Travel & Food Blog by Alice Luker
Since opening just a few months ago, Galle Things Roti (by the Galle Fort Hotel) has already become one of my favourite Lankan foodie spots in the historic Fort. Despite most restaurants reducing the spice levels of local cuisine to become ‘tourist friendly’, this charming little restaurant has found the perfect balance of spice &…
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…
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.
There is some truly mouthwatering cuisine to be enjoyed amidst the ever growing restaurant scene in Colombo; from a diverse fanfare of international favourites to Sri Lanka’s specialty of rice and curry (both traditional and fusion), there’s something to stimulate everyones senses in the big city.
Fresh, local produce is plentiful and widely available in a variety of mouth-watering dishes across Sri Lanka. There are also likely to be many foods you haven’t tried or perhaps even heard of before which alone is one of the many highlights of visiting this beautiful country; making your joyful way through the diversity of indigenous foods & local cuisine.
Next up on my top Sri Lankan recipes is an absolute favourite of mine; Jetwing’s mouth-watering chicken curry. It’s surprisingly straightforward and works alongside any vegetable dishes in addition to a side of Pol Rotti bread- us Brits like something to dip!
