Food
Nandi’s Milk Toffee
I am standing outside Nanditha Gamage’s home with my photographer Kushan and an incredible aroma of milk toffee wafts over to the side of the
Mother’s Day at Hilton Colombo
Mother’s Day: that special day dedicated to that special person in your life is celebrated all around the world. Be it your mother, grandmoth
All roads to get the perfect body
All roads to get the perfect body necessarily lead to a good cardio workout, a fact that is largely overlooked by many gym fanatics.
Recipe: Saucy Chicken Lo Mein
My kids love their Chinese food and Chinese takeout is a weekly tradition in our house. But saying this I do worry about the amount of MSG and othe
On the move with Jet-A-Pet.lk
We live in a world that is truly smaller. Overseas vacations and work assignments to different countries are becoming more and more
Hot & Spicy Fun Island with B&S
Prima Kottumee, the popular youth brand recently launched their latest campaign with the ‘Hot & Spicy Fun Island commerci
Dine to Dive at Hilton Colombo
Weekends are “splashy” at Hilton Colombo! The “Dine to Dive” deal offers the Hilton Colombo diners free use of the swimming
Recipe: Fruit Galettes
I wouldn’t say I was an exceptional cook, if the recipe is too long to read I have been guilty of ordering take away rather than taking the t
BeWAXeD
A smooth and hairless body was the standard of beauty in ancient Egypt. The pharaoh’s wife set the example of removing body hair and soon eve
Bark Street
Many dog owners treat their pooches like their very own children, pampering them in every way imaginable. This kind of affection could either have
Supplement Myths
From plastic surgery to botox, it’s almost as if no one really cares about getting there with a little sweat these days. Everyone is after th
Raheema Hotel serving good Biriyani
For many of those who have been involved in productions at the Lionel Wendt, we all know where to head off for a bite at an extremely affordable pr
Vegetarian Wishlist: Potato Salad
A yummy and healthy vegetarian option for Creamy Potato Salad with Lemon and Fresh Herbs.
Avurudu special at Cocoon Resorts
Enjoy a discount up to 40% when booking a beautiful Silk Room with en suite bathroom & jacuzzi or Luxurious Villa with pri
Avurudu at the Curry Leaf
Hilton Colombo will bring some culture to the hotel with traditional Sri Lankan activities during the Sinhala & Tamil New Year.
Hot wheels delivery for Avurudhu
With many in the city on holiday and most house-hold help away for the Avurudhu holidays, Hot Wheels Delivery service is a welcome optio
Chef Publis’ Kevili Kade
Aluth Avurudu is around the corner!!! This is a celebration – one of a kind held in great reverence in Sri Lanka alone.
Sports to get ripped
Ever noticed how it was that much easier to tell the different sports that people did in school by looking at their physiques? It’s quite eas
Recipe: Chocolate Lasagna
Doesn’t just the mention of it make your taste buds salivate in anticipation, chocolate lasagna. What heavenly bliss!!
7th Avenue sofas
This week on Home Hints we feature 7th Avenue sofas as our décor store of the week. We spoke to Kanishka Malawana about the store and t
Chocolate Almond Pear Tart
Anna’s Kitchen, the fortnightly column on Food Factor, Daily Mirror has decided to spread its flavours to www.life.lk a
Dhanu’s: An absolute feast
“When it comes to food, I want plenty, over the top, FEASTS”, says Dhanusha Fernando, when asked what her philosophy on food is.
Recipe: Toast and Egg Muffin Cups
These delectable little treats are a great way to get your kids to eat eggs. Encased in its very own bread basket, the egg can be served
“Go Greek” at Colombo Fort Cafe
The Colombo Fort Cafe offers the richness and splendour of Greek food for this month’s promotion from 15 till the 31st.Situated at the Dutch
Top calorie burners
While packing on muscle is a concern for men, losing fat is a common predicament that men and women face on common ground and it's always a goo
Recipe: Passion fruit Kisscuits
The passion fruit tree outside my office window has suddenly blossomed into fruit, with every branch laden with its sweet fruit.
Easter Brunch at Spices
Easter celebrations are around the corner. The resurrection of Christ is celebrated magnificently all over the world. Hilton Colombo has always cel
Roast & Grills at the Bayleaf
Many identify Italian cooking with its most popular dishes, like pizza and spaghetti. However the Italian regions have its own style and varied pre
Waffles & Crepes @ Park Street Mews
Park Street mews designed to a modern warehouse concept with a cool and chilled out atmosphere is the ideal escape from the day time heat and a str