• 28 April 2023
  • Rihaab Mowlana
From Passion to Purpose: Proceeds from Classes and Sales to Support Charitable Causes

There are few things as fulfilling as using your skills and talents to make a positive impact on the world. For one woman, embracing her love for clot

  • 27 April 2023
  • Rihaab Mowlana
Alhambra: A Taste of Authentic Indian Cuisine in the Heart of Colombo

I recently visited one of Colombo’s oldest Indian restaurants - Alhambra at Ramada by Wyndham. While I had dined at Alhambra many times before, I ha

  • 26 April 2023
  • Panchali Illankoon
Ping! ’Virtually Everything Is Fine’ Hits The Stage

Stages Theatre Group proudly presents their latest production PING! Virtually Everything is Fine running from the 27th to the 29th of April, 2023 at t

  • 26 April 2023
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GANU-DENU to help those in need

“Give what you can. Take what GANU-DENU you need”. This is how the motto reads for the latest endeavour named the GANU-DENU programme by the Annap

  • 21 April 2023
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A Retrospective : Tracing the artistic journey of artist and feminist Kamala Vasuki

A Retrospective - an exhibition tracing the artistic journey of Kamala Vasuki, a woman-artist and feminist activist coming from north and east took pl

  • 20 April 2023
  • Panchali Illankoon
DISH IT OUT – VISHVI VIDANAPATHIRANA

How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, food blogger and reviewer Vishvi of @platedonred and @malpapadum takes our Q&A!

  • 19 April 2023
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Unsung Heroines: A striking performance presented by the Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka

Enveloped in a sphere of light sitting with grandeur in the centre of the stage was an extremely beautiful concert grand piano, along with arrangement

  • 13 April 2023
  • Kamanthi Wickramasinghe
Crop damage in Sri Lanka: Does sending toque macaques to China solve the problem?

The Sri Lankan government’s plan to send 100,000 toque macaques to China has been frowned upon by animal rights groups, conservationists and the nat

  • 13 April 2023
  • Panchali Illankoon
AVURUDU IN THE MODERN DAY: OF TRADITIONS LOST AND FOLLOWED

The Sinhala and Tamil New Year is an important national day in Sri Lanka that heralds a month-long celebration in April.

  • 10 April 2023
  • Panchali Illankoon
French Is The Language Of Love

The famed duo, Laurent Brunetti and Mario Pacchioli of Les Monsieur Monsieur visited Sri Lanka on its South Asia tour leg on the occasion of Francopho

  • 07 April 2023
  • Kamanthi Wickramasinghe
A ‘Locally Sourced’ culinary experience with Celebrated Chef Simon Toohey

Following a week’s expedition around the island, dynamic TV Chef and MasterChef Australia finalist Simon Toohey presented a rare culinary experience

  • 07 April 2023
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Iftar buffet @ Ramada

Ramada’s famous Iftar buffet, priced only at LKR 5900/= net per person, is happening as the sun sets for guests to break-fast at the Gardenia Restau

  • 05 April 2023
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Hope for a better future

As the youth of Sri Lanka continues to be a symbolic representation of hope for a better future, Hafsah Muheed transcends beyond the mere label of an

  • 31 March 2023
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Workshop on Dog Behaviour

When it comes to training dogs, compassion should be the only approach. To bust the myths about inflicting force when training a dog and to educate pe

  • 31 March 2023
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‘Never thirst again’

The choir of The Cathedral of Christ the living saviour presents ‘Never thirst again!’ A passion tide cantata on Saturday the 1st April at 7.00pm

  • 31 March 2023
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Fabienne Francotte - Francophonie 2023

In the frame of Francophonie 2023 in Sri Lanka, French language is celebrated through arts with the Belgian artist Fabienne Francotte who has conducte

  • 31 March 2023
  • Koluu
OH! Colombo: Yearning to be a Star

It is a trend these days where everyone yearns to be a star. On social media the number of people who are desperate to become somebody is obvious. Wit

  • 30 March 2023
  • Danu Innasithamby
Buzz with Danu - Emal Gunasekera

Today on the Buzz I’m speaking to another young future leader who is well on his way to making changes that this country deserves to see. Sameera Em

  • 29 March 2023
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Colombo Cultural Show: An Enjoyable Outdoor Experience of Authentic Sri Lankan Dance

There has always been a massive void in Colombo for anyone, local or foreign, to savour a regularly held authentic Sri Lankan cultural show that refle

  • 29 March 2023
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Unstoppable: Join ESAF in Raising Awareness for Endometriosis

The Endometriosis Support & Awareness Foundation (ESAF) is initiating an awareness event titled ‘Unstoppable’ which is scheduled to take place on

  • 29 March 2023
  • Panchali Illankoon
The Newest Café In Colombo ElPodio

The newest restaurant entering the culinary scene in Colombo is ElPodio, a family-friendly restaurant that aims to offer unique culinary experiences t

  • 29 March 2023
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International Hummus Festival at Hilton Colombo

The Hilton Colombo is presenting their International Hummus Festival for the 2nd consecutive year in the form of an extravagant, mouth-watering intern

  • 29 March 2023
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Courtyard by Marriott Colombo celebrates the holy month of Ramadan

The recently launched Courtyard by Marriott Colombo, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, is marking the holy month

  • 27 March 2023
  • Rihaab Mowlana
A chat with Himaya: Miss Earth Australia – Charity

Sri Lankan born Himaya Wijayaweera recently won one of the 5 national titles in the Miss Earth Australia National competition - Miss Earth Australia -

  • 24 March 2023
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‘Soul of a City’ photography exhibition showcasing the soul of Kandy

Soul of a City, a photography exhibition and sale showcasing a selection of black and white photographs taken during the COVID pandemic in the city of

  • 24 March 2023
  • Koluu
Oh!! Colombo: Of Pumpkin and Jak

The conversation at a casual Sunday lunch at Trixie’s segued to an article in the past week’s Daily Mirror where it stated that 59% of the Sri Lan

  • 22 March 2023
  • Panchali Illankoon
Celebrate Francophonie 2023 in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is set to celebrate Francophonie during the month of March 2023 with a multidisciplinary programme hosting over 20 events. Every year, on Ma

  • 22 March 2023
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Aluth Pola

The Aluth Pola, a Justice for Animals fundraiser is being organised for the fifth time and will take place on Sunday, March 26th from 10:00am – 6.00

  • 22 March 2023
  • Panchali Illankoon
Mad Curry Skills By Chari presents ‘Live Cooking’ Workshops

Home-based food business, Mad Curry Skills by Chari, run by home cook Charindi Meegasthanna together with her husband Chinthaka Dharmakeerthi is a kno

  • 20 March 2023
  • Rihaab Mowlana
Oscars Awards: Performative activism and wokeness?

The Oscars have always been touted as the pinnacle of cinematic excellence, honouring the best achievements in filmmaking, including performances, dir