Botanik Bistro & Bar Reviewed
The newest entrant to Colombo’s rooftop bar scene, Botanik by Cantaloupe & Co hopes to firmly root itself as a hotspot amongst the city dwellers and promises to open doors to a new lifestyle.
Foods
Food fit for kings
Mango Tree has always been the go to restaurant for a taste of Indian cuisine, and recently I was one of the many who had the privilege of savouring the best of their Hyderabadi and Lucknowi delicacies laid out in view of a food festival that took place recently.
The English Cake Company
The English Cake Company is known for their gooey cakes, cheesecakes, tarts and pies and all this came about because Ellie Galapitage just couldn’t find good quality cakes in Colombo. She is a home baker who put together a bunch of recipes out of which the ones she likes are sold at their shop down Sulaiman Terrace.
Home Baker of The Week - Limashi Kosgodage
Having recently completed her BSc in Economics and Finance, 22 year old Limashi Kosgoda is currently reading for her Bachelor of Business Administration degree at the University of Colombo. But that hasn’t kept her away from her venture ‘Sugar Cube’.
Pinoy Feast at Hangover Hostels
When we walked into Hangover Hostels @ Colombo International Airport a few weeks ago what caught our eye was a pig on a spit roast. But what caught our eye more was Zen Batalla in a pair of shorts, a bright yellow t-shirt and sandals rotating the pig while running to the barbecue to cook the rest of the food that would end up on the dinner table.
Italian in infinite measures
Echo at Cinnamon Grand is home to some truly delightful and authentic Italian food. Aside from their comprehensive Italian menu, the restaurant is also known for their business lunch – a special anti-pasti buffet with over 15 scrumptious starters – with the option of a main
Sprinkles Bakes Reviewed
Sprinkles Bakes claims to serve mouth watering bakes and desserts that make you come back for more!
Mediterranean Food Festival at Mitsi’s Delicacies
Mitsi’s Delicacies, the brainchild of Milica Rasic of Serbian origin was founded in 2012. Known for its mouthwatering range of dishes, Mitsi’s has never failed to please its guests. Evolving as the country’s first ever Mediterranean restaurant, this petite café is set to reveal more if its latest culinary secrets at the inaugural Balkan Food Festival.
For the love of Pizza!
In a world full of picky eaters, Pizza is perhaps one food item that no one can complain about! (If you do, you are not human). While the pizza chains seem to dominate the pizza market in
Ikoi-Tei at Dutch Hospital
Among a wide cross section of the people in and around the city, it is pretty clear that there’s a fast-growing interest in Japanese cuisine now, than it used to be some years ago.
Danu And Harpo’s celebrate in style
Harpo’s Pizza and Danu Innasithamby are names everyone knows in our small island and on 29 September 2017, the two celebrated in style at the Bayleaf Restaurant to mark their 10th and 15th year anniversaries respectively.
KUURAKU celebrates first anniversary
It’s only one year since Kuuraku opened its doors to the public of Colombo but their popularity has been increasing so much that it has become the ‘go to’ place when you think of Japanese cuisine. Being located at Park Street Mews also helps as it’s a popular hangout place. The cuisine has only gotten better and better since they opened.
The Paddington now at Horton Place
The Paddington recently moved from their old location to a way more spacious one at Horton Place, and we couldn’t be happier.
The Food Life Reviewed
When we entered Raaidah Wahab’s home, the first thing that struck us was the aroma of spices. Having a husband and son who love Sri Lankan food and staying true to what she believes in, that of healthy, fresh food, she started The Food Life.
A chat with cheese expert Craig Dryden
Specialty cheese expert Craig Dryden was in Sri Lanka recently to host a VIP event for Fonterra Brands at the launch of Kapiti Cheese, a high-end premium cheese range from New Zealand.
Fairway Colombo Street Food Festival
Filled to the brim with tasty street food, from the ever-popular Fish and Chips and Grills, to mouth-watering Dosas, Box Noodles, Rottis and even Acharu, the Fairway Colombo Street Food Festival is made even more special due to its unique and rustic location, the vibrant Hospital Street in Colombo 01.
Yuppie Review : The Colombo Breakfast Journal
You know what they say, ‘Breakfast is the most important meal of them all.”
My Sister’s Kitchen Reviewed
My Sister’s Kitchen (MSK) delivers authentic Jaffna cuisine in Colombo. Home cook Thushara Innasithamby started MSK four years ago and today, she has a large clientele of regular customers ordering her home cooked meals.
The Batter - a one stop shop for Love Cakes
If there’s anything good that came out of our little island being colonised, it’s certainly the hybrid fare that emerged. Topping the list is Love Cake, a Portuguese contribution that us Lankans lovingly elevated and fused with the use of local spices, cashews and rose water.
Memorable goodies at Goodies
Goodies at Cinnamon Lakeside is a gem in the city – the coffee shop has been around for ages although it wasn’t always as spacious as it is now and the prices have always remained reasonable – for a five star hotel.
WTF - CP’S GRILL
It’s always nice to walk into a place with a big vision. Chathumal Piyasena who battled the 9-5 routine in life has now moved on to making his dream a reality. The name of his venture is different; so I wanted to know what it stood for. The puzzle was solved - CP stands for the owner’s initials (he has been called CP for as long as he can remember).
SLTDA Grades ‘Tourist Friendly Eating Venues’ in Kandy
After the successful launch of the ‘Tourist Friendly Eating Places’ campaign in Colombo, the second phase of the Certification scheme initiated by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) together with Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) and the Ministry of Health commenced in Kandy. The Certification awards ceremony for the selected 18 eating venues in Kandy was held on 24 July 2017 at Monara Restaurant of Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism a
Playtrix Golf Room
Playtrix is hands down one of the most versatile locations in Colombo. The pub/lounge transforms across a number of different shapes and forms. Weekdays are a casual, sports-centred affair with a focus on the multiple TV screens placed throughout the location which allows patrons to watch a sport of their choice on the screen dedicated to their table.
The EPFS Home Cooks And Entrepreneurs Fair Reviewed
As we drove into Shalika Hall down in Park Road on Sunday 13 August, a big yellow banner greeted us at the entrance; “EPFS Community – Bringing People Together”. True to their slogan, the EPFS Community launched its first EPFS Home Cooks and Entrepreneurs Fair from 10am to 4pm, bringing together home entrepreneurs in Sri Lanka.
Hyderabadi and Lucknowi food festival at Mango Tree
Prepare to savour the taste of royal cuisine at Mango Tree, one of Colombo’s leading North Indian restaurants, as they host a month long Hyderabadi and Lucknowi food festival from 15 August to 10 September.
Eat Street Colombo Reviewed
It was definitely the place to be last Saturday (the 12th of August). With over 50 stalls serving a variety of amazing food, it was every foodie’s heaven. The crowds were pouring in from the time they declared the festival open at 10 in the morning and till 10 in the night it had a continuous flow of both young and old.
A scrumptious evening curated by Chef Jason Atherton
Set in a tropical setting where banana leaves were used as table decor with the idea of infusing Ceylon tea into not just the five course meal but in the thoughts of those present, the Ceylon Tea Festival Tea Banquet curated and cooked by three Michelin starred Chef Jason Atherton was an evening of sheer culinary prowess.
Harpo’s Pizza 10th Anniversary Celebrations rolls out the First wood fired Harpo’s Pizza Roaming Truck
Harpo’s Pizza & Pasta, the first home grown pizza brand celebrates 10 successful years with the launch of the first wood fired Harpo’s Pizza Roaming Truck.
The Eccentric Gastronomist
For the gastronomically adventurous, there’s a world of quirky meals out there, waiting to be devoured. Whether you prefer to walk off the beaten path in your quest for exciting, native meals, or enjoy frequenting high end spots offering delicacies, the choice is truly endless. The Eccentric Gastronomist takes a look at the most exotic, outrageous, extravagant and sometimes questionable meals on offer. Join us as we take you around the world, one
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