RTC Governor’s Cup

The prestigious and traditional Governor’s Cup was held on 15th April, 2025 at the Nuwara Eliya race track and the major sponsor was M/s. Edwards Collections. The first race was run in the year 1892 at the Nuwara Eliya race track.

G’Day Australia! Ministry of Crab opens in Melbourne

Sri Lanka’s award-winning crab restaurant, Ministry of Crab founded by chef-restaurateur Dharshan Munidasa together with Mahela Jayawardene and Kumar Sangakkara opened its first outpost in Australia on the 10th of April,

Fairytales Suck!

A Hilarious, Eye-Opening Take on the Stories We Grew Up With An Interview with Angelo Pereira, Writer & Director

Ruwini Jayarathne Jewellery New Store Opening

Ruwini Jayarathne Jewellery unveiled their new space in Colombo 04 recently with pride and gratitude. Surrounded by their loyal clients, it was a magical evening filled with celebration, elegance and heartfelt moments.

41st Annual Congress and Dinner College of Anesthesiologists and Intensivists of Sri lanka

Hunting for Colombo’s Best Easter Treats? We Found the Sweetest Spots!

The secret to being the most popular person at any Easter gathering is to show up with chocolate eggs, yummy cookies, or any type of Easter goodies. This Easter, we’re not counting calories, we’re counting compliments. And

An Ambassador of Humanity and Medicine

Dr. Varagunan Mahadevan, a man of many feathers in his hat – family physician by profession, broadcaster by passion, Carnatic musician, teacher, charity worker and YouTube educator combining common sense

Traditional Avurudu Sajjaya

Cinnamon Grand Colombo welcomed Sinhala and Tamil New Year in true traditional style at Nugagama recently.The invitees, all dressed in the Sri Lankan attire, enjoyed an evening with traditional sweetmeats, rhythmic beats of rabana

‘Sanjeev in Concert with Tharuka and Cheran’

On April 25th, the Lionel Wendt Theatre will host ‘Sanjeev in Concert with Tharuka & Cheran’—an evening of music, memories, and family. Joined by Manique Abeyratne and the Revelations Mixed Voice Choir, the show blends

Sanjiv Hulugalle

day on Buzz with Danu, I roll out the red carpet for a man who’s swapped the glitz of global skylines for the magic of Colombo’s horizon. He’s shaken hands with luxury, dined with vision, and built dreams in 12

Traditional Avurudu at Amaya Resorts

As the sun transitions from the Meena Rashiya to the Mesha Rashiya, heralding the dawn of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, it brings with it a time of joy, reflection, and renewal. This cherished cultural celebration, rooted in centuries

Caring for elderly parents...

Sri Lanka is said to have the fastest ageing population in South Asia. Caring for one’s parents in old age has been part of tradition but as life gets busier for a generation that has to balance looking after their kids and older parents while

Happy Birthday Dhiraj Surprise Party

Dhiraj’s mother Minoli, together with his family and friends threw him a surprise birthday party at Cheers, Cinnamon Grand. His bestfriend, Niranjan, proposed the toast.

Clicks, Cash, and Culture Sri Lanka’s OnlyFans Wave

There was a time when “content creator” meant vlogging, cooking videos, or maybe even makeup tutorials. But the digital world has evolved - and in Sri Lanka, a new kind of creator is quietly emerging: the OnlyFans creator.

Another Girl Harmed What Are We Really Doing to Prevent Sexual Assault?

The news out of Homagama has shaken the country - not because it’s new, but because it’s heartbreakingly familiar. A 15-year-old girl, gang sexually assaulted over six hours, shuttled between houses by boys barely older than herself.

Avurudu Maha Gedara At Mount Lavinia Hotel

The iconic Mount Lavinia Hotel launched its “Avurudu Maha Gedara 2025” celebration in spectacular fashion on 6th April with the opening of a traditional Kavili Kadé (sweetmeat shop) that will welcome visitors until April 13th. The

Click, Cart, Celebrate The Digital Makeover of Avurudu Shopping

The vibrant streets of Colombo buzz with anticipation as Avurudu approaches. Families prepare for celebrations, markets overflow with festive goods, and a digital revolution transforms how Sri Lankans shop. In the palm of your

Wardrobe Warrior Sarita Rajendran’s mission to empower Sri Lankan Women on personal style and fashion

A lifelong devotee of fashion, Sarita Rajendran used the quiet of the pandemic as a chance to turn passion into purpose, qualifying as a certified stylist and deepening her understanding of the art and science behind style. The experience was eye-opening—it revealed just how much more there is to styling beyond surface-level aesthetics. This journey sparked the idea for Wardrobe Warrior, a book that had been long in the making, designed to empowe

Mumbai Something around every corner

Mumbai is a fascination of colour, culture, amazing locations, landscapes and colonial properties. It attracts 6 million tourists a year , another two million are foreign. Sri Lanka has less than two million foreign tourists. I think however

Protecting undersea cultural heritage In the spotlight at mining code talks

The world’s oceans harbor a cultural heritage of sunken ships, remains of those lost in the transatlantic slave trade and Indigenous islanders’ spiritual ties to the sea that must be protected, NGOs and native peoples say. They are

Accelerate with HER in Mind WISTA drives for a worthy cause

The Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) Sri Lanka celebrated International Women’s Day 2025 with an exhilarating car rally, bringing together drivers, navigators, and passengers for an unforgettable

Conflicts at rest

The science of Feng Shui is based on the premise that nature’s energies should be in balance in a place of dwelling or work. Any energy imbalance could cause disturbances and could lead to discomfort and illness too. The human body

The Voice of a Generation Saraid de Silva

Saraid de Silva is a brilliant storyteller who utilises her ’Sinhalese-Pakeha’ roots in her latest novel, Amma. Longlisted for the prestigious Women’s Prize for Fiction, Amma resonates with the entire diaspora community,

Tea Tang The Wellness Range Green Tea Inspired Bubble Tea Drinks

Tea Tang, famed for its premium single estate Ceylon teas, introduces the Wellness Range—an innovative, health-focused spin on Bubble Tea rooted in Sri Lankan tradition. Showcasing locally sourced green tea and authentic

Blossoms of Hope Beauty of Ikebana

‘Blossoms of Hope’ was held by the members of Ikebana International Sri Lanka Chapter at Cinnamon Grand Hotel, recently. This exhibition featured many stunning flower arrangements, created by members of the Chapter. The

Colombo’s First Luxury Poshtel Se Saya Poshtel and Bistro Future of Hospitality

Se Saya officially opened its doors recently in a grand ceremony becoming Colombo’s first luxury poshtel, a hybrid between a posh hotel and a hostel, where guests can live, work and unwind all under one roof. Positioned

THE WORLD OF THE BLACK LEOPARD

From the misty tea plantations of Sri Lanka’s highlands to the rugged Laikipia plateau in Kenya, Senaka Kotagama’s extraordinary journey—spanning over five decades and every continent—culminates in his debut book,

what are the Challenges of being Single?

Being single irrespective of whether you are a female or male may come with challenges.

New Chapter in Fragrance Unanduwa Prestige Oud Eau de Parfum

Pintanna Holdings Ltd. has introduced Unanduwa Prestige Oud Eau de Parfum, a groundbreaking achievement in Sri Lanka’s luxury fragrance industry. This remarkable fragrance is the first luxury oud fragrance in Sri Lanka, created by

CINNAMON BENTOTA BEACH – SIGNATURE SELECTION INTRODUCES SIGNATURE WEEKENDS with Filmmaker Deepa Mehta

Cinnamon Bentota Beach - Signature Selection is set to launch the Signature Weekends, a series of curated events and immersive experiences designed to celebrate art, culture, and heritage. Powered by HSBC Sri Lanka and