• 09 February 2017
  • Niro Waidyaratne
Tea Lounge at The Edge

The newest addition to Waters Edge, the Tea Lounge at the Edge embraces the Dilmah Tea revolution in offering the finest Ceylon tea to the tea connois

  • 08 February 2017
  • Cat Douglas
Vegan Poya Day Buffet at MLH

With Navam Poya being held on February 10 (Friday), it’s time to reflect on the first precept of Buddhism - panatipata veramani sikkhapadam samadiya

  • 08 February 2017
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7 Places for Maki Rolls

Japanese cuisine has risen from relative obscurity to considerable fame over the past few years introducing us Sri Lankans to the concept of raw food

  • 08 February 2017
  • Natasha Fernandopulle
Dipped

Eranga Eliyapura is a medical doctor who owns and operates a clinic in Rajagiriya, with her husband Milinda Salpitikorala. They have a son who is just

  • 07 February 2017
  • Panchali Illankoon
Vegan and Vegetarian Fare by Cafe Kumbuk

Cafe Kumbuk opened up a second location at the Colombo Good Market opposite Racecourse Grounds. As a vendor of the Good Market, Cafe Kumbuk has alway

  • 07 February 2017
  • Natasha Fernandopulle
Indulge on Valentine’s Day

As much as Valentine’s Day is about celebrating love indulging in some delectable food with your partner - or if you are single - on your own, can c

  • 02 February 2017
  • Jithendri Gomes
For The Love of Chillie!

If you are an achcharu fanatic you are going to love love love this drink! Next time you have friends over give them a surprise that will have them co

  • 02 February 2017
  • Cat Douglas
Meat Alternatives

So you’ve decided you want to try give vegetarianism or veganism a try. Whether it be for animal welfare, health or environmental concerns there’s

  • 01 February 2017
  • Rihaab Mowlana
Sushi Bar Samurai

Popular Negombo based sushi joint Sushi Bar Samurai recently set up shop in Parliament Road, Rajagiriya. We decided to drop by and check it out. Here

  • 01 February 2017
  • Natasha Fernandopulle
Bake A Wish

With the aim of baking anything you could wish for, or almost anything you could wish for, Suulali Gunatissa of Bake A Wish, creates some of the most

  • 26 January 2017
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Dry Onion Sambol on The Startup Cook

If there was one out of the many things that dear Maudiegirl Von Bloss taught me it was the importance of a rice puller. You know that little somethin

  • 26 January 2017
  • Kamanthi Wickramasinghe
Organicoguru

Living a healthy lifestyle has become a challenge today as many of us end up eating the same junk food that we love. However, there has been a growing

  • 26 January 2017
  • Jithendri Gomes
Gourmet CBP

Inspired by a father, modified by a daughter, they take the age old Chocolate Biscuit Pudding (CBP) to a whole new level with silky-smooth, gooey and

  • 25 January 2017
  • Cat Douglas
What Is Vegetarianism?

Welcome to the first week of a brand new column where I’ll be bringing you info on ethical eating and living life in a more compassionate way. You c

  • 25 January 2017
  • Natasha Fernandopulle
Venice by Ocean

Can you really say no to ice cream? I won’t lie, I can’t - especially if it is the homemade kind! So when I got a message from Oceanie De Silva ab

  • 25 January 2017
  • Jithendri Gomes
Bubbluscious

For the love of all things bubble, Bubbluscious opened its doors on December 18! Introducing a range of Bubble Teas, Bubble Coffees and Bubble Dessert

  • 24 January 2017
  • Jithendri Gomes
Frosties

Located away from the hustle of the city and even the main road, Frosties is a delightful little café found down Attidiya Road in Ratmalana. They are

  • 24 January 2017
  • Panchali Illankoon
LET’S BRUNCH

Let’s Brunch is probably Sri Lanka’s first restaurant specializing in brunch. Having opened its doors last year, the restaurant is run by Thisakya

  • 23 January 2017
  • Kamanthi Wickramasinghe
Maharaja Palace

Indian cuisine has always been a favourite among us Sri Lankans. Situated in the heart of Colombo is Maharaja Palace, an elegantly built restaurant se

  • 18 January 2017
  • Natasha Fernandopulle
Waffely by Lava

In August 2016, husband and wife duo, Indunil Piyadigama and Lavanya Devasurendra felt they wanted to venture into something food related. Being medic

  • 18 January 2017
  • Niro Waidyaratne
Smooth It Up

This popular venue in Colombo for healthy snacks and on the go smoothies and juices is located at #3 Jawatte Avenue, Colombo 5, in the premises of Bod

  • 18 January 2017
  • Kamanthi Wickramasinghe
Ayu by Mövenpick Hotel

Ayu, the international all-day dining restaurant at Mövenpick Hotel offers a casual and fun dining atmosphere. From local specialties to internationa

  • 11 January 2017
  • Natasha Fernandopulle
Francesco’s

Whenever Dimuthu Gamage does something he does it right. Take Giovanni’s for instance, they serve the best pizzas in Colombo. And the same goes for

  • 11 January 2017
  • Panchali Illankoon
Tea Avenue introduces all new breakfast menu

There’s nothing quite like a good breakfast and Tea Avenue definitely promises you one with their all new breakfast menu!

  • 04 January 2017
  • Natasha Fernandopulle
Baker’s Choice Reviewed

You need to meet Laki Ratnayake and only then would understand the concept behind some of the finest European sourdough breads you can get your hands

  • 04 January 2017
  • Kamanthi Wickramasinghe
The Banyan by Heritance Negombo

Situated opposite the Heritance Negombo is The Banyan – a fine dining space built by the hotel for outside guests who would like to dine in, either

  • 28 December 2016
  • Niro Waidyaratne
Black Pepper Colombo

Located in the heart of Colombo, the Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct now offers a new fine dining experience at the all new Black Pepper restaurant.

  • 28 December 2016
  • Natasha Fernandopulle
The Vanilla Bean Bakery

These past few months have seen me visiting a number of home bakers and cooks. The experience has been refreshing thanks to the fresh flavours and att

  • 22 December 2016
  • Zainab Faizal
6 Places for Cookies This Christmas

Here’s a roundup of cookies we’ve found quite intriguing in Colombo, from its looks to its texture and flavour. After all, we were bound to prove

  • 21 December 2016
  • Natasha Fernandopulle
Date Bar

This week I’d like to introduce you to a mother and daughter duo, Roshan Ibrahim and Nishreen Savanghan who churn out delicious date based chutneys