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The Whinging Pome: Queen Victoria Statue - Missing in Action
The twenty-one feet tall statue of Queen Victoria was built in England and brought to Colombo in 1897. It was unceremoniously shipped off to the Victo
Building on Legacy: Udayshanth Fernando’s Latest Paradise Road Outlet Opens in Colombo
“This is an amalgamation of all our efforts,” says Udayshanth Fernando, widely known as Shanth Fernando, reflecting on the opening of the latest P
Conservationists ring alarm bells on the future of Sri Lanka’s wildlife
The incumbent government has proposed several moves to mitigate the aggravating human-wildlife conflict, much to the dismay of wildlife conservationis
Tag me @danu - Going Dry this New Year
Colombo’s buzzing social scene just got a refreshing twist to kick off the New Year! Say hello to Sober Social Colombo—Sri Lanka’s first-ever dr
Zero Plans for New Year’s Eve? Here Are Last-Minute Celebration Ideas!
So, it’s December 31st, and you’ve found yourself in a bit of a predicament: the clock is ticking down, the excitement of the new year is in the a
Reset, Refocus, Reclaim: Embracing Wellness for 2025
With it being the last day of the year, promises to do better and be better linger on lips. There is constant chatter about resolutions and aiming hig
Google NotebookLM’s Audio Revolution
In a significant leap forward for digital learning tools, Google Labs has unveiled a groundbreaking addition to their NotebookLM platform – the Audi
Sri Lanka’s Celebration of World Meditation Day
On the 6th of December 2024, the UN General Assembly voted to proclaim the 21st of December to be World Meditation Day. The objective of the declarati
Travel Smarter: Your Digital Guide to Effortless Adventures
In an era where smartphones have become our most trusted travel companions, discovering the hidden gems of Sri Lanka has never been easier or more aff
Finding Joy in Simplicity: Minimalist Christmas Celebrations
With the holiday season in full swing, Sri Lankans are redefining how they mark Christmas. Traditionally marked with grandeur and abundance, a quiet r
Celebrating the festive season safely and responsibly
With Christmas tomorrow and New Year’s approaching, it is a time filled with anticipation, celebration and joy. However, it is essential to prioriti
Blast Thru 2024 to 2025: The Ultimate Countdown Experience
As the year draws to a close, Ramada by Wyndham Colombo is gearing up to host Colombo’s most anticipated New Year’s Eve celebration. The ’’Bla
The HSBC Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival
The HSBC Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival is set for January 17-19, 2025, under the curation of Mita Kapur, who has assisted in implementing the visi
The Whinging Pome: Nelson Mandela - a visionary and my hero
Nelson Mandela was born in Transkei South Africa in 1918, into a tribal royal family. He spent 27 years however in prison, including periods of hard
Workspace energies
When you can learn to balance the energy in your work environment, your own energy will be in harmony. When that happens, all of the things you want i
The Story Behind My Sister’s Kitchen: A Conversation with Thushara Innasithamby
When it comes to authentic Jaffna cuisine, My Sister’s Kitchen (MSK) has made its mark as a trusted name for over a decade. A home-based cloud kitch
Buzz with Danu - Nishan Silva
Today on the buzz I have Nishan Silva: The Game-Changer in Hospitality. Nishan Silva is a name synonymous with innovation, passion, and exceptional le
Eat the Rainbow
We are no strangers to infamous sayings such as “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” or “you are what you eat” which were devised to promote
Design Beyond Limits: The Reinvention of Notebook Culture
Imagine a world where design isn’t just about pixels and perfection, but about passion, personality, and pure creative joy. Welcome to the universe
Why goodbye matters
Whether it’s the final page of a book, the last day of the year, or the end of a relationship, endings are a part of life that we all encounter, and
Mastering the Art of Leather Craft: Rosaria Liyanage
At just 31, Rosaria Liyanage has carved a niche as a leather artisan, seamlessly blending traditional Italian craftsmanship with a global perspective.
Sew Much Joy
The Patchwork Cloth Doll and Craft Expo is coming to the BMICH Mihilaka Medura on 20th, 21st and 22nd December 2024 from 10 a.m. to 6.00p.m. and it pr
Feng Shui: Dissipate unfavorable energies
A normal concern in any home is to keep the family free of negative influences, bad luck and ill health. Over a period of time the house normal gather
The Whinging Pome: Don’t go chasing waterfalls
There are said to be over four hundred waterfalls in Sri Lanka. Lanka Council of Waterfalls say there could be more, some known to locals but not logg
Tag me @danu - Ultimate Christmas Experience
Welcome to the Ultimate Christmas Experience at Park Street Gourmet! The season of joy, indulgence, and giving is here, and PSG is ready to make your
Modern Friendships in the Age of Ghosting
Friendships have always been fluid, shaped by life’s inevitable ebbs and flows. But in the digital age, the landscape of human connection has underg
The not-so-jolly side of the season
Behind the jingle bells and clinking glasses at midnight, Christmas and New Year’s can be a lot harder to power through than it looks. Amidst a mult
KALĀ 2025: Celebrating South Asian Art and the 75th Anniversary of UVPA
The second edition of KALĀ, a premier platform for South Asian modern and contemporary art, is set to return to Sri Lanka in 2025. KALĀ aims to str
Serenity by Mims
Serenity by Mims an online store selling semi-precious crystal jewellery was launched in Sri Lanka recently. It was something that started as a hobby
Gourmet Galle 2025: A Feast of Culinary Adventures on Sri Lanka’s South Coast
Gourmet Galle 2025, is seven weeks of mouth-watering gourmet events that span from January 27 to March 9, 2025, bringing together globally celebrated