Places

Journey to the Nil Diya Pokuna 

The legend of King Ravana has become popular as of recent times, and there has been a growing following of enthusiasts setting out to explore the corners of the island looking for evidence and historical artefacts. Kasun Chamara and Prasad…

A piece of Polonnaruwa

When talking about Polonnaruwa, most would think of it as a town to pass through on the way to other destination parts of Sri Lanka. This town, part of the cultural triangle of our country, is rich in heritage and…

Indulge in the perfect Sunday Brunch at the Taj Samudra

In celebration of International Women’s Day, Taj Samudra is offering 25% off for every table dining with a lady from 6-13 March 2022, at Golden Dragon, Navaratna, The Lattice, and Ports of Call.  This past Sunday, we decided to treat…

Soy and Szechuan: A rollercoaster of flavours

In a world where joy is the food of life, and a rollercoaster of flavours is your ticket to enter, Soy and Szechuan – the latest Chinese restaurant in Colombo – opens the door to your very own Chinese carnival;…

Staycation-style comfort at The Lavender House

Easily one of the best hotel stays we’ve had in a while, The Lavender House by Reveal in Pussellawa is a luxurious colonial-style bungalow that is absolutely ideal for an intimate get-away for family, couples, and friends if they wish…

Burley’s – High end fast food 

With the pandemic becoming such an integral part of our lives these past couple of years, and the economy taking a nosedive there has been little to celebrate for entrepreneurs and business owners – especially the innovators looking to take…

Cape Cookies: For all your cookie cravings 

Cookies are the perfect dessert; these round delights have everything anyone could want. Soft and gooey? Golden and crispy? Chocolatey? Minty? Salty? You name it. They’re truly one of the most versatile sweets and there’s nothing quite like biting into…

Is Sri Lanka aware of climate change?

The woes of the residents around Deduru Oya Deduru Oya is an extremely beneficial river, in the sense that it tries its best to eliminate the sorrows of the people in the nearby villages during its journey. Although, sometimes, it…

The sad state of Baththalangunduwa Island  

Baththalangunduwa Island is a small island off the coast of Kalpitiya in the Puttalam District of the North Western Province of Sri Lanka. Out of 14 islands, Baththalangunduwa is the second largest island after Uchchimune and Mohontuwara. The island covers…

The Warehouse – for art, culture, and cuisine

A one-stop spot for all your senses – the newest addition to Colombo’s restaurant scene “The Warehouse” boasts of art, culture, and cuisine all under one roof.  Situated at Vauxhall Street, Colombo 2 the restaurant launched on Valentine’s Day; a…