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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
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!
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
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
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
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
Christmas cake in and around Colombo
Tired of spending endless hours trying to whip up the perfect Christmas cake? Perhaps it’s finally time to relax this season and be jolly, as Life O
7 spots for delectable treats this Christmas
It is that time of year again when indulgence, especially when it comes to food and drink is on the cards. So we thought we’d make it a little easie
Big Mama’s
Big Mama’s specialises in catering for small dinner parties of eight to 10 people, while they also have lamprais available throughout the week. The
Ceylon City Hotel’s Flamingo Restaurant
The Ceylon City Hotel, situated at 11, Upatissa Road, Colombo 04, is a fairly new addition to the Sri Lankan hospitality industry. On the fourth floor
Sweet and Saucy Carrots On The Startup Cook
Dinner can always be simplified. If you are fighting for time, consider making a single vegetable rather than several of them. Think about pairing fla
CityRest Fort Reviewed
Tucked away in the heart of Colombo Fort, CityRest Fort is an excellent location of lodging for the budget sensitive traveller. Although it follows th
Lemongrass Reviewed
We’ve seen how Colombo is filled with restaurants offering numerous Indian dishes, but when it’s Indian and authenticity is what you need, then Le
Arabian Knights Reviewed
Here’s where to go for Arabic food and a wide range of Middle Eastern favouritesfromFalafel, Fattoush, Hummus and Shawarmasall made from carefully s
THE Nippon Mutton Rolls are back
We were a family who rarely ate from out, as my mum was and still is someone who promotes homecooked food be it rice and curry, cakes and desserts or
One Up all Day Breakfast & Coffee
One Up All Day Breakfast is a little cafe breaking all conventional breakfast rules by serving breakfast all day long from 8:00AM to 4:00PM from Tuesd
Soul Coffee Introduces Coffee Bags
Soul Coffee, Sri Lanka’s premier handcrafted coffee supplier, recently introduced their latest innovation, coffee bags, at a launch held at the newl
The Dutchman’s Street
Located inside the Dutch Fort of Matara, The Dutchman’s Street is taking over the Southern coast with its one of a kind ambience and delicious food.
MA’s Gourmet Food Packs
MA’s has been a household name among Sri Lankans for three decades, with 2016 being their 30th year in operation. They don’t just produce spices b
Saman Villas Introduces New Menu
Sri Lanka’s first boutique hotel, Saman Villas is located in the small fishing village of Aturuwella in Bentota. Established in 1995, the hotel is s
Chinese Master Chef at Golden Dragon
Golden Dragon, Taj Samudra’s Chinese fine dining restaurant, specialises in the tantalising cuisine of the Sichuan province. Sichuan food is about f
Flag & Whistle Reviewed
Located on the fifth floor of the Setmil Maritime Centre in Colombo 15, overlooking the harbour, this is a spacious, tastefully decorated restaurant.
Easy Wrap On The Startup Cook
Easy and delicious is a not a very easy combination when you think of cooking. But when you have a hectic job and you have to make food for yourself,
VU Rooftop Resto Bar
VU, the all new roof top resto bar at Best Western Elyon in Colombo 5 was launched just a few days ago. VU lets you disconnect from your usual mundane
The Bake Cottage
Another week, another home baker and this week we met Amandi Eliyapura, whose magical hands and brilliant mind, are behind The Bake Cottage. Amandi do
The Ceylon Crab Reviewed
Fresh, yummy and lovingly prepared meaty crab for the best rates in town? Yes please!! Our crab loving selves were pretty excited when we stumbled upo
Ginza on the Edge Reviewed
Ginza is one of the oldest Japanese restaurants to start operations in Colombo. When they started up in 1987 they were at the Hilton Colombo. Now loca
Cravings by Sue
It has been a while, just over four months to be exact, since my last review. As much as I loved staying home with my kids it is great to be back revi
Churrasco Reviewed
Two weeks back, OZO Colombo launched its first ever Sunday Brunch at their EAT restaurant. Of Brazilian origin, a Churrasco restaurant serves unlimite
8 spots for waffles in Colombo
Waffles have been around since the 14th century and that is a pretty long time considering we’re now in a world filled with the Kardashians and smar