Crispy on the edges, smooth in the center with a variety of lovely (and spicy) fillings to choose from, Hoppers are, hands down, my favourite Sri Lankan dish. These delightful pancake-style dishes are only found in Sri Lanka, and although there are different varieties you can … [Read more...]
Barefoot: Uniquely Handmade and Eco-friendly Shopping
Whenever I come back from a trip to Sri Lanka, my family and friends have now come to expect something special from Barefoot - a wonderful shop of rural handweavers that make and sell the most delightful toys, home ware, clothes and art. In fact, last Christmas we gave Barefoot … [Read more...]
The Gardens at Lunuganga: A Rarified Country House Hotel
The gardens at Lunuganga are a rare tropical Eden created by Geoffrey Bawa, Sri Lanka's most influential architect. And what started out as an abandoned rubber estate, is now one of the most unique places to stay in the country. Over a span of 50 years, Bawa lovingly made this … [Read more...]
Experience Laidback Luxury At The Galle Fort Hotel
Spending a luxurious holiday in Ceylon is not at all that hard to do, and of course, your “home base” for your holidays will be at the center of it all. There are a lot of places where you can stay in Ceylon, and one very highly recommended hotel is the Galle Fort … [Read more...]
Casa Colombo: Old World Charm in Colombo
In a previous post, we gave our top accommodation pick for Colombo: Park Street. If that happens to be full or you fancy something a little different, here is our second top pick for a boutique hotel in Colombo to suit the luxury traveler: Casa Colombo. This hotel is very … [Read more...]