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Colombo has a lot to offer if you know where to look!
There are tons of things to do in Colombo. But sometimes we tend to stick to the same old same old. So today we thought of writing about the experienc
Tag me @danu - Riding the Wave
Sri Lanka’s Epic Ocean Event and Why the Journey to Save Our Seas Has Just Begun! On October 20th, 2024, Sri Lanka made quite a splash! The big d
Behind the Spotlight: A Call for Change in the Performing Arts
Posing dramatically with a dazzling smile plastered on her face, a flashing spotlight illuminating the beads of sweat formed on her forehead, bejewell
Experience Master Chef Liang’s Special Menu at Yi Jing
Dining at Yi Jing, located at ITC Ratnadipa, is always a bit of an event. With its expansive views and sleek décor, the restaurant manages to feel bo
The impact of childhood attachments on adult relationships
Did you know that every hug, smile and conversation we have with other people is most likely influenced by invisible patterns from our childhood?
Dish It Out: Nivanthi Wijerathna
How do our food experts cook and eat? This week, food content creator, Nivanthi Wijerathna of @nivithelankangirl, takes our Q&A!
The Whinging Pome: Join the four percent club for a better world
Ninety-six percentage of unhappy customers, travellers or people receiving bad service do not complain was the conclusion of research carried out in t
Sri Lanka Design Festival 2024
From November 7th to 10th at Cinnamon Life City of Dreams in Colombo, SLDF 15th edition themed ‘Innovation Island’ unfolds an inspiring public pro
Influence of walls and panels
Enhancing Feng Shui of your home or work space by activating a few important walls is a unique but time tested approach, often adapted by the Senior
In Your Opinion - Presidential Election
Today IN YOUR OPINION we focus on Post the Presidential Election, which was a crucial turning point, a change election where voters were faced with de
Buzz with Danu - Shamkhan A
Shamkhan, born in Kolam, Kerala, dreamed big from the start. He kicked off his career modelling in college back in 2012 and quickly moved into choreog
SANTAPAWS XMAS BAZAAR & RUNWAY TO RESCUE, USHER IN THE FESTIVE SEASON
It’s the season to be loving and giving, especially to the less fortunate, and what better way to do so, than to usher in the festive season, keepi
Grief and Healing After a Suicide: Why Communities Must Come Together
The recent deaths of school students have left an unimaginable void in their families, schools, and our broader community. This tragedy isn’t someth
Is the Newest iPhone Worth the Upgrade?
In the ever-evolving world of smartphones, Apple’s latest offering, the iPhone 16, has hit the market with its usual fanfare. But in an increasingly
Hello 2050! What’s cooking?
Take a quick moment to recall your last grocery shopping trip. Some white rice, a handful of apples, a few bags of leafy greens and perhaps even a
MLH to host the ultimate ABBA experience
‘Arrival from Sweden’, one of the biggest and recognised as the world’s most authentic ABBA tribute shows, will come alive in Sri Lanka on Novem
Caring for Sick and Elderly Parents
When we were children our parents looked after us and provided for us. However, with time as they grow older the roles reverse and it is our turn to l
The Whinging Pome: Negombo - Fishing Village to Tourist Haven
Negombo in Sinhalese is ’’Meegamuwa’’ which means, ’’mass of bees’’. Well, I certainly got stung; I built a house close to the city. N
Let’s make a Charcuterie Board
If you are thinking of doing something fancy and different for a birthday, picnic, or anything you want to celebrate, a charcuterie board is always a
Paan Paan’s Fresh New Space at Staple Street
Paan Paan has been the go-to bakery on Staple Street, known for its artisanal bread and delectable pastries that have kept customers coming back for y
Pakistani Food Festival Happening Now at Courtyard by Marriott Colombo
The rich and vibrant flavours of Pakistan have come alive in Colombo at the Pakistani Food Festival, hosted by Courtyard by Marriott Colombo from Octo
Give the Gift of Sight to Restore Vision and Hope in the Elderly in Need
As October celebrates both the International Day of Older Persons and World Sight Day, HelpAge Sri Lanka—a beacon of light in the lives of elderly i
Why We Look Away: The Truth Behind the Bystander Effect
Just this past weekend, I saw an elderly woman collapse while waiting for her vehicle at a hotel. She seemed to have suffered a medical emergency, and
The science behind motivation
Imagine waking up each day with a clear purpose, feeling ready to face whatever comes your way. What keeps us going even when things get tough or our
From Hobby to Hustle: How One Student Balances Art Commissions and University
First, it begins with compliments on homemade brownies for close friends, or a twinkle in the eye from the receiver of a gifted, elaborate painting. T
World Animal Day 2024
World Animal Day is a beacon of hope and a call to action for animal lovers, welfare activists, and organisations across the globe. Celebrated on Octo
The Whinging Pome: Is this seat taken?
For those who have flown economy, boarded a flight, walked nervously down the aircraft aisle, looking ahead with fear and trepidation thinking. “Wh
Mays Table - Urban Refined Thai Cuisine
Our fun informal foodie group descend on Mays Table, a Thai food experience that is currently hot gossip in Colombo. At the upstairs location in the A
Buzz with Danu: Sidharrth Behera
Sidharrth Behera is a dynamic entrepreneur recognized as one of Times 40 Under 40, with a leadership role in several ventures. He is the founder of Ti
A Culinary Love Letter at Tabé: Where Tradition Meets Rebellion
When two chefs with distinct culinary backgrounds collaborate, magic happens. Tabé, the contemporary Japanese restaurant in Colombo, recently played