Featuring the scenic landscapes of Hatton in Sri Lanka’s hill country and the luxury Colonial Bungalows of Ceylon Tea Trails for UK based travel magazine, Suitcase. Photos by Alice Luker, words by Emma Boyle.
Where to Eat & Drink in Galle Fort
I’ve always loved the laid back foodie scene in Galle Fort which has been ever growing over the past couple of years. New restaurants have been popping up here and there, with a real variety in cuisine. From local residents serving authentic rice and curry in their houses to Middle Eastern, Chinese, Italian etc, the…
Thai Cuisine Boulevard in Colombo
In the ever growing international foodie scene of Colombo, Thai food is certainly having a moment. Especially popular with local residents with a penchant for spice, the ginger & lemongrass infused fragrances of Thai dishes can make a nice change in the City from the finest village style Sri Lankan rice and curries beyond.
10 Ayurvedic Sri Lankan Supermarket Hacks
Ayurveda, translating in Sanskrit as ‘life-knowledge’ travelled across the ocean from India to Sri Lanka thousands of years ago.
Kalkudah Crab Curry Recipe by Sun Aqua Pasikudah
As a keen crab curry foodie, I was looking forward to trying the ‘Kalkudah style crab curry’ at Sun Aqua in a province abundent with some the freshest, tastiest seafood on the island. The succulent crab in a perfectly balanced creamy/spicy coconut sauce tasted incredible and after trying it myself, couldn’t help but request the recipe to share…
5 Reasons to Travel by Train in Sri Lanka
Spectacular sunsets, golden sand powder, delectable sea-food platter and a crystal blue Indian Ocean are some of the words that come to mind, when you think of Sri Lanka. However, once you have scratched the surface of this island country, take a train ride from Colombo, the state capital to the lesser known regions of Sri Lanka and…
Beetroot Curry Recipe by Casa Heliconia
I’ve always loved the taste of a sweet and spicy beetroot curry. Complimenting almost any combination of dishes; from meat and fish to dhal or other vegetables, it adds dynamic flavour and texture unique to Sri Lankan cuisine.
Interview with Reita Gadkari, the Designer of the Owl & Pussycat Hotel in Thalpe
A relatively new hotel in Sri Lanka, the Owl & Pussycat Hotel & Restaurant not only grasps a sense of idiosyncratic international appeal but has fast become the place to stay for comfort, vibrancy and luxury. With owls & pussycats around every corner from perky cuddly toy mascots welcoming you on the bed to silken pussycat dressing gowns, this coastal hotel in Thalpe near Galle is ideal for…
10 Photos to Fall in Love with Sri Lanka
I recently embarked on a trip with the Sri Lankan Tourist Board and 4 other travel & lifestyle bloggers from the UK. From the capital of Colombo to the ancient cultural triangle, hill country ‘Little Britain’Nuwara Eliya, Uda Walawe National Park and beach town Mirissa, this route is perfect for travellers wishing to experience and explore local culture (and soak up some rays if so inclined!) for a couple of weeks. I present to you, my top 10 photos from the trip that make me fall in love with Sri Lanka all over again.
Villa Saffron in Hikkaduwa
Nestled along the coast of Hikkaduwa lies Villa Saffron, an architecturally striking building designed by one of Sri Lanka’s most renowned architects, C.Anjalendran.
