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THE SEAFOOD SPECIALISTS SHARE NEW DETAILS ON THEIR HACKNEY FACILITY The Sea, The Sea’s latest venture set on Acton Mews in Hackney, has released September reservations for its Chef’s Table...

King Coconut or Thambili is one of the tropical isle’s abundant and favorite “thirst quenchers”. This popular Sri Lankan beverage is rich in taste and nutrients and commonly used in...

On one such Binara Poya, the order of Buddhist nuns (Bhikkuni) was established following the request by Mahā Prajāpathi Gōthami and 500 women. It reflects how females achieved their freedom...

A typical Sri Lankan breakfast includes a delicious spread of mouthwatering food from creamy kiribath to crispy hoppers, soft pittu, and pol roti. Each meal is prepared uniquely, fused with...

The Dalada Perahera, as it was originally called, commemorates the time the Buddha’s sacred tooth relic was first brought to Sri Lanka from India. It allows devotees to venerate the...

     Long, tapered manioc tubers are dull brown with a hint of grey and rough on the outside. The white flesh of manioc can be composed of floury, sweet,...

(L–R): Erandika Hennedige, Director – Business Development and Corporate Affairs, Hemas Pharmaceuticals; Jude Fernando, Managing Director, Hemas Pharmaceuticals; Dr Gamini Abeywickrama, Chairman, Basilur Tea Export; and Hemantha Perera, Director Sales...

Puskola poth with intricate wooden covers. Nikini Pōya, according to the calendar, August is also very important for all Buddhists all over the world, as the day of laying the...

The magnificent entrance to the Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil. “Haro Hara”, the unwavering chants of worshippers reverberate through Jaffna in August. The Mahotsavam of the resplendent Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil is a...

The Dalada Perahera, as it was originally called, commemorates the time the Buddha’s sacred tooth relic was first brought to Sri Lanka from India. It allows devotees to venerate the...