Cinnamon Red Colombo celebrates 10 years

27 Aug, 2024

Much like the tango, a dance that thrives on coordination, connection, and shared rhythm, Cinnamon Red?s success has been the result of a collective effort. Every milestone we?ve reached stands as a testament to the collaboration between our esteemed guests, trusted partners, and dedicated team. Since our inception, we have had the privilege of welcoming over 800,000 guests, with regulars returning for repeat stays?an affirmation of the lasting relationships we have cultivated. Over the past fi

King + Lois and Ropewalk unite for a memorable event at Galle Fort

04 Aug, 2024

Marking a dual milestone of creativity and culinary innovation, King + Lois and Ropewalk came together for a vibrant celebration of fashion and friends at the historic Galle Fort. The event honoured the creative force behind the Lois London and King + Lois fashion brands, Radhika Perera Hernandez on her birthday and showcased new creations from both entities. Ropewalk, Sri Lanka?s first arrack-speciality bar, introduced their ?Arrack Sour?, demonstrating their expertise in mixology. Simultaneou

Thriving on TikTok: A soul laced with dance

05 Sep, 2023

In a digital age where everyone is showcasing their unique personalities, there are a few who stand out with exceptional talent. TikTok’s dance community is a diverse melting pot of talent, bringing together individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and skill levels. From professional dancers to enthusiastic beginners, everyone has the opportunity to showcase their creativity and passion on this dynamic platform. One star that shines through is Denathi Pussegoda, a dancer, choreographer,

Sri Lankan star Yohani featured at Times Square in New York

10 Aug, 2023

Sri Lankan singing sensation Yohani has been featured at Times Square in New York. Her image was displayed at Times Square as part of the South Asian Heritage Month. “So proud to represent my Sri Lankan heritage and culture around the world! Thank you to @spotifylk for this amazing opportunity to share my music with USA. I’m so excited to see our culture and music being celebrated here,” Yohani said in a social media post. Yohani recently announced that her debut album ?Kella? is due to be la

Giving Sri Lanka the best beauty products

16 Jun, 2023

By Menaka Indrakumar With over 25 years of experience in the hair and skin care industry joint founders of British Cosmetics, Nirosha Jagodaarachchi and her husband Dimuth Jagodaarachchi, envisioned giving Sri Lanka the best beauty products and treatment that meet international standards. While establishing the business, Nirosha decided to venture into beauty treatment together with hair and makeup and opened the BC Lifestyle Studio and Nail Studio. ?I have been working in the hair and beauty

Anu Madhubhashinie: Following her childhood dream

30 Apr, 2023

Every child has a dream. But not every child is able to convert that dream into reality. But Anu Madhubhashinie has been able to do just that. Today Madhubhashinie is following her childhood dream of becoming a global performing artist. She is slowly but surely breaking into the local entertainment industry and is also gradually progressing into the Indian entertainment industry. Her dance videos have attracted a number of viewers and it won?t be too long before it makes it to the global arena.

Rage/Love: A collection of microtales by Rohitha Perera in print

15 Apr, 2023

Rage/Love: A Collection of Microtales by Rohitha Perera consists of 112 tales that touch on themes that are inspired by horror, mystery, rage, love, hate, bullying, infidelity and magic has been published in print. Partly written during the Covid-19 pandemic, the collection caters to the idea of escapism. The collection falls under a mixed genre that blends Romance and Horror.? Rage/Love: A Collection of Microtales deals with two central emotions that occupy the human psyche -? rage and love.

Putting Sri Lanka on the global map of cocktail culture

09 Feb, 2023

Rockland Distilleries is a fourth-generation family-owned distillery and continues to serve as a pioneer, spearheading excellence in the beverage sector. They will soon host internationally acclaimed mixologist and Netflix Drink Masters finalist Tao Zrafi in Sri Lanka to conduct a mixology masterclass workshop titled ?Art of Deception?. The masterclass will train aspiring local mixologists to develop their drink-building skills from ordinary to extraordinary. As the official hospitality partner

Sri Lanka among friendliest countries in the world

07 Oct, 2022

Sri Lanka has been listed among the friendliest countries in the world, based on the outcome of the 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards. French Polynesia has been listed as the friendliest country in the world. Sri Lanka has been placed 9th among 10 countries. The Friendliest Countries in the World: 1.?? French Polynesia 2.?? Colombia 3.?? New Zealand 4.?? Thailand 5.?? Costa Rica 6.?? Botswana 7.?? Peru 8.?? Belize 9.?? Sri Lanka 10.?? Philippines (CN Traveller, 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards) CN Tr