Following a week’s expedition around the island, dynamic TV Chef and MasterChef Australia finalist Simon Toohey presented a rare culinary experience to a select crowd before he returned to his homeland.

Uga Ulagalla, the pristine 58-acre property nestled in Thirappane, Anuradhapura, renowned for its unspoiled cultural allure, has partnered with the Centre for Conservation and Research (CCR) to launch its first-ever community-based village fencing pr

Interbrand in association with the Daily FT will celebrate International Women’s Day [IWD ] 2023, focusing on the themes DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality and #EmbraceEquity, at a gala forum on 7th April at the Oak Room of Cin

CFW’s 20th anniversary show Summer 23 which provided four days of back to back fashion drew to a close on Saturday night at the Shangri-La Colombo. Dimuthu Sahabandu is a diminutive designer who is just packed with talent. From the way he re-engi

It is a trend these days where everyone yearns to be a star. On social media the number of people who are desperate to become somebody is obvious. With the great influence of Master Chef and like programmes airing on TV a cooking trend began, for ins

Today on the Buzz we are speaking to another young future leader, who is well on his way in making changes that this country deserves to see. Sameera Emal Wickramasinghe Gunasekera is the eldest of a family of 03 children. Emal was born to Earl Gunas

The newest restaurant entering the culinary scene in Colombo is ElPodio, a family-friendly restaurant that aims to offer unique culinary experiences to their guests. Located in the heart of Rajagiriya, casually tucked away at the busy but serene Roya

Everything in the Universe is energy. All life forms, including humans, are comprised of subtle electrical fields that affect vital functions such as growth, metabolism, health, thought, emotions and movement. At the quantum level, the human body com

Sri Lankan born Himaya Wijayaweera recently won one of the 5 national titles in the Miss Earth Australia National competition - Miss Earth Australia - Charity. Her love for modelling and pageantry began as a way to express herself and work in collabo

‘Be Yourself’ campaign of Raja Jewellers, the undisputed monarch of the gold world, offers many discounts in celebration of International Women’s Day 2023. The campaign focuses on celebrating the multi-talented women who do what they love and s

The conversation at a casual Sunday lunch at Trixie’s segued to an article in the past week’s Daily Mirror where it stated that 59% of the Sri Lankan population either do not have access to or have a wholesome single meal for the day. Trixie’s

Home-based food business, Mad Curry Skills by Chari, run by home cook Charindi Meegasthanna together with her husband Chinthaka Dharmakeerthi is a known household name among the foodie community. Chari’s mad curry skills have made her famous for he

Once again Interbrand in association with the Daily FT will celebrate International Women’s Day [ IWD ] 2023, the themes being – “DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality, and #EmbraceEquity, recognizing the contribution of wome

Raigam Group Industries which founded the Raigam Tele’es festival boasts of 18 years of successfully conducting this festival maintaining its quality. All creative productions that are submitted for the festival are judged by a group of profess

A deeply spiritual being, Ajai Vir Singh is one who does not embark on a venture lightly. His vision to elevate Sri Lanka’s standing in the global fashion arena is driven by his relentless passion not only for fashion but also as a payback to the c

From “Star Wars” to “Jaws” to “Schindler’s List,” John Williams has written many of the most instantly recognisable scores in cinema history. The 91-year-old is already the oldest person to receive an Oscar nomination for a competitive

People go through phases in life, where some are fortunate to find a partner for life. Then there are some who look for a lifetime partner for all the wrong reasons, such as not having to be alone in the evening of their lives, financial stability a

Food Studio at Colombo City Centre has firmly cemented itself as a food court to be reckoned with - from constantly aiming to maintain high standards to evaluating the outlets under its belt, ensuring that diners enjoy good food when they dine there.

Saskia Fernando Gallery is pleased to present an upcoming group exhibition ‘With My Back to the World’ in celebration of International Women’s Day 2023, curated by Mariyam Begum and Ashini Nanayakkara. The exhibition features work by Fabienne F

Today on the Buzz, I speak to Sandani Peiris, 2nd runner-up at Top Model of the World 2023 about her experience and what’s next in life.

For many years now, Dr Sumith Pilapitiya has publicly proclaimed the fact that Sri Lanka has the potential to be the 2nd most desirable World destination for wildlife enthusiasts, outside of Africa. “Where else could you see the world’s largest m

Celebrating over ten years of un-broken collaboration and music making at the Goethe-Institut, Colombo, the Chamber Music Society of Colombo (CMSC) is proud to continue the series of cham

Stepping out of our usual holiday pattern, Ranil and I decided to holiday in Weligama. The main attraction being the restaurants with rave reviews situated in Ahangama and Weligama. We spent five nights at W15 Weligama. W15, situated in the heart of

We love a good Sunday Brunch and Colombo’s newest city hotel; Courtyard by Marriott is promising a Sunday Brunch you simply can’t say ‘No’ to. Beira Kitchen is Courtyard by Marriott Colombo’s signature all-day dining restaurant that serve

“The Disruptor Series” profiles businesspeople and entrepreneurs making waves in their industries; redefining their businesses, spearheading innovation, tackling unprecedented change and disrupting the status quo. Durga Kenny’s professional lif

International Women’s Day,March 08, is a global day, celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also calls a mark to action for accelerating women’s equ

Having a great passion is of no point unless you decide to act on it, which is exactly what Kamil Hewavitharana did when he switched to fashion. Fashion had always been his passion though he did not pursue it until recently. He had been happy in hi

Today I was tagged on Stripes & Checks, a brand that has become a part of every gentleman’s closet. It’s hard for everyone to find a shirt off the rack as we all have the tummy rice - Bath Bada. Well these guys have given the confidence and also

‘Art with a Heart’ is an exhibition at the Lionel Wendt in aid of the Sri Lanka Cancer Society by contemporary artists Suganya Johnpillai and Teruni Wikramanayake. The exhibition is being held on 11th -12th March and all proceeds will be donated

We usually believe that lions are the only members of the cat family where males play a part in raising their cubs. However, a recent observation in India by Colombo native, Rajiv Welikala Professional Wildlife Safari Guide showed a male tiger with