Marie Alles Fernando recently held an exhibition, ‘Ridmarata’, as a tribute to her mentor and the founder of Sapumal Foundation, late Harry Pieris. Held at the Lionel Wendt Gallery, she showcased a vibrant collection of paintings that

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams has been officially awarded the esteemed Five-Star Certification by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), underscoring its status as a landmark in Sri Lanka’s hospitality landscape and a benchmark for

There are too many differences between a husband and wife regarding the education of their children. All sorts of opinions surface that were not discussed before marriage and until children started appearing. Here are a few of them…

Air travel was once a privilege—an event people dressed up for, prepared for, and approached with courtesy. Today, as flying becomes as commonplace as hopping on a bus, many seem to have forgotten that the skies demand a special kind of respect: re

At Blooming Breakfast Resto Bar & Café, we believe every great café should have a signature dessert. The one dish guests return for, recommend to friends, and remember long after the last bite. For us, that honour goes to our Matilda Cake.

I have had the opportunity of visiting amazing Lyon in central France twice. I believe true friendship is when you do not see people for years; you reconnect and pick up where you left off. I recently experienced this when Jezzebel and I

Creating the right harmony and happiness in a home is not an easy task unless the immediate environment and surroundings are harmonious and vibrant.

Sri Lankan author Ashok Ferrey, winner of the 2021 Gratiaen Prize, was recently held at Westminster House of the British High Commission. Organised by the University of Oxford Alumni Network, the evening highlighted Ferrey’s

Cyclone Ditwah which struck Sri Lanka, bringing torrential rains and strong winds that triggered widespread flooding and deadly landslides across the island has wreaked havoc. Rainfall in some regions exceeded 300 mm in a very

Sri Lanka has long been celebrated as an island of warmth, hospitality and natural beauty, but its tourism sector has endured a turbulent journey in the past few years. Following the Easter Sunday tragedy, the

Shangri-La recently hosted its Christmas tree lighting ceremony, ‘Enchanted Wonders’, marking the start of the festive season. Residents, guests, and staff gathered amidst twinkling lights and a warm, joyful

The French Embassy recently hosted an exclusive VIP screening of ‘The Wolf’s Call’ at the PVR cinemas, bringing together distinguished guests for an engaging cinematic evening.

The past week in Sri Lanka unfolded in a way that left many people feeling slightly off-centre, even if they weren’t directly affected. The floods came quickly in some places, the landslides even faster in others, and everything in

Christmas shopping for tech gadgets should be exciting, not overwhelming. Walk into any electronics store, and you’re bombarded with thousands of options, each promising to be the perfect gift. But what nobody tells you is that most

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 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

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

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,

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

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.

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

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

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 (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

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

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.

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

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,

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

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