Goodbye Plastic Hello Green

Sri Lanka’s war on single-use plastics has gained a powerful new ally. Sinhalite, a homegrown brand, has just launched compostable lunch sheets, offering a sustainable alternative to the ubiquitous plastic ones that choke waterways, pollute beaches, and threaten wildlife. We sat down with a Sinhalite Founder Ishan Karunaratne to learn more about this eco-friendly innovation and its potential to change everyday habits.

Elephant Free Elephant Walk

Today on Buzz, I’m trading glitz for grit — and trust me, it’s a vibe!

Sun Siyam Passikudah Leading the East Coast’s boutique renaissance

Once seen as the island’s quiet and largely undiscovered frontier, Sri Lanka’s East Coast is now steadily re-emerging as a key player in the country’s tourism landscape. Known for its wide, golden beaches, calm shallow

Chef Florian Gerber Swiss Culinary Elegance The London Grill

In celebration of Swiss National Day and five decades of fine dining heritage, The London Grill of Cinnamon Grand Colombo presented ‘Swiss Culinary Elegance’. The evening featured a specially curated à la carte menu by Chef

The Algorithm of Apathy Gaza Is Starving. And We’re Scrolling

About a week or so ago, I saw an Instagram post that hasn’t left me since. The last baby who died in Gaza at the point when I came across the post weighed less than she did when she was born.

12 Affordable Ways to Romanticise Your Life

Let’s face it, life can feel like a never-ending to-do list. But what if I told you that you don’t need a fancy vacation or expensive hobbies to make your days feel dreamy like in the movies? Romanticising life is all about savouring little

DevOps Isn’t Just for the IT Crowd Here’s Who Can Actually Make It!

You’re sitting at a tea shop scrolling through job sites, and suddenly every other posting mentions “DevOps Engineer - High Salary!” Your cousin who studied IT is now working remotely for a Singapore company and

A Day in Dublin Exploring Ireland’s capital city

Ridden with wanderlust I had itchy feet after returning from Sri Lanka so off I went to explore the famed city of Dublin. It’s often said that one day isn’t enough to see Dublin, but I made the most of the day i had in Ireland’s vibrant capital. The city, brimming with stories, charm, and cobblestones, welcomed me with bright skies and the promise of a glorious day.

Swiss Flavours Take Centre Stage at London Grill’s 50th Anniversary Preview

Cinnamon Grand Colombo’s iconic London Grill kicked off its 50th anniversary celebrations with an exclusive preview dinner, offering a first taste of its upcoming Swiss Culinary Promotion. Taking place from 1st to 9th August, the

Soloist Dhiren Fernando Romantic Masterworks SOSL

Romantic Masterworks presented and performed by the Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka recently took place at the Lionel Wendt Theatre. The programme featured young soloist, Dhiren Fernando performing Tchaikovsky’s Piano

Bridgetine High Tea Party

The Bridgetine family held a heartfelt reunion that brought together past and present members in a joyous celebration of shared history and lasting bonds. Reverend Sister Principals, Community Sisters, former

Godzilla fans fete the monster...

Godzilla has morphed over the years, but one constant is the devotion of its fans, who celebrated the Japanese monster’s 70th anniversary at the pop culture convention Comic-Con. The Japanese studio

Adhitya ayurveda turns 2

Adhitya Ayurveda Colombo proudly celebrates its second anniversary, cementing its position as one of Sri Lanka’s leading authentic Ayurvedic wellness destinations. Since opening its doors, the luxury wellness center has served over 1,000 plus clients this year alone, establishing itself as a pioneer in bridging ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern luxury wellness experiences. Speaking of the anniversary, Mr. Yasas Gunawardhana, Director, Adhitya

Dhiren Fernando

Today on Buzz with Danu, I think I’m hitting all the right notes—literally. He’s just 18, but already making waves on the grandest stages with fingers that dance across the piano and a mind sharp enough to take on medicine, rugby, and

Hotel Suisse, Kandy Keeping its traditions alive

While attractions and places of interest in the travel industry may change with time, the essence of tradition and heritage remains constant, and nowhere is this more evident than in Sri Lanka’s hill capital, Kandy. Steeped in

NÜWA Hotel Unveiled at City of Dreams Sri Lanka

NÜWA, the flagship luxury hotel brand of Melco Resorts and Entertainment, has officially opened at City of Dreams Sri Lanka. Located at 01 Justice Akbar Mawatha in Colombo 2, the hotel introduces a refined and contemporary

Book Launch Brief Garden by Juliet Coombe

‘Brief Garden and Landscape Designs of Sri Lanka’ by Juliet Coombe was recently launched at Bevis Bawa’s Brief Garden, which has been under the care of Dooland de Silva for the last 60 years. Juliet collaborated with Shalini

Cinnamon Life Bistro des Marees isn’t just a restaurant - it’s a feeling

From the boldness of fire-grilled perfection to the finesse of coastal charm, The Guest List returned for its fifth edition - this time set against the elegant backdrop of Bistro des Marées at Cinnamon Life.

Brown Boy Big Dreams

How a Grammy-winning artist, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur, and a Sri Lankan tech genius are betting big on Colombo’s global entertainment moment.

The Art of Paying Attention And Why It’s More Fun Than You Think

Have you ever had one of those moments where your friend is halfway through telling you a story and you realise you have absolutely no idea what they just said? Or you sit through an entire movie, and when the credits roll, you’re left

Annabelle The Doll That Won’t Go Away

Nothing causes collective panic (or pleasure) quite like haunted dolls. The movies know it, the memes know it, and let’s be real, we love it. The Annabelle doll, thanks to The Conjuring franchise, has gone from forgotten

Animal activists ask govt. to Adopt scientific methods

A landmark gathering took place in Colombo last week which brought together members of the Buddhist clergy, animal welfare organizations, corporate representatives, and citizens. “Adopt proven scientific methods rather than ad hoc, knee-jerk reactions that are short-lived and often do more harm than good”, was their message.

Sanjeev Jayaratnam on “Encore – The 80s, 90s and More”

Get ready for a musical experience like no other as Encore – The 80s, 90s and More takes center stage at the Lionel Wendt Theatre on August 9th and 10th.

Boules and the Naked Lady Claviers, Provence

On the road from Bargème to Grasse in Provence, France, we climb the hill to the town of Claviers. A small town with a lovely row of large trees all the way up to the village.

Arab Republic of Egypt 73 rd National Day

The Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt recently celebrated their 73rd National Day at Cinnamon Grand. Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development, Wasantha Samarasinghe attended the event as Chief Guest, along with other diplomats and dignitaries.

A “Mess” not to be missed!

Colombo is filled with eateries, cafes, street food and star-class restaurants of mouth-watering cuisine. One among the latest entry of South Indian franchises of repute is the – Erode Amman Mess (EAM), situated at Galle Road,

The Swiss Embassy E-Tuk Launch Unveiling the Winning Design @ AOD

The Swiss Embassy recently hosted the launch of the E-Tuk, unveiling the winning design from the E-Tuk Design Contest organised with the Academy of Design (AOD). The winning concept, created by AOD student Joaquim

The Netherlands Embassy There was Something Here Before Zahira Asmal

‘There Was Something Here Before’ was an exhibition on slavery and urban heritage of Cape Town by renowned urbanist and researcher from South Africa, Zahira Asmal, which was supported by the Netherlands Embassy and held

From Then to Now 123 Years of Delicious Memories created by P&S

P&S (Perera & Sons) one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic homegrown brands, celebrated its remarkable 123-year journey on 17 th July 2025, marking generations of trust, taste and shared memories. Founded in 1902, P&S

Global R&B Icon Ne-Yo Partners with Sri Lankan Visionaries to Launch Brown Boy Pvt Ltd

Sri Lanka will host a landmark concert in December, with Ne-Yo headlining the company’s first event in Colombo.