• Latest
Relax and Unwind at Heladiv Tea Club

Relax and Unwind at Heladiv Tea Club

January 24, 2023
Investec Cape Town Art Fair

Investec Cape Town Art Fair

March 3, 2023
Discipline and Precepts are Favorable for Self-Development

Discipline and Precepts are Favorable for Self-Development

March 3, 2023
DY Patil University Centre of Excellence Opens in Navi Mumbai

DY Patil University Centre of Excellence Opens in Navi Mumbai

March 3, 2023
A Walk Down Cobblers’ Street

A Walk Down Cobblers’ Street

March 3, 2023
The Colombo Cultural Show: A Soiree into Sri Lanka’s Heart

The Colombo Cultural Show: A Soiree into Sri Lanka’s Heart

February 7, 2023
Kandy Central Market: The epitome of local ambiance

Kandy Central Market: The epitome of local ambiance

February 7, 2023
The Art of Local Writing

The Art of Local Writing

February 7, 2023
Carnival Magic

Carnival Magic

February 7, 2023
Ponniyin Selvan 1: Leveraging the Lure of History and the Power of Storytelling

Ponniyin Selvan 1: Leveraging the Lure of History and the Power of Storytelling

January 11, 2023
Rumination and Emotional Process

Rumination and Emotional Process

January 13, 2023
Segar Represents Sri Lanka in Asia Art Bienniale in Dhaka

Segar Represents Sri Lanka in Asia Art Bienniale in Dhaka

January 11, 2023
Good Conversations Start with Mlesna

Good Conversations Start with Mlesna

January 11, 2023
Retail
Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Subscription
Advertise
  • Home
  • Issues
    • 201_
      • 2010
        • January 2010
        • February 2010
        • March 2010
        • April 2010
        • May 2010
        • June 2010
        • July 2010
        • August 2010
        • September 2010
        • October 2010
        • November 2010
        • December 2010
      • 2011
        • January 2011
        • February 2011
        • March 2011
        • April 2011
        • May 2011
        • June 2011
        • July 2011
        • August 2011
        • September 2011
        • October 2011
        • November 2011
        • December 2011
      • 2012
        • January 2012
        • February 2012
        • March 2012
        • April 2012
        • May 2012
        • June 2012
        • July 2012
        • August 2012
        • September 2012
        • October 2012
        • November 2012
        • December 2012
      • 2013
        • January 2013
        • February 2013
        • March 2013
        • April 2013
        • May 2013
        • June 2013
        • July 2013
        • August 2013
        • September 2013
        • October 2013
        • November 2013
        • December 2013
      • 2014
        • January 2014
        • February 2014
        • March 2014
        • April 2014
        • May 2014
        • June 2014
        • July 2014
        • August 2014
        • September 2014
        • October 2014
        • November 2014
        • December 2014
      • 2015
        • January 2015
        • February 2015
        • March 2015
        • April 2015
        • May 2015
        • June 2015
        • July 2015
        • August 2015
        • September 2015
        • October 2015
        • November 2015
        • December 2015
      • 2016
        • January 2016
        • February 2016
        • March 2016
        • April 2016
        • May 2016
        • June 2016
        • July 2016
        • August 2016
        • September 2016
        • October 2016
        • November 2016
        • December 2016
      • 2017
        • January 2017
        • February 2017
        • March 2017
        • April 2017
        • May 2017
        • June 2017
        • July 2017
        • August 2017
        • September 2017
        • October 2017
        • November 2017
        • December 2017
      • 2018
        • January 2018
        • February 2018
        • March 2018
        • April 2018
        • May 2018
        • June 2018
        • July 2018
        • August 2018
        • November 2018
        • December 2018
      • 2019
        • January 2019
        • February 2019
        • March 2019
        • April 2019
        • May 2019
        • June 2019
        • July 2019
        • August 2019
        • September 2019
        • October 2019
        • November 2019
        • December 2019
    • 202_
      • 2020
        • January 2020
        • February 2020
        • March 2020
        • September 2020
        • October 2020
        • November 2020
        • December 2020
      • 2021
        • January 2021
        • February 2021
        • March 2021
        • April 2021
        • May 2021
        • June 2021
        • July 2021
        • August 2021
        • September 2021
        • October 2021
        • November 2021
        • December 2021
      • 2022
        • January 2022
        • February 2022
        • March 2022
        • April 2022
        • May 2022
        • June 2022
        • July 2022
        • August 2022
        • September 2022
        • October 2022
        • November 2022
        • December 2022
      • 2023
        • January 2023
        • February 2023
        • March 2023
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Archive
  • Find Us on Magzter
No Result
View All Result
No Result
View All Result

Relax and Unwind at Heladiv Tea Club

in April 2013, General
0 0
0
Comfy seating area

The hint of freshly brewed tea and the tantalising aroma of toasted bread lingered in the air… I was at the Heladiv Tea Club at the Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct where young and old alike find delight in the assortment of mouthwatering choices available.

Words Krishani Peiris Photographs Indika De Silva

Situated in a heritage building site, a remnant of the Dutch legacy in Sri Lanka, Heladiv Tea Club (HTC) blends the old with the new to offer a unique space that allow any to enjoy a time of calm and leisure. The name Heladiv is derived from the word Heladiva, a name that was originally used to identify Sri Lanka in the ancient past. Thus, HTC draws inspiration from the native culture in Sri Lanka while moving on with the times to encompass selections from other countries to provide novelty as well as variety to people.

The interior of HTC offers a cozy setting with blue hued cushy sofas to sink into while a gleaming counter top with stools situated in the midst offers more seating space. The tastefully designed work area next to the entrance houses all necessities needed to prepare beverages as well as sandwiches while stylised paintings, mirrors and delicate glass ornaments decorate the premises adding to the charm of HTC.

During day time HTC presents a bright atmosphere with sunlight streaming in from the wooden windows, but as evening approaches lights of varied colours are illuminated softly to create a soothing ambiance ideal for a snug gathering. These lights heightens the dark wooden tones in the ceiling and the floor, which contrasts with the light coloured wall papers, that are adorned with intricate designs portraying a backdrop that is both elegant and modern.

The menu of HTC comprise of a variety of beverages that include an array of teas, coffees, desserts, fresh juices, sandwiches and much more to indulge the cravings of all who walk into the premises. Teas such as Dimbula Delux from the Western High-lands of Sri Lanka, Daarjeeling and Assam from India, Green Tea Sencha and Genmaicha from Japan as well as a mixture of flavoured teas such as Rose, Earl Grey and Peach – to name a few – make up the extensive tea collection available at the Club. A variety of coffee selections such as cappuccino, espresso as well as different types of lattes made from coffee beans and ground coffee imported from Australia are also available allowing guests to enjoy and appreciate a good cup of coffee while immersing in the calming environs of HTC. When it comes to desserts,  Death by Chocolate Cake with three layers of chocolate is a favourite amongst customers while desserts such as chocolate brownies, strawberry meringue cake and much more presents more choices for dessert lovers.

For those who seek to obtain Heladiv teas for gift purposes, there is a sizable corner dedicated towards showcasing the various teas available under the Heladiv brand. These include choices from their high end tea range named Infini-T to Fruit teas to the Paradise range, the most recent creation by HTC, to name a few Highlighted with a white background, the gift area draws the attention of all while teasing tea lovers with the extensive choices at hand.

As the day advanced towards evening, HTC filled up with people and the soothing ambiance of daytime gave way to an exuberant setting filled with laughter and  soft murmurs. As I sat at HTC, I was again tugged into the wonderful aromas encircling the shop making me appreciate and enjoy every minute of this wonderful atmosphere.

Dutch Hospital, Fort, Colombo 1

Tel: (+94 11) 575 3377

E-mail: harsha@heladiv.com

heladiv.com

[nggallery id=537]

TweetShareShare
Please login to join discussion

Search

No Result
View All Result

Recent News

Investec Cape Town Art Fair

Investec Cape Town Art Fair

Discipline and Precepts are Favorable for Self-Development

Discipline and Precepts are Favorable for Self-Development

DY Patil University Centre of Excellence Opens in Navi Mumbai

DY Patil University Centre of Excellence Opens in Navi Mumbai

Explore Sri Lanka

Explore Sri Lanka Online, the web edition of Sri Lanka’s leading monthly corporate publication. Founded in 1996, the magazine currently has a distribution of over 6,000 copies island-wide.

Recent News

  • Investec Cape Town Art Fair
  • Discipline and Precepts are Favorable for Self-Development
  • DY Patil University Centre of Excellence Opens in Navi Mumbai

Find Us

Explore Sri Lanka
20-2/1 Lauries Place Facing
R. A. De Mel Mawatha
Colombo 04
Sri Lanka.
(+94 11) 259 7991
(+94) 715 134 134
info@btoptions.com
btoptions.com

  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy

© 2022 Explore Sri Lanka | Designed by Lithic Labs

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Issues
    • 201_
      • 2010
      • 2011
      • 2012
      • 2013
      • 2014
      • 2015
      • 2016
      • 2017
      • 2018
      • 2019
    • 202_
      • 2020
      • 2021
      • 2022
      • 2023
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Archive
  • Find Us on Magzter

© 2022 Explore Sri Lanka | Designed by Lithic Labs

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In