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International Women’s Day 2024
International Women’s Day is a global day, celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also calls a mark
Buzz with Danu - Sammani Pathiranagama
Today on the Buzz I speak to the young lady who added the extra flair to men’s fashion in Sri Lanka. It’s been 10 years since her brand olive-cout
Art is her Outlet for Self- Expression
With a very impressive and distinguished career in art spanning 50 years, Iromie Wijewardena needs no introduction. Art is a means of self–expressi
Introducing Padel Tennis To Sri Lanka
Elevating sports and recreation in the heart of the city, Padel House has just introduced the sport Padel Tennis to Sri Lanka, a sport very common in
International Designers AT CFW
Spanning just over two decades, Colombo Fashion Week has earned a reputation as one of the leading fashion weeks in Asia. Due to this, during each sea
Habitat destruction: Main factor driving species towards extinction
At a time when more flora and fauna are vulnerable to extinction, policymakers from around the world are already weighing in the pros and cons of biod
Beauty with a Purpose
The Queen of the World Pageant was introduced to the world in 2022 as a pageant not merely focusing on beauty but also seeking ladies with exceptiona
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
Buzz with Danu - Megan Dhakshini Shatrughan
Today on the Buzz I speak to Megan who loves the creative and art side of life. Her love for poetry has built her own following. Megan is a creative m
Women who made history
Long before glass ceilings and equality were spoken about, there have been many women who played great roles. With women all over the world set to cel
Emerging Designers at CFW
One of the biggest draws of Colombo Fashion Week is the day when emerging designers showcase their collections. This is my particularly favourite segm
Rashmi Uday Singh Unveils Hospitality Hope - A Portal For Job Seekers
Renowned food writer and critic Rashmi Uday Singh graced our shores recently at the special invitation of chef Darshan Munidasa to attend a private ev
CFW Returns to the Runway
Founder and President of Colombo Fashion Week Ajai Vir Singh announced at a press conference held yesterday that the 21st edition of CFW will take pla
Restoration WNPS is at the forefront of conserving Mangrove Ecosystems
One of Sri Lanka’s six RAMSAR wetlands, the Anawilundawa sanctuary is surrounded by a colourful coastline, enhanced by the lush mangroves that shiel
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,
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 ventu
A day at the races with the RTC Nuwara Eliya
The Royal Turf Club, Nuwara Eliya has embarked on an ambitious programme to uphold the tradition of horse racing in Nuwara Eliya. Since the inception
Finding Refuge in Movement: ’’(Un) Thread’’ and the Power of Dance to Transform
In a world often torn by conflict, where identity struggles persist, art stands as a beacon of expression and understanding. For one individual, dance
Kala Pola 2024 - A beacon of hope and opportunity for artists
The eagerly anticipated art fair, the Kala Pola which is a red letter day in the calendar of the artists’ community was held on Sunday at Green Path
Unveiling KALĀ: A Celebration of South Asian Art at the Lionel Wendt Art Centre
In a groundbreaking collaboration between the Lionel Wendt Art Centre and KALĀ, a platform dedicated to showcasing South Asian art, a new era of arti
Ceylon Literary & Art Festival
Sri Lanka’s burgeoning community of literary and art aficionados were treated to a smorgasbord of delights by way of the literary and art offerings
From Heritage to Streetwear: Common Folk weaving a modern tale of innovation
Handloom textile weaving in Sri Lanka is said to date back to the 6th century BC as early as when Prince Vijaya from India landed in Sri Lanka and fir
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 chef
Celebrating a Remarkable 15-Year Journey
Celebrating a remarkable 15-year journey, the De Lanerolle Brothers (DLB) are returning to where it all began – Waters Edge. Standard Chartered Prio
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 seaf
Tag me @danu - Planting eggs
Today I wanted to share my experience visiting The Galbokka Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Center, Kosgoda, Sri Lanka - it’s amazing to see the
Helga’s Folly Unveiled
As part of the Ceylon Literary and Art Festival which took place in Kandy on 8th and 9th February, Curado offered a tour of Helga’s Folly. Well kno
Pivot. Glide. Echo. An exhibition of art at Kala
South Asian Art Platform Kala presents its inaugural exhibition with revered Sri Lankan photographer Lionel Wendt serving as the catalyst for the ex
KALA in association with the Lionel Wendt Art Centre
KALĀ in association with the Lionel Wendt Art Centre, a platform for South Asian Art, opens 28th January 2024 with its inaugural exhibition ‘Pivot
Ceylon Literary and Art Festival: Ramya Chamalie
The festival was held in the salubrious citadel city of Kandy and has now moved to the heady metropolis of Colombo. Packed with many leading authors f
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