Cinnamon Grand Colombo Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Cinnamon Grand Colombo ushered in the spirit of the festive season with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event brought together guests, partners, and residents to celebrate the joyous occasion as the hotel

SHEYDI Entertainment Step to the Rhythm Dance Night 2025

SHEYDI Entertainment proudly presented ‘Step to the Rhythm Dance Night 2025’ recently at the Ramada Hotel, uniting over 400 guests for an evening of rhythm, compassion, and purpose. Founded by Dinesh Angammana and

Unveiled Navratna @ Taj Samudra

Taj Samudra proudly unveiled Navratna in its new avatar last week, following a comprehensive and elegant renovation. The refreshed design blends contemporary sophistication with timeless artistic elements, creating a warm

A Life in Rugby The Full Circle of Brig. J.P.A. ‘Japana’ Jayawardena

Brigadier J.P.A. ‘Japana’ Jayawardena (Rtd) leans back and smiles as he reflects on a lifetime immersed in the sport he loves. “I have lived rugby in every sense,” he says. “Player, coach, selector, referee, administrator,

Koggala Revisited

We have had over thirty nights’ stay at this seafront southern town or stretch of Koggala, both before and after the 2004 tsunami. It is thirty minutes from the south of Galle, in the heart of tourist routes further down the coast. Perhaps

Art of Mirroring

Feng Shui is the art of creating a harmonious living environment within the home, one that invites positive energy and a sense of well-being, which is both beneficial and uplifting for the occupants.

Danu Innasithamby Honored with the Platinum Award at the Asian Achievers Awards 2025

Sri Lankan media personality Danu Innasithamby, Head of Channel at Hi TV, author, actor, singer, Edward R. Murrow Fellow, and Goodwill Ambassador for World Vision Sri Lanka (since 2024), has been honoured with the distinguished

IS SPORTS (NATIONAL AND SCHOOL) REALLY “SPORT” ANY MORE?

Watching the Sports News on TV raises my blood pressure a notch or two. The battles (yes battles) on varied courts is enough to give an over keen sports enthusiast a heart attack at the goings on of some athletes and players these

Chef Paolo Collavini Worldwide Week of Italian Cuisine @Villa Roma

Recently, the Italian Embassy in Colombo hosted the launch of the 10th edition of the Worldwide Week of Italian Cuisine at the Ambassador’s Residence. Centred on the theme of Aperitivo and Stuzzichini, the evening celebrated

MeshGround Announces Weathering Grounds A Choreographic Dance and Movement Residency for Climate, Care & Justice

MeshGround (Sri Lanka), is proud to present Weathering Grounds, a hybrid choreographic research residency in collaboration with Alleyne Dance (UK) and ClimArts (UK/India). Since its inception, MeshGround - a leading

Shanelle

What was the idea or inspiration behind the title “If I Can Dream”? In a broader perspective, this title represents a special desire, along with my dream of sharing music that connects deeply with people’s hearts. This concert is the

‘From the Ganges to the Kelani’ Tourism bridge connects India and Sri Lanka

Strengthening one of South Asia’s oldest cultural and travel connections, Sri Lanka and India launched a landmark tourism forum ‘From the Ganges to the Kelani: A Voyage of Friendship & Discovery’, in Colombo last week.

King’s Day The Honorary Consulate of Belgium

The King’s Day celebration held recently at Cinnamon Life - City of Dreams brought together the Belgian community in Sri Lanka, distinguished guests, and well-wishers for an elegant tribute to Belgium’s rich heritage. Organised by the

The Island Market Returns for a Festive Edition Filled With Heart

Colombo’s holiday season is set to feel a little warmer as The Island Market returns with its Festival Edition at Town Hall on November 29. From 11 am to 5 pm, the space will transform into a lively, open-air celebration of creativity,

“Leave No One Behind” Inclusive Employment for Persons With Disabilities

A one-day national symposium held on 21 November 2025 marked one of the country’s most significant cross-sector efforts to advance disability-inclusive employment and promote diversity in skills and work. The event, held at

Why These Tech Founders Succeeded When Most Others Failed

The tech world celebrates its billionaire founders like modern-day heroes. Their faces appear on magazine covers, their quotes trend on social media, and their companies reshape how billions of people live. But behind every

Sri Lankan Humanitarians Honoured Globally for Four Decades of Disability Advocacy

Dr. Christopher M. Stubbs and Mrs. Rajni Stubbs Swaminathan have spent more than four decades working with disabled children and their families in Sri Lanka, building MENCAFEP (Mentally Handicapped Children’s and Families

Unearthing a Legacy Dr. Nirmala M.Pieris on the Abeyesundere Family of Galle

Every family has a story tucked between generations, some stretching so far back that they slip into obscurity, like a pearl beneath the tides, waiting for someone to notice its glow. When Dr Nirmala M. Pieris decided to trace the path of

Compassion at Christmas Cinnamon Grand Hosts SantaPaws Fundraiser

For many, the festive season is a time for celebration, connection, and compassion—and this year, Colombo’s animal lovers have a special reason to gather. On 29th and 30th November, the SantaPaws Christmas Extravaganza, a vibrant two-day charity pop-up sale, will take place at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel. The event, spearheaded by animal welfare champion Anusha David and the dedicated team at Rescue Animals Sri Lanka (RAS), brings together craft ven

International Artists Headline Concert Honoring the Legacy of Rukmini Ramanathan Tissanayagam

The Rukmini Tissanayagam Trust, in collaboration with the Chamber Music Society of Colombo (CMSC), is proud to announce a special invitee concert celebrating the birth anniversary of the late Rukmini Ramanathan Tissanayagam on the 13th of December at the Jubilee Ballroom, Galle Face Hotel. Remembered as the epitome of elegance, Rukmini’s lasting impact was defined by her quiet generosity and the discreet philanthropy that transformed communities.

Sri Lanka Makes a strong Impression World Travel Market London 2025

Sri Lanka delivered a powerful showcase of its tourism potential at the World Travel Market (WTM) 2025, held recently at ExCel London, marking one of its strongest international showings in recent years. In partnership with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), the High Commission of Sri Lanka in London coordinated a delegation of 92 travel and tourism partners, reflecting the industry’s renewed confidence and momentum.

Energy and Art

Feng meaning Wind (pronounced as Fung) and Shui meaning Water (pronounced as Shway) are the two energies, which symbolize all the other energies existing in the universe. Feng Shui is not a religious practice or a belief but in

A Glimpse of Middle England...

In my late teen years, I would spend many weekends in Newark-on-Trent in Middle England. For the one to five months of good weather each year, there is nothing better than being in these middle England towns. Old canals with

@Galle Face Hotel Ceylon Heritage Festival 2025 in collaboration with The National Craft Council

The Ceylon Heritage Festival, founded and organised by Sarita Rajandran, celebrated Sri Lanka’s cultural legacy and was graced by the Mayor of Colombo, Vraie Cally Baalthazaar. This year, the National Craft Council collaborated to

The Village Within the City Nuga Gama Reopens at Cinnamon Grand Colombo

Under the shade of the majestic 200-year-old Banyan tree, Nuga Gama at Cinnamon Grand Colombo was officially relaunched on 12th November 2025, celebrating the spirit of Sri Lanka’s village life and its rich cultural heritage. The

MEMOIRS OF A HEART

Memoirs of a Heart, reflecting on a journey of progressive inner transformation, is the the second solo exhibition by Chandrika Maelge. The exhibition is open free to the public on 28 th and 29 th November , 2025 from 10 AM to 5 PM

GABRIEL’S CHARITY AUCTION & FASHION SHOW

Gabriel’s Charity Auction and Fashion Show in aid of Rescue Animals Sri Lanka [ RAS ] was held on 31 October at the Cinnamon Grand . Presenting Partners, Cinnamon Grand, Aditi [whose founder Ramya Weerakoon is a pillar of

The Catalyst Club of APIIT Sri Lanka unveils ‘Kagura 2026’ inter-university short film festival

The Catalyst Club of the APIIT Sri Lanka officially launched Kagura 2026, the third edition of its inter-university short film festival, at an opening ceremony and press conference held at the APIIT Foundation School, Access Towers II.

A CHILD AND HIS FOOD

The vexatious problem of getting a child to eat what is healthy will always reduce parents to despair. As a school Principal I have all too often had to ask parents what exactly they feed their child for her/him to be so over-active,

Professor Pradeep Ratnayake Pradeepanjalee

Pradeepanjalee, a sitar and fusion music concert featuring the esteemed Professor Pradeep Ratnayake, was recently held at the Bishop’s College Auditorium. Presented by People’s Bank in collaboration with Mastercard, the event