indian spread
The Mango Tree has been one of those restaurants that have been consistently providing good indian food. So when they invited us to try their Ifthar menu, we were excited.
Ifthaar @ Jack Tree
Jack tree is a cozy little dimly lit establishment located at number 200, Park Road,Colombo 5, that serves mainly Thai and Chinese cuisine. It’s run by the same group that owns Mango Tree hence the similarities in the name. We were invited in to try their Ifthaar pack made especially of course for Ramadan.
