It’s now week 2 of January, and maybe you’ve already skipped a gym day, succumbed to dessert, or let that goal of reading a book every week slide.

Mangata—an intriguing name, isn’t it? When the name of the newest addition to the Adithya Ayurveda family was announced, my first thought was, “What a beautiful word!” Mangata is a unique word in Swedish referring to the moon’s reflection

Celebrating the dawn of 2025 NYE GALA Cinnamon Grand

“This is an amalgamation of all our efforts,” says Udayshanth Fernando, widely known as Shanth Fernando, reflecting on the opening of the latest Paradise Road outlet on Galle Road, Colombo 3.

CELEBRATING THE DAWN OF 2025 NYE GALA GRAND BALLROOM HILTON

The incumbent government has proposed several moves to mitigate the aggravating human-wildlife conflict, much to the dismay of wildlife conservationists who claim that these moves are both impractical and unscientific.

Christmas Party at the Cinnamon Grand

Colombo Goes Dry in Style: Sober Social Shakes Things Up at Arcade Independence Square This New Year

So, it’s December 31st, and you’ve found yourself in a bit of a predicament: the clock is ticking down, the excitement of the new year is in the air, but you have absolutely zero plans.

On the 6th of December 2024 the UN General Assembly voted to proclaim the 21st of December to be World Meditation Day. The objective of the declaration was to promote meditation as a means to achieve the best level of well-being, and called on nation

Cinnamon Grand’s Cheers Pub has long been a cherished gathering spot, and on December 19, 2024, it proudly unveiled its exciting transformation at a special launch event graced by Mr. Krishan Balendra, Chairperson of John Keells Group.

With the holiday season in full swing, Sri Lankans are redefining how they mark Christmas. Traditionally marked with grandeur and abundance, a quiet revolution is underway as minimalist celebrations take root.

The HSBC Ceylon Literary and Arts Festival is set for January 17-19, 2025, under the curation of Mita Kapur, who has assisted in implementing the vision behind various international literary festivals including Mountain Echoes (now Bhutan Echoes), th

The Tudugala Wijewardene Christmas Fellowship 2024 was held recently.

Madhava Arunashanta is a Sri Lankan designer, educator, and artist whose career spans over 25 years. Known for his simple, art deco-inspired designs, Madhava is a passionate advocate for creativity as a means of communication and healing.

A truly memorable carol service by St Mary’s Church Colombo 4, will be held on 21 December at the church premises. We spoke to Director/ Organist, Naomal de Alwis.

The Symphony Orchestra of Sri Lanka (SOSL) brought festive cheer to audiences with its much-anticipated Christmas concert, a highlight of the holiday season.

When it comes to authentic Jaffna cuisine, My Sister’s Kitchen (MSK) has made its mark as a trusted name for over a decade.

Sapumal Foundation celebrated its 50th year on the 15th of December, and held an event in the style of Founder Harry Pieris’ Sunday Open House talks - where Rohan de Soysa,

Today on the Buzz, I have Nishan Silva: The Game-Changer in Hospitality. Nishan Silva is a name synonymous with innovation, passion, and exceptional leadership in the world of hospitality.

Redefining the concept of nightlife, Sober Social Colombo – the city’s first dry bar opened its doors to the public last week. Located at the first floor of Arcade, Independence Square, this cozy hangout spot guarantees a one-of-a-kind experience

The Sri Lanka UK Society had their Annual Christmas Party at the Colombo Rowing Club. It was a fun filled evening with Carol singing dancing games and Christmas quizzes.

St. Bridget’s Convent Christmas Carol Service

Whether it’s the final page of a book, the last day of the year, or the end of a relationship, endings are a part of life that we all encounter, and it’s often challenging.

At just 31, Rosaria Liyanage has carved a niche as a leather artisan, seamlessly blending traditional Italian craftsmanship with a global perspective.

My paintings are made of different fragments, different colours and brought together into something beautiful and meaningful, specially when light strikes them.

There are said to be over four hundred waterfalls in Sri Lanka. Lanka Council of Waterfalls says there could be more, some known to locals but not logged formally.

Ramada hosted its much-awaited ‘Yaal Viridnu – Jaffna Food Festival’ for the fourth consecutive year from 28th -30th November and 1st December 2024 in collaboration with My Sister’s Kitchen.

Internationals Bazaar & Cultural Extravaganza 2024, organised by Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism together with the Foreign Service Association and the Good Market was held recently at the Good Market premises, Colombo.

Tiesh relaunched its iconic ’For Him’ men’s jewellery collection, originally introduced in 2016, reimagining it to cater to modern tastes.