Things To Do by Nisreen Majeed

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The Magic Wrap of the East Sari trends & Boutiques in Colombo Pg- 20

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SNOBB-the new drift in town Main Feature The magic wrap of the East – Sari Trends & Boutiques in Colombo

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Take a day off in Paradise

The Editorial

olombo – A name and a city by which Sri Lanka is identified all over the world. Most people say that Colombo is the Sri Lankan city which least represents the rest of the country; but I say otherwise. With its proud and magnificent Colonial buildings being oddly neighboured by showy and modern structures, Plush hotels and the poorest shacks bordering the very same Beira Lake, Distinctly Sri Lankan ‘Chinese’ food and ‘Bombay’ Faluda, a million and one bars, temples, restaurants, stray-dogs, boutiques, streets, trishaws, mosques, people and the added madness of traffic – all in an area of mere 3,694.20 km²; Colombo is one mixed cocktail! A mixed cocktail with a culture and a history worthy of boasting – just like Sri Lanka. If you’re a visitor (or sometimes even a resident) of my favourite city, it’s natural to feel confused and get lost in the hustle and bustle of Colombo without actually getting the chance to enjoy its many facets. Which is why we thought ‘Colombo Things-to-do’ would be a handy little companion to take you on a tour around town, show the best places in and about and tell you what’s going on. In this inaugural issue of Colombo Things-to-do we’ve given you expert reviews on places to shop, pamper, dine, lodge and even study. You can also find the most popular books, movies at local theatres, the current exhibitions, plays, concerts, corporate events and whatnots. We’ve also touched unique and fun things to do in Colombo; things that involve frenzied little tuk tuks that roam the city and the mouth-watering prawn-wadai at the Galle-Face greens; things that make Colombo, Colombo. So let’s take a ride around Colombo town, a ride minus the traffic, minus the confusion, plus the easy-to-use layout and great reviews. I know you’ll enjoy this one!

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ART & THEATRE 19th to 23rd Friday - Tuesday

“ Bonjour Cinema ! “ A francophone film festival Bonjour Cinema ! is a joint cultural event organized by the Consulate of Belgium, the High Commission of Canada, the Embassy of France and the Embassy of Switzerland. The aim of this annual event is to offer to the Sri Lankan public a collection of films that represent the richness and the diversity of the cinema industries of the French speaking countries represented in Sri Lanka. This year’s edition will take place at BCIS (BMICH) from the 2010 with 3 screening a day. Entrance free

11th - 14th Thursday -Sunday

“Grease” The British School in Colombo presents ‘Grease’, one of the best loved and timeless stage musicals of Broadway. With a lively cast of 60 ranging from 12 – 18 years and coupled with captivating music and superb choreography, the production

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assures to be Electrifyin’ and is a musical for the entire family. ‘Grease’ is directed by Andrew Fowler-Watt and produced by Tracy Holsinger. The production will be staged from at the British School Auditorium 7.30 p.m. onwards. Tickets for ‘Grease’ can be obtained at the British School in Colombo.

Lionel Wendt Art Centre & Gallery 5th -7th Friday- Sunday

CentreStage Productions and Jehan Aloysius are working in partnership with One Trust Sri Lanka to grace Colombo with their most stirring production yet! This fantastic production, designed and choreographed by Jehan Aloysius, features the talents of a predominantly physically challenged cast who will amaze audiences. Tickets are now on sale at the theatre. The production will be in aid of One Trust Sri Lanka which supports children affected by conflict.

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Exhibition of Photographs by jeewaranga Gunasekara.

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“Presidents, Promiscuity & Pineapples” A Comedy Presented by Fine Arts Productions Directed by Abbasali Rozals

19th-20th Friday- Saturday “Revs Reminisce”

Goethe Institute 15th - 20th Monday - Saturday

Europe Laughs - Intercultural comedies from Europe - A selection of European feature and short films - the Goethe Institute will show more films from Europe with a focus on the funny side. 05.30 pm, at Goethe Hall - German with English subtitles

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21st Sunday

Red Coloured Grey Truck Short film: Schwarzfahrer by Pepe Dankwart, Deutschland 1991 - Another inspired example in this collection is the award-winning Serbo-Slovenian-Montenegran 05.30 pm. At Goethe Hall - German with English subtitles

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Entrance free Call +94-11-2694562 or +94-11-4712636

The Revelations in Concert. “Show Times” Presented by the Revelations Academy of Performing Art & Creativity.

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SOCIAL

13th Saturday

“FLASH BACK” A Night of Retro. Retro Fever is Back. Come and dance to your favorite 70,s 80,s & 90 tracks. Location : Club Zouk, Hotel Galadari 8.00 pm Onwards Tickets : 1000/= Ladies free Dress : Retro

AKON Live in Sri Lanka

Jam Fest –Colombo Get Ready For The Biggest Concert Ever To Hit Sri Lanka. Platinum Entertainment Together With MTV/MBC Networks Brings You The Incredible Rap/RnB Superstar Akon Live in Colombo. Saturday 24th April At The SSC Tickets Out 18th March Listen To YESFM For More Details

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Applicious - Apple Party at 9:00pm Location: Privé Colombo Street: No:28, Malalasekara Mawatha. The fabulous and glamorous night of Applicious that will bring out the partyholics party vibes in to a new look that you have never seen before. The beautiful shades of red and green and fragranced with fruity apple perfume will build your taste buds, Organized by Trump Entertainment. Dress code for night - Red, Black, Green sexy gift packs – Midnightdivas.com Tickets - 1000/=, ladies free

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24th Wednesday

Fashion Show - A Few Good Men: for the first time ever in Sri Lanka the fashion arena is turning out an all male fashion show just for the benefit of our fine gentlemen (and for the pleasure of our ladies). These chosen gentlemen will be dancing, acting, modeling, on an open-air catwalk at the Galle Face Hotel terrace with the Indian Ocean as their backdrop. The all homme entourage will be sporting designer ensembles from Licc Jeans, Linen Co, SNOBB, Arugambay and String Hopper with guest performances by the Deanna School of Dancing girls and some impressive singing acts. All proceeds go to the Vajira Childrens Home.

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Jazz With Wolfgang Haffner The Drummer Wolfgang Haffner from Wunsiedel, Germany is one of the most in-demand international jazz artists, having performed and recorded with jazz greats including Pat Metheny, Bill Evans, Bob James and Pee Wee Ellis among many others. In 2002 he formed the Wolfgang Haffner Band and has so far recorded 11 titles. When not performing with his own band, he plays with the Nils Landgren Funk Unit of Sweden. 07.00 pm, at Barefoot Gallery (+94-11-2694562 or +94-11-4712636).

3rd April Advertise your events in our Event Calendar and get the benefit of being listed in our web event’s for free! Thomas Gold Live in Sri Lanka - Break the Silence! Yes FM Club One with Pink Magazine & Zink International Presents… Start Time: Saturday, April 3rd, at 8:00pm Location: The Beach House ( Next to “The Golden Mile” ) - Mt Lavinia Street: Beach Road call for more info 0777425304/0777530557

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CORPORATE 10th Wednesday CSE Workshop

A four -part workshop for beginners on Investing in the Stock Market The Colombo Stock Exchange presents a fully revamped four -part workshop series. The programme is designed to cover the basics that you need to know before you begun investing in the stock market Programme. 16th :Getting the Basics Right 23rd :The Benefits of Stock Market Investing 30th :Making the Right Investment Decision 6th April: Mastering the Skills of Trading Venue : CSE Auditorium , Level 04, West Block, World Trade Center, Colombo-1 Time Commencing at 5.45p.m Investment : RS 2,000/-( all inclusive) Please call on 5522444 or 2356512 for further details and registration

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MTI Brand Forum - “The Brand as a Business” MTI Consulting announces the grand launch of the Brand Forum to be held on Wednesday the 10th of March 2010 at the Sapphire Ballroom of Ceylon Continental Hotel. The forum focuses on linking Brand Management to Business Strategy to meet the challenges faced by businesses today. The forum will feature an eminent group of speakers presenting on key areas of Brand Management, research by MTI and panel discussions with industry leaders. At Ceylon Continental Hotel - Sapphire Ballroom from 6:00pm - 8.30p.m Registration - Rs 2500/Organization: MTI Consulting (Pvt) Ltd

18th - 19th Thursday - Friday

International Corporate Law Conference – 2010 at Hilton Colombo. As part of enhancing international relations with various similar associations of corporate lawyers or corporate counsels, ACL joined with ‘Singapore Corporate Counsel Association’ (SCCA) as a supporting organization of the ‘Inaugural SCCA Regional Conference’ held on 2nd and 3rd April 2009 in Singapore.

GENERAL Project by the differently-abled

Be a partner in our project for Differently abled persons - we are a family. A promotion of arts & crafts by the differently able persons products manufactured by PWD’s are now available for sale at Majestic City & Crescat Lobby on Saturdays. A Project organized & Sponsored by Hameedia in association with CT Land (Pvt) Ltd & Asian Hotels & Properties PLC

25th -28th March

Art of Living Style Opening Doors to International Trade Furniture & Interior Fair 2010 at SLECC

March 28th Friday - Colombo

Get ready to go to the moon

Oxford Playhouse presents One Small Step in Colombo and Jaffna. One Small Step, a huge hit at the Edinburgh Festival in 2009, is on its way to Sri Lanka courtesy the British Council.

This gloriously inventive new play written by David Hastings, directed by Toby Hulse, and produced by Oxford Playhouse, premiered at the 2009 Edinburgh Festival to five-star reviews and thrilled audiences The performance details are as follows: Jaffna Date: Friday, March 26th at 6 p.m. Venue: St. John’s College Hall Admission free. Colombo Date: Sunday, March 28th at 7.30 p.m. and Tuesday, March 30th at 7.30 p.m. Venue: Punchi Theatre, Borella Tickets: Rs. 500 and 250 (balcony) on sale from March 5 at the British Council Help Desk, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 9 a.m – 4p.m. Sunday & at Namel Malini Punchi Theatre, 37 Cotta Road, Colombo 8

Sunday 21st March 2010

Council of Past districtgovernors District 306 A2 presents A Roaring Sing Along with Clifford Richards Backed by super Pink ‘N Purple. Guest performances by Mariazelle & Channa, Upuli Dance Troupe. Sunday 21st March 2010 -7.00pm Location : Waters Edge Tickets - Rs. 750/For inquiries call Sepalika 0714 719621 All proceeds in aid of the Lions Leadership Institute District 306 A2

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Kiddie Joys at Kidzkraft

here are various kinds of toys found in the market today – both imported and locally manufactured. But how many of these toys adhere to the required Safety Standards is the question. Kidzkraft toys are manufactured to International Safety Standards using nontoxic paints, and making sure that there are no pointed or sharp edges capable of injury. The same Safety requirements that have to be complied with in the International Markets apply to all the toys sold at this store. Kidzkraft, has a wide range of colourful wooden toys, both educational & fun. The selection ranges from Puzzles, Counting Frames, Number & Alpha-

bet Picture Boards, Book Ends, Jumping Jacks , Height Charts, Peg Racks , Picture Frames etc. You could also find , Nursery Tables, Kiddies Desks & Chairs , Book Shelves, Clothes Stands Cut-outs for walls and other items for kids rooms. It is also possible to place orders for customized designs for children’s rooms , and KidzKraft will have it done in their very own factory in the suburbs of Colombo. This store is with its exciting designs and concepts and vibrant range of colours is definitely worth visiting even if you’re an adult who appreciates creative impressions.

COLOMBO’S

TOP PLACES TO SHOP Colombo is a city buzzing with innumerable shops and boutiques selling merchandise from cutlery to heavy vehicles. We will tell you what to find in Colombo and where to find it. ODEL

Odel is our number one place to shop this month for one good reason – Versatility! Ladies, gents, kiddies; we all have something at odel and for that, Odel wins a round of applause.

SNOBB

The newest fashion-hot spot in town SNOBB deserves our second place among places to shop, for having a devastatingly gorgeous collection of designer brands for affordable prices! Cimarron, Lluvia, Lois and Versiles -they’re all there at SNOBB for prices that are definitely within your grasp.

COOL PLANET

Have you been to Cool Planet? If not, you’ve been missing a real treat! Cool Planet is the next big emerging department store and has cool clothing for even cooler prices.

HAMEEDIAS

Over the decades Hameedias have excelled in two things that define the quality of menswear: Precision of the cut and Superiority of the fabric. Gentlemen, Hameedias is all that!

BEVERLY STREET

Why we think Beverly Street is AMAZING is because of a reason only Beverly Street can brag about. The extended hours shopping - 9am to midnight (liter-

ally)! Now you know where to go for that emergency pair of boxers

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NO-LIMIT

If you want to get great looking accessories, for the lowest prices, No-Limit is the place to go! No-Limit has a choice of accessories from necklaces and bangles to belts and handbags priced to be wonderfully affordable.

COTTON-COLLECTION

Cotton-Collection is loved by shoppers for many reasons, but it is one of them that won Cotton-Collection a place in our top-ten. The assortment of the most COMFORTABLE ladies undies.

ROMA FOUR

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great about Roma Four is that there is an awesome collection of ladies evening-wear and cocktail dresses to choose from. The selection is generous and the styles are hip and contemporary. Ladies, Roma Four is the place to shop before you go to that party!

FASHION BUG

Why is Fashion Bug in the top-ten? Their supremely vast collection of ladies and gents jeans featuring styles and cuts from A to Z - Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why.

Y-FASHION

Y-Fashion is a great place for teen clothing. The choice of casual and youthful tees, shorts and jeans is great & the prices are friendly. Y-Fashion is totally teenspiring!

The New Drift in Town When you’re travelling down Kumaratunga Munidasa Road (Thurstan Road), just at the root of the Bagathale Road you will see an immaculately white building with vivid pink branding that reads ‘SNOBB’. This young, unique and perky boutique is the house for many international fashion-brands and some of the most exceptionally styled clothing that we have seen in Colombo.

NOBB is the brain child of Suulali Wickremasinghe whose prime-objective was to provide the fashion-conscious living or visiting Colombo, with a great opportunity to purchase funky, easy-going casual clothing from reputed European brands at a reasonable price. SNOBB has an impressive collection of Spanish brands like LOIS, CIMARRON and LLUVIA, and brands from the world’s fashion capital itself; Versiles, Leoss, Ussu and Chiarelli. Cimarron is a brand renowned for its name in supremely c u t jeans, while Lois casualwear is widely celebrated among the European youth. And Ladies, you must, absolutely must see the collection of Lluvia handbags and shoes– it’s every fashionista’s dream! SNOBB also has a great collection of men’s shoes, Redline Socks and undies. For all those who’re planning for some holiday shopping in the hills, SNOBB has an exclusive collection of winter-wear and Golf-gear! Spread over three floors, Kid’s, Women’s and Men’s

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designer-wear of an elite range, are available for an astoundingly affordable price range of about LKRs.950.003000.00 ($9.50-30). On a closing note, Suulali Wickremasinghe told us that her future plans for SNOBB are many, among which are expanding the shoes and accessory section and also opening an exclusive Beauty Bar with renowned European cosmetics. You can catch a preview to SNOBB’s exclusive men’s range at the first Sri Lankan fashion show dedicated to the gentlemen; the show titled ‘A Few Good Men’ will take place at the Galle Face Hotel terrace on the 24th of March.

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Exclusiv Exclusive l i store for Hi-Fashion Shalw Shalwar Kameez & Sarees Tailoring undertaken for Indian costume costumes by well experienced Indian Tailors. We can deliver d to your doorstep (w (within city limits) for cust customers who purchase fabric in house within 48 hours. @ HAVELOCK CENTRAL H No. 104, H Havelock Road, Colombo 05 (Opp (Opposite Police Grounds) Tel: 2589284, 2590202, 2500129 258 E-mail: asim@slt.lk

ASZAI FASHIONS - Sari Haven in Havelock Town Aszai Fashions, at 104, Havelock Road, is paradise for women who love saris and shalwar kameez’ made from exquisite fabrics that are rarely seen around town. Removing one more worry from the process of shopping, the boutique provides ample parking facilities which will surely win the favor of your spouse/ father/ /chauffeur behind the wheel.

he saris and shalwars available at the store are of high-quality fabrics in arresting prints and lush embroidery of bead, sequin, thread and stone work. The unusual fabrics that are usually imported from Indian or Pakistan are definitely worth looking at even if you’re not buying. Aszai Fashions has an extensive selection of the more usual fabrics too— cotton fabrics range from Rs. 1,500 upwards while their collection of colourful

chiffon and crepe saris range from Rs. 1,500 to Rs. 5,000. In the spacious and well lit showroom, you can browse through this remarkable collection of fabrics and saris with dazzling colours, prints and textures to your heart’s content. Aszai Fashions is a one-stop boutique for your sari, blousing and other fabric needs and it should definitely be in your list of sari boutiques for the upcoming festive season in April!

The Magic Wrap o With the touch of the alluringly luxurious fabric, she evolves from a woman to a lady, with the pomp and grandeur of wrapping six yards of cloth she transforms to a queen and as the final layer drapes and the pallu cascades down gracefully, she transcends to a goddess… This is the wonder of the sari – the magic wrap of the East.

here is no other garment that draws looks of admiration and instant respect towards a woman in the Asian culture as a sari does. Even today, in the city of Colombo where the western fads are dominating fashion, the sari remains a solitude and unshaken tower of Asian pride by being the preferred choice among women for special occasions and professional-wear. With radically creative South Asian designers looking for ways to bring the sari in to the contemporary fashion during the late 90’s, the traditional sari went through a facelift and was reborn in the form of fabulous ‘designer saris’. Charged with funky sequins, outrageously bold prints, seductive jackets and crazy drapes the sari has re-entered the world of highfashion to stay.

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Colombo’s influx of designer saris is majorly from India, while a handpicked set of local designers and brands also dress Colombo’s fashionistas with their sensational saris. Satya Paul, Rocky S., Anjana Bhargav and Gauri Bajoria are among Colombo’s most popular Indian sari designers while Dharshi Keertisena, Barefoot, ’79 and Yolanda Aluvihare are local favourites. Saris with Conspicuously placed florals, daring animal prints, shimmery fabrics paired with jackets/ accessories in contrasting hues are in vogue for 2010 while hand-woven cotton and silk saris are considered timeless beauties owing to their distinctively ethnic charm. So, where do you treat yourself to such stunningly glamorous six yards of fabric?

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Aashkii

If you love Satya Paul’s saris, Aashkii would be your paradise. But Satya Paul is not all they have at Aashkii – a range of designer saris from Colombo’s favourite brands such as ‘79 are available at this sari hot-spot at Maitland Crescent. And for having Colombo’s most Beloved Sari Labels & Designers Under one Roof, Aashkii wins our number one spot among the finest sari boutiques in Sri Lanka.

Pallu

Situated in Kawdana Road, Dehiwala, this shop offers imported saris in beautiful fabrics and stunning sequin/stone work for extremely reasonable Prices.

Fashion Fabrics

Fashion fabrics houses not only a collection of lovely saris, but also GorgeousBlouse Material & Lining Material in such an impressive range that it makes your shopping trip conveniently shorter by a few more hours.

Rithihi

The most exclusive selection of Hand -Woven and Machine - spun Silk and Cotton Saris is available at Rithihi situated at Alfred House Gardens

Ram Bros

The fiery reds and maroons dazzling with intricate stonework, sequins and embroidery…Ram Brothers accommodates the most resplendent collection of Bridal Saris for Hindu Brides.Shaadi Mubarak!

Odel sari bar

So you’re young and hip; think saris are not for you? Think again. Odel Sari bar houses the most à la mode collection of printed and embellished saris that are refreshingly Youthful & fun !

Ranjana’s

Ranjana’s is one the oldest and the most reputed sari dealers in Colombo, but what sets them apart from all other sari boutiques is their Amazing Choice of Sari Fabrics - whether you want your sari in Italian silk, Crepe, Chiffon, Cotton or the purest Silk, Ranjana’s is your best bet.

Prasanna Batiks

Batik fabrics are tantalizingly reminiscent of sunny weather and ocean shoresthe Charming Batik Saris at Prasanna Batiks are sweetly reminiscent of a serene tropical beach and of course, of Sri Lanka.

Prenita Fashions

The delicately patterned and worked saris at Prenita Fashions are ideal for the working girl, and the choice of Professional-Wear Saris is remarkable!

Saratha’s

Nowadays everybody wants to get their hands on printed saris and they’re all the hype. Saratha’s has a collection of printed saris for surprisingly affordable prices.

You can taste the cuisines of the world and you don’t even have to leave town! We will tell you where, and how…

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tO DiNE Lavinia Breeze

Lavinia Breeze is our number one place to dine because of the Outstandingly Cooperative and Friendly Staff. While the quality of food is generally considered to be the most important factor when deciding the value of a dining place (which is also great at Lavinia Breeze), the comfortable and friendly atmosphere that the diners experience is another crucial aspect which establishes the success of a restaurant; and Lavinia Breeze excels in that!

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Cricket Club Café

What would a cricket devotee, a lover of fascinating interiors and a serious gastronomist have in common? They would Love the Cricket Club Café.

The Sizzle

Hats off to The Sizzle for the concept of having your meal brought to you straight off the cooker! SIZZLING!

Habibi

The uniquely Lebanese themed Habibi restaurant has scores of points in favour of it, but our favourite pick for the month is The Minced Beef Hummus – Out of this world!

Regina MargHErita

This neat little Italian restaurant in Park Road has so many great things about it- the sauces are delicious and the ambience is great; but what’s best about Regina Margherita is their open Pizza oven where

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diners can observe the making of their Pizza which makes the waiting more fun and the longing for that steaming slice of heaven, a tenfold more!

Flag & Whistle

The guys at Flag & Whistle sure did great in choosing the Location for their continental restaurant – the gorgeous view overlooking the hustle and bustle of the Colombo harbour is not something every restaurant in town can brag about!

Barefoot Garden Café

We have to congratulate Barefoot for its Enticingly Laid-back Ambience created with an unusual combination of urban minimalism and ethnic Sri Lankan identity. Food tastes better when you’re sitting under the leafy canopy of Barefoot Garden Café listening to calming jazzy notes!

Siam House Thai Restaurant

Where do you go to get the best authentic Thai food restaurant in Colombo City? The Siam House where the Hot Buttered Cuttle Fish deserves a special mention!

Shanmugas

The exotic vegetarian Indian food at Shanmugas is presented with an amazing variety. The cuisines range from South to North Indian and are priced to be extremely Affordable.

The Bay Leaf

Need a reason to visit The Bay Leaf? The Spinach Ravioli with Mushroom & Parmesan Served with Cheese Sauce– Tastes like Italy!

Café Japan

Sushi is a tricky food to make – it’s a make or break for a restaurant. Café Japan deserves to be applauded for their exceptional Sushi which we could not leave out of our top ten. PS- Sushi is only available for delivery at Café Japan.

ith a variety of food havens springing up in the city of Colombo, you can be guaranteed you will never go hungry whatever time of day it maybe; be it a hearty breakfast, a scrumptious midday meal, a teatime snack, or a delectable feast. While fast food has become a popular choice for many, the Burger has taken the top spot as the most famed fast food item. There are some small-scale restaurants/take-away places that specialize in burgers, offering a wide variety to choose from but it is very likely that most restaurants will reserve a section in their menu cards for the good ole faithful burger. It should be noted, however, that most burgers served are by no means suitable for those looking for a lowcalorie diet. For those who wish to ignore their expanding waistline for a moment, here are some spots from where you can grab yourself a greasy, juicy burger.

The Sugar Burger

The menu consists of a variety of burgers ranging from chicken, beef, fish, and vegetarian with a wide choice of extras and sauces. The double beef burger is highly recommended. Location: The Sugar Burger has two outlets at Odel Alexandra Place, at the food court and Odel Mt. Lavinia (take-away counter). Available for lunch and dinner at both locations. Price range: Slightly more expensive than your standard burger and would range between Rs. 400 and Rs. 600.

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where to eat The Sandwich Factory

Dine in a HURRY Budz Tea and Coffee Lounge

This place has, among others, a fairly small selection of burgers which are made to perfection. The fish fillet burger is a must try. Good ambience and ideal for an afternoon getaway or to chill out with friends. Location: Budz is located at Rosmead Place, Colombo 7. Open from 11 am to midnight. Price range: Depending on your choice of extras, a burger here would cost you between Rs. 250 and Rs. 450.

Great take-away menu or even order in because they deliver steaming hot burgers to your door step. Ideal for a quick lunch or an evening snack on your way home. Location: A take-away kiosk at Dwellings, Green Path, Colombo 7. For delivery call 0115 666 550. Price range: Between Rs. 350 and Rs. 450.

Burgers King

Nope, it doesn’t have any links with the world renowned fast-food chain, but this is Colombo’s best substitute. While take-away is recommended, those who are more adventurous can battle the evening traffic and pollution and tuck in at the roadside sitting area. The chicken corden bleu burger and beef burger are highly recommended. Location: A mini kiosk at the Slave Island junction. Available from 5 pm to midnight. Price range: Between Rs. 150 and Rs. 250.

The Chill

A no-frills café that serves a variety of fresh and tasty burgers. Ideal pit stop to grab a quick snack on your way home or even stop by. The chicken burgers are recommended. Location: The Chill is located on Duplication Road, Bambalapitiya and is not easy to miss. Open for dinner only. Price range: Between Rs. 250 and Rs. 350

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Café Japan Call : 0777-263564 / 0777263565 Delivery available : 11-1430 17-2100 Open Lunch:12-1430 Dinner:17-2100(Only reservations)

afé Japan is a unique restaurant situated in Kolpetty, which has been raising the bar in Colombo’s Japanese food since year 2000. The restaurant has been delighting Colombo’s gastronomical scene with the authenticity of their food and the city has been smitten with Café Japan’s signature dishes; the Japanese Beef and Pork hamburgers, Kaiseki

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Lunch, Sushi and Teriyaki chicken. After the mouth-watering cooking, what’s more wonderful about Café Japan is the fact that it is a family restaurant run by a family; the chief chef Mrs. Chigiri is well assisted by Yumiko and Kyoko who are the key ingredients in the success of Café Japan. Stay in Touch with Café Japan at http://cafejapanlanka.blogspot.com/

Gourmet from the Land of Long Life.

A few years back, when Japanese food was a novelty to Sri Lanka it was commonly believed to be nothing more than uncooked and nauseating smelly fish; but as local gastronomes started getting more daring with what they eat, the ‘smelly fish’ notion vanished and Colombo fell in love with the distinctively organic taste of Japanese cooking. Now that we discovered the taste of Japanese gourmet here in Colombo, let’s take a look at the extraordinary health benefits in the cuisines from the land of long life.

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More and more people are recognizing Japanese food as one of the world’s healthiest cuisines. With the primarily light-cooked or uncooked nature, use of organic rice, vegetables and profuse amounts of marine food, the traditional Japanese diet is remarkably low in cholesterol, fat, and calories, while being exceptionally high in fibre. Well…that’s all very nice, but do the benefits of Japanese food address the health troubles of the average Sri Lankan? Sure Does!

wards mass produced foods among the younger populace. Tofu (soy-bean curd) is an integral element in the Japanese diet, and can help you with lowering body fat mass without lowering muscle mass; meaning, you lose weight, but remain strong!

Get High on Immunity As a usual Japanese meal utilizes a variety of veggies, a myriad of vitamins, minerals, and anti-oxidants (micro-nutrients) are consumed with it. The natural food chemicals that make up these micro-nutrients play an active role in protecting the human body from common ailments such as cancer and viral infections like the common cold and even Dengue that are sure threats in Sri Lanka. So treat yourself to some Japanese with lots of fresh fish, vegetables and rice - it may be more than your hunger that benefits!

Low on your ‘GI Level’ Owing to some bad dietary habits, high blood sugar levels resulting in Diabetes is a growing problem among Sri Lankans. The glycemic index or GI is a measure of the effects of carbohydrates on blood sugar levels. Usual white rice can have a GI that range from 56 to 104 while Japanese rice types like Koshikari (Japonica) rice, have only a GI of 48+/8! Levelling that Fat Though obesity is not a pronounced threat in Sri Lanka, it is considered a looming danger due to the addiction to-

TOP PLACES TO STAY From the plushest suites to the most affordable stays; where-to-stay is your definitive guide to the best accommodation in Colombo & Beyond. Mount Lavinia Hotel

We’re living at times of unprecedented environmental pollution leading mankind to consequential dangers; the food that we eat is usually poisoned with insecticides and toxins that pass up food chains. In Sri Lanka’s hospitality industry, it was Mount Lavinia Hotel that took the initiative to go green with their ‘Slow Food’ concept that focuses on the importance of food diversity, farm to table methods, and A Cultural Shift in the way we view food. Mount Lavinia Hotel is our number one place to stay this month for helping to heal the world!

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where to stay Victoria Golf & Country Resort

Victoria Golf & Country Resort is an award-winning golfing state and a luxurious resort situated in the midst of a breathtaking green plain of the lush Sri Lankan highlands. Victoria Golf & Country Resort deserves a sure spot in our top-ten places to stay in Sri Lanka for the unique nature of their resort and for collecting the prestigious award by the Asian Golf Monthly Magazine for The Best Golf Course in the Asian Sub - Continent (for the second time!). Congratulations Victoria Golf & Country Resort for doing Sri Lanka proud!

touched by any other hotel in the island. Tintagel has a magnificent history that is so closely interwoven with the Sri Lanka’s fate as Tintagel was the ancestral house of one of the island’s most influential political families-The Bandaranaikes. This 80 year old mansion was tranformed into a luxury hotel which has numerous suites decorated while maintaining its colonial glory and also with modern & plush twist to it.

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

Overlooking the tranquil Beira Lake, Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo is the best corporate hotel in town. Whether you’re organising a highly publicised conference; attending to important business or on a well-deserved vacation at the hotel’s executive lounge- Cinnamon Lakeside coolly corporate. With its Business Centre designed to meet guests’ meeting and auxiliary needs, including e-mail, photocopying, secretarial and telecommunication services, a courier service and office and meeting facilities, Cinnamon Lakeside is every business man’s dream stay.

Tintagel

Tintagel is one of Colombo’s best for so many reasons, but it’s in our top-ten lodgings for a reason that cannot be

Hotel Aditya

Aditya is without doubt, high among the best in the island when it comes to their superb service. Everyone who’s been to Aditya falls in love with the place and more, they fall in love with the great staff full of courtesy and truly dedicated to the service. Great hotels are made by great staffs – and Hotel Aditya is the living proof.

Casa Colombo

If you’re a believer of stylishly imaginative interiors and extraordinary atmospheres, Casa is the place for you! This extravagantly decorated hotel with

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plush furniture and mood-setting lighting is a living example of the mesmerizing influence of a well decorated interior.

Rock Chalet

Rock Chalet is an amazing place to spend a vacation, not only because of the great rooms and the delicious food, but also because of their Convenient and peaceful location in a quietly enchanting rubber plantation. You’ll feel like you’re a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city after just a 45 minute drive from Colombo.

where to stay Hotel Pegasus Reef

Hotel Pegasus, situated in Wattala is in our top-ten for one great reason – for having one of the most Spectacular ocean views close to Colombo (a mere 8 mile distance). Don’t forget to view the remarkable sunsets while you’re seated in the balcony or lounging by the poolside of Pegasus Reef Hotel.

Hotel Clarion

Hotel Clarion is located just 30Kms from the Bandaranaike International Airport and 15Kms from Colombo and wins a spot in our top-ten for their Mouth-watering daily buffet for a very reasonable price.

Hotel Ramada

Conveniently located in the very centre of Colombo, this hotel lives up to its reputation for excellent service and value for money. Hotel Ramada is in a Superlative Location, with three-wheelers and taxis available just outside the hotel and a short drive away from the much loved tourist locations; National Museum, Pettah Bazaar and the Lighthouse while myriad restaurants, bars and shops are accessible on foot.

A feast for the senses...! Victoria Golf & Country Resort An enticingly tropical climate, playing a round of golf in the lustily green pastures, a refreshing dip in the pool overlooking the highlands and dinner on the terrace in the company of a lazy sunset behind the Knuckles mountains...

ictoria Golf & Country Resort is that rare resort which combines things that make an ideal vacation; the perfect combination of leisure and activity. A Round of golf followed by an idle stroll on the green grass, a game of

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tennis and a swim in the infinity pool… life is a perfect balance of excitement and peace. Life is good. Golfing at Victoria Golf & Country Resort is an amazing experience due to the overpoweringly beautiful and equally challenging landscape. Kitrina Douglas, European Ladies Champion and holder of 10 world championships says “This will be one of the Top 10 Golf Courses in the world...it offers a challenge to even the most accomplished player....”. Golfing at Victoria demands a drive combining distance, accuracy, nerves of steel and is sure to set the pulse racing.

of a golfing resort. Chris Holloway -the Chairman of the Rajawella Holdings Limited and the owner of the Victoria Golf and Country Resort is committed to preserving the natural environment and ensuring a level of architectural integrity which will compliment the aesthetic quality of the area, providing a peaceful and enjoyable ambiance. Recently Victoria Golf and Country Resort made Sri Lanka proud by winning the title of ‘The Best Golf Course on the Sub – Continent’ by Asian Golf Monthly Magazine for the second time!

A golf shop stocked with all possible needs of a golfer and a Coach present at all times, makes golfing easy for even beginners. Luxurious accommodation consisting of chalets, suites and even fully staffed houses are available at Victoria Golf & Country Resort for your indulgence. The Clubhouse, terrace and the beautifully designed restaurant are places where you can enjoy a scrumptious meal prepared by the resident team of chefs. This exclusive resort was designed by Donald Steel who is a former President of English Golf Union and a Golf Correspondent for the Daily Telegraph, UK. Steel mentioned that Victoria Golf is a unique placed blessed with both a splendid undulating terrain and a scenic backdrop of hills and lakes, which excite the senses, making it a rare combination of the most coveted requirements

HILTON COLOMBO

14th March Bingo Sunday

17th March Lemon High tea

21st & 24th March 18th -27th March,

Emperorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wok Szechuan Guest Chef from Hilton Shanghai, Lunch and Dinner, courtesy Cathay Pacific Echelon Pub RBS 6 Nation Rugby until March 20th,

26th -28th March

Hongkong 7 For every Rs. 400 spent coupons to win an overnight stay at Suite

3 March rd

Blend for March at the Thorana Lounge Dilmah Hightea blend celebrating the spread and winners of the best Dilmah High Tea Award of Culinary Art 2010 Competition

7th March, Crepe Sunday

10th March

High tea with your choice of exotic teas

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Shanghai afternoon high tea with guest chefs from Shanghai

28th March Bingo Sunday

31st March

Chocolate high tea blend with a touch of Easter

Cinnamon Grand 1st March onwards Coffee Stop Pudding Cocktails

Cinnamon Grand takes sweet indulgences to a whole new level with its newest concept: pudding cocktails! Call 249 7382 for more details.

11th - 31st March The Lagoon

Shellfish Promotion 7.00 p.m - 11.00 p.m The Lagoon goes crustacean crazy, with an incredible variety of imported shellfish. Clams, mussels, oysters, scallops and much more... Call 249 7371 for more details.

Hotel Promotions - March 1st – 31st March The London Grill

Australian Saltbush Lamb Promotion 7.00 p.m - 11.00 p.m A gourmet experience awaits at The London Grill with this special lamb promotion. Call 249 7361/62 for more details.

1st – 31st March The London Grill

Australian Wine Promotion 7.00 p.m - 11.00 p.m London Grill has the perfect offer for wine connoisseurs with a comprehensive collection of 16 premium Australian wines! 50% discount on Australian wines Call 249 7361/62 for more details.

feast prepared by village ammes, in the traditional way. The lunch buffet brings you over 20 dishes with everything from healthy greens, tasty meats, spicy seafood and other indigenous dishes and Sri Lankan sweets. Rs. 1,000/-+++ Call 249 7361/62 for more details.

26th March Sequel

The Supper Club Experience 7.00 p.m - 2.00 a.m

Relive the Supper club experience as prominent artistes that performed during the 70’s and 80’s recreate all your favourite songs of that era. Come enjoy the music, traditions and experience of the Supper club with an evening to remember. Entertainment by Sohan and the X-periments Free entrance and happy hour (8.00 p.m 10.00 p.m)

Supper Club Calendar

April 30th, May 21st, June 24th, July 30th, August 27th, September 24th and October 29th. Call 249 7361/62 for more details.

Nuga Gama

Traditional Village Lunch Every Weekend 12.00 p.m - 2.30 p.m Treat yourself, family and friends to an authentic Sri Lankan village

Chutneys

Vegetarian Buffet Every Tuesday 7.00 p.m - 11.00 p.m Chutneys boasts a sumptuous vegetarian feast comprising over 40 dishes! Specialties from the four primary states of South India: Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu are part of this experience. All you can eat Rs. 790/-+++

Mount Lavinia Hotel

1st – 7th March Seafood Cove Restaurant “All you can eat Crab is back” 7.00pm onwards Rs.999 +++

The Ceylon Continental Hotel The launch of Emerald

Coffee Shop With the Indian Ocean and the pool adjacent to the Emerald come savour the international array of cuisines and unobtrusive service connoisseurs feast, at our exclusive lunch buffet for only Rs.999/= net. per person during week days. Open daily from 6am to 12 midnight, at your service.

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The Heist

Unwind and do away with the stress at work with our selection of cocktails and mocktails. “Happy Hour” between 6pm and 8pm on selected beverages are sure to keep your spirits up and your cost down! Open daily from 10am to 12 midnight

Fashion show on every Friday at 9pm

Tandoor

Most sought after Indian restaurant that delights you with a tasteful selection of authentic North Indian delicacies made to perfection. You can pick your favourite cuisine from the Royal a’ la Carte Menu for be it lunch or dinner. On Fridays enjoy an exclusive “Dinner buffet” at Rs.1550/= nett. Per person Open daily 12 noon to 11.30pm

3rd to 12th of March

Café Conti One Foot Sandwich Promotion 11am to 9pm Rs.320/= upwards

Hotel Promotions - March Kebabs Delights

7th of March

the sheharezade Arabic restaurant Kebabs cooked to perfection in traditional style to satisfy the appetite to realm of sensuality aromas, flavor and texture

Galadari Hotel Theme Nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at Coffee Shop Monday Teusday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sataday

- Mediterranean - European - Italian - Sea food - Far Eastern - International

19th to 27th March Indian Food Festival

An incredible array of Indian cuisines prepared by chefs from Le Royal Meridien, Chennai. Dinner Buffet RS 1800/= Nett Per Person

CRAB PROMOTION 8th to 13th March, Ready to get messy?

Then enjoy the best in freshly prepared

Ravioli Promotion

15 to 20 March th

At the Margarita Blue Pub Appreciate the delicate taste of this classical Italian â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Ravioli Enjoy this all time popular Italian delicacies. Devilled Vegetable Ravioli served with spiced Asparagus Cream for more details call-2544544

crabs. At the Coffee Shop and Stix Chinese Restaurant A La Carte Menu

Starter Crab Claw Cocktail

Steamed Queen Crab Claws Mask with Tangy Cognac Flavored Cocktail Sauce Garnish With Blace Caviar Warm Crab Salad Pan Poached Lagoon King Crab Meat and Green House Vegetable served in Papialote

Waters Edge The

‘Boardwalk’

Chille Crab New England Crab Chowder Rich veloute of Crab Scented with French Saffron and Pernod

Daily from 5.00p.m - Midnight

Tom Yam Flavoured Sweet Corn & Crab A Fusion Chinese Soup Incorporated with Thai Condiments

Galle Face Hotel Galle Face Hotels Popular Colonial Pub Tuesday - Live Entertainment Wednesday - Quiz Competition Thursday - Jazz Entertainment Saturday - Live Jazz Daily - International Sports on Giant Screen Open daily – 4p.m –midnight. High tea & high Fashion 5.30p.m – 6.00p.m on every other Friday at Verandah Bar.

he ‘Boardwalk’ - Grill & Bar at ‘Waters Edge is the newest addition to the range of features it offers. The restaurant is fashioned by nature to which, brown burnt bricks, curved long bar, a cement floor and some great lighting is added to make it a social experience for the diner.

CInnamon LakeSide 1st -31st March

Cupcakes Take the Cake!

Cupcakes steal the show this month! 15 exciting varieties of sweet and savoury cupcakes will make your mouth water -Don’t resist the temptation! Rs. 95/- nett each

Nightly Dessert Delights

The Lounge - Daily - 8.00 pm - Midnight The nightly dessert delights bring you dif ferent flavours of crème brûlée, mousse, panna cotta, cake and other puddings. Rs. 225/- nett For details contact : 2491956

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The Sunday Carvery

Seven Degrees North - Every Sunday 12.00 noon - 3.00 pm Rs. 900/- + + + (Carvery only) Rs. 1,350/- + + + (Two glasses of champagne)

Hotel Promotions - March Jazz at Dusk Pool side 19th March - 7.30pm onwards Trans Jazz Quartet and Revel Crake & Co. will transport you through the smooth and delightful world of jazz at our monthly jazz eveningâ&#x20AC;Ś Rich music, delicious food, a view of the pool and the Beira Lake and the star-studded canopy of the sky all make for the most refreshing end to a long week! For Reservations/inquiries: 2491998

The Irish Festival The Dining Room 12th - 17th March - 7.00pm - 11.00pm Celebrate all things Irish! Savour the delicious food at the dinner buffet, including Shepherdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pie, Colcannon, Dublin coddle, Boxty and more, prepared by our visiting Irish Chef, Kieron Flood, and enjoy live music by the Irish band in the lobby! Rs. 1,400/- + + + per person For Reservations/inquiries: 2491930 The Luck of the Irish! The Lounge 12th - 17th March - 7.30 pm onwards An Irish dance troupe will perform traditional Irish dances for your entertainment - including the popular Riverdance - while the Aer Lingus group will give live performances! For Reservations/inquiries: 2491956

The Wine Buffet The Lounge - 24th March - 7.30pm 9.30pm A true evening of indulgence... A range of fine wines in unlimited quantities,Rs. 2,010/- +++ per person For Reservations/inquiries: 2491956

Hopper Night Poolside 26th March - 7.00pm - 11.00pm A tasty Sri Lankan meal never goes out of style, so treat yourself to an enticing range of local favourites at the monthly Hopper Night! Rs. 990/- + + + per person For Reservations/inquiries: 2491998

SALONS The best places to glam yourself up and to soothe your mind, body and soul – take a look at the best Salons and Spas in and out of Colombo. Nadine’s Hair and Beauty Shop

Nadine’s Hair and Beauty Shop is one of the few beauty salons that offor extremely new and advanced skin and hair treatments in Sri Lanka. One of these treatments is the Vitamin C facial treatment offered by the salon which brightens, tones and firms the skin while providing a certain amount of anti-aging defences too. Goodbye Wrinkles!

Ramani Fernando Salons

Ramani Fernando Salons are still topranked in the island for the very thing from which a young Ramani Fernando earned her fame in the 1970’s; precise, bold, neat and Stunning hair cuts. Yes, this the ultimate place for the perfect cut to feed your vanity.

Salon Nayana

One of the most respected and pioneering salon chains in Sri Lanka, Salon Nayana is lead by Nayana Karunaratne, President, Asia Zone(World federation of Hairdressers).

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We applaud Salon Nayana and their founder for the sincere attempt in educating the public not only on personal grooming, but also image building and personality development through a series of Educational books, Magazines & Publications by Nayana Karunaratne herself.

Salon La Passion

The good people at Salon La Passion are truly passionate about what they do! This state-of-the-art salon is open for Extra long hours providing gener-

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ous opportunities to serve their farreaching clientele for even longer than the usual salon/spa hours. The ladies salon is open from 8.00am to 8.00pm while the gents can get pampered at La Passion till 10.00pm in the Battaramulla branch and, till 12.00am in the Havelock town branch. Talk about superb customer service!

Roots Hair & Beauty Salon and Academy

Hair colouring is where the Roots Hair & Beauty Salon best displays their true Colours! Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never coloured your hair before, or need root colouring or even if you have dreadlocks, Roots Hair & Beauty Salon will know what to do. Bring in the Colour!

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Nadine’s Hair & Beauty Shop Nadine Gooneratne ventured out on her remarkable chain of beauty salons during 1997, with a vision to provide clients with the modern and inventive Hair & Beauty culture systems. Today Nadine’s Salon holds a pioneering spot among the modern Beauty salons in Sri Lanka with exclusive beauty salons in Colombo at De Vos Avenue and Cinnamon Lakeside-Colombo. Nadine’s also opened their first overseas beauty shop in the Meedhupparu Island Resort of Maldives. The expansion overseas has strengthened Nadine’s and has provided the opportunity to capture the global trends and innovative systems in Hair and Beauty Culture while playing a role in spreading the name of Sri Lankan expertise internationally.

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During the inception Nadine’s team consisted of only three beauticians and stylists, but at present a team of 25 highly trained beauty professionals who have won the trust of a devoted clientele. This team of professionals are recurrently trained with the most modern technological methods of the trade which is the key to a team of experts who are very knowledgeable in their respective areas, be it Hair styling or Beauty.

Which Spa?

ri Lanka, a country blessed with the ancient healing art of Ayurveda, houses countless spas and health resorts with great massages, treatments and ancient ways of beautifying and healing. So while you’re here, if you’ve decided that you want a spa treatment, or a weekend away being pampered then, you’ll want to choose a spa. Let us tell you how… •

The oldest trick – word of mouth reviews are generally honest and are resulted by actually good service.

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Different spas excel and specialize in different things. Make sure that the spa you’re considering offers the particular treatment that you want.

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A good spa needs to be a relaxing environment. You must be a person who attained amazing levels of spirituality to be able to unwind with heavy traffic, or noisy machinery in the background; in which case you probably won’t need a spa treatment!

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Find a spa that offers half day or full day treatment packages, so that you can fully relax, and benefit from a day being massaged and fussed over.

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If you’re rushed and is a fan of convenience, find out if your hotel has a spa, sometimes they might even bring the spa right in to your room.

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If you’re looking for a spa to make you look glamorous for a special occasion such as a wedding or a flashy reunion, then you might want a spa that is affiliated to a beauty salon-there are plenty in Colombo!

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If you’re looking for a couple’s weekend away, then why not see find a spa that offers discounts or other special offers for groups or couples? You might even get a discount for bringing in a second person.

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Do not choose on cost alone. Better treatments usually cost more. You might prefer an expensive beauty treatment expertly done in a pleasant, tranquil environment, to a quick session on the High Street.

Now that you know how to choose the right spa, check out our list of the best spas in Sri Lanka to find your ideal spot for some quality pampering.

Capello Spa

With over 10 years experience as a hair stylist and makeup artist in Sri Lanka and in London Salons; RF Salons & Identity – Romesh Atapattu is a sought after talent in Colombo. His Salon and Spa Capello is one of the best spas in town and offers many special body and hair treatments. One of the special massages performed at Capello is the ‘Traditional Kerala Kalari Massage’ which heals the body and the mind by pressuring the vital points.

Kemara

Spas Anarva – Siddhalepa Ayurveda Hospital

Anarva by Siddhalepa is one of the leading Ayurveda Spas in Sri Lanka. From a head and complete body massage to a herbal steam bath whilst lying on a bed of leaves with vapour filtered through herbs steaming around you, to a pebble walk after a foot massage, is indeed sure bliss! Their Signature Treatments, Verathavaruma (exotic body glow) and Kaayalaguthwaya (Slimming) are amazing techniques which reach the depths of not only your mind and body, but even your soul.

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Kemara Spa which is exclusively for ladies draws on the wisdom and the secrets of the ancients to provide treatments using Oils, Balms, Herbs and Essences that caress the body relax the mind and inspire the senses. Among many soothing treatments, Kemara’s Hot stone massage is considered topnotch! The ancient healing art of stone therapy using various massage techniques and warm stones relaxes the body at its deepest level and is effective in creating harmony and balance.

Spa Ceylon

Spa Ceylon has won a steady and loyal clientele over a very short time owing to their superb skills in therapy and massaging. But Spa Ceylon is best known for their amazing range of Ayurvedic skin care products that help you to take the spa home! Bath Milks, Lotions and oils of Spa Ceylon

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are truly capable of rejuvenating your body and satisfying your senses.

Bliss Salon & Spa

Janaki Kurukulasuriya started her career as a professional hairdresser and beautician 20 years ago. Today, her spa ‘Bliss’ is one of the most popular in Colombo. Service at Bliss Salon & Spa includes Facial Treatments, Body Treatments, Body & Scrubs and

Massages, Hand & Foot Care, etc. A specialty offered by ‘Bliss’ is their much loved SLIMMING MASSAGE, which can be benefited by anyone who is overweight. Forget that tormenting diet and visit Bliss!

Roaming in & out of Colombo Activities and places that will allow you to experience the culture of Colombo and Sri Lanka at it’s truest! Watch the ‘Big Match’ very year between the months of March and April, Colombo’s most prestigious boys’ Schools battle out each other on the cricket field. Schools have legendary rivalries that sometimes date back centuries and return to full swing during the ‘Big Match’ fever.

This massive cricketing extravaganza is fuelled by waving flags and school mascots from countless vehicles, occasional fights between rival schools and of course ‘Trucking’. Trucking is a popular tradition of

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boys’ schools where older boys clad in outrageous outfits, masks, school colours, armed with spray-paint and storm the city and girls’ schools with their school mascots in decorated trucks. Each match is named aptly in relevance to the colours or the names of the arch-rivals; Battle of the Blues, Battle of the Saints, Battle of the Maroons etc. Big Matches are all a part of Sri Lankan school culture and tickets for these blazingly entertaining cricket matches can be purchased through respective schools or at the gate.

Collect some Antiquities

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Colombo and its suburbs have an extraordinary number of fascinating little shops brimming with unusual and precious antiques. Ancient Sri Lankan masks, Porcelain from the DutchCeylon period, Colonial Furniture etc. Colombo and suburbs are a haven for collectors and antique-enthusiasts.

Snack in Marine Drive

Marine Drive in Colombo is a road bordering the golden coastline from Kolpetty to Dehiwela (with intermittent breaks) and is abundant with little fast-food outlets, seafood restaurants and bars. Have a snack and a cool lemonade while you watch the indolent Indian Ocean and the occasional train storming by.

Grab a Tuk Tuk

These crazy little motorised chariots

that zoom around the city of Colombo on three wheels are the most common form of taxis in the island – Tuk Tuk rides can be miniature adventures due to the precarious driving that these taxi-drivers are infamous for; just remember to hang on tight for the love of life. P.S. - There are no seat-belts!

Listen to a Kotthu Roti Musical

Whatever Pizza is to the Americans, Kotthu is all that and more to the Sri Lankans. The classic Sri Lankan nibble consists of sliced-up bits of roti, expertly blended with your choice of chicken, beef, egg, onions, tomatoes and green chillies. The most fun part of the Kotthu? The making of the Kotthu. Don’t miss on the chance to watch an expert Kotthu ‘artist’ beating his Kotthu blades to chop roti and veggies to funky musical tunes.

Golfing at the Royal Colombo Golf Club

The flawless grassy plains of the Royal Colombo Golf Club stands proud, spanning for 96 acres that beams with historic golf memorabilia worth 129 years. Visit this natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oasis amidst the Colombo cityscape and treat yourself to a round of golf!

Spend a day in Mount Lavinia

Just a 20 minute drive from Colombo (if you escape the office hours), you can find great hotels, superb beaches and amazing sea food. Perfect for a day off without wearing yourself out on travelling far.

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Party All Night

Colombo has a vibrant and lively night-life, with innumerable chill-out bars, casinos and night clubs. You can take a peek at roulette or baccarat, or cool clubs where you will probably end up partying till 7.00am.

Eat Prawn-Wadai on the Galle Face Greens

Prawn-Wadai is a favourite Lankan snack which has a full blown, deepfried prawn placed extravagantly on a wadai, and carrying an alluring whiff and a taste to match. The historic Galle face greens is the perfect place to spend an evening to have a leisure stroll, eat some Prawn-Wadai and watch the glorious Sri Lankan sunset.

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Get Arty

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re an art fan, Colomboâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s art scene may fascinate you. Take a stroll along the Green Path situated between the National Art Gallery and the Viharamahadevi Park during the weekends and you will find a street-side Art Gallery where some brilliant talent and mind-blowing art is for sale.

SRI LANKA

the Pettah Market in Colombo

riental markets are colourful, boisterous, chaotic and multifaceted. You never know what treasures you can find, and you never know which pickpocket can find you. Regardless, a walk through any oriental markets is an experience not to be soon forgotten.

North American malls are nothing but enclosed, heated or air-conditioned, multilevel and organized markets copied from open markets. Pettah, Colombo’s major bazaar is crammed with vendors, selling everything, you can think of – and each street has its own specialty. In an area of 24 blocks, thousands of tiny shops sell anything imaginable and some very unimaginable. Any tourist to Colombo should not miss the opportunity to visit Pettah, with a local guide. It’s thrilling experience that gives an instant insight into what makes Sri Lanka tick, yielding more fascinating glimpses of local life in a morning’s walk than does a week’s touring of the country by airconditioned bus. The market is always full, wall-to-wall,

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with shoppers and shops bursting at their seems with produce from Nuraya Eliya (Upcountry as the locals call it), meat, live poultry, imported goods, tea, bales of garments, shoes and cosmetics. Porters push their barrows packed high with boxes from everywhere. Walking through Pettah is rewarding, but hot, and if you decide to buy something, be sure to bargain. If you do not, you will be paying much more than the just price. Pettah is the entrepot of Sri Lanka. Country folk travel to Colombo to purchase kitchenware, expensive computers, textile, jewellery and gems. Fruit sellers shout periodically about their wares and roadside vendors of junk wait patiently for customers. The transition from an estate to a thriving bazaar took place when British civil servants, trained in Madras, arrived and decided to build homes further from the Fort in a district, Cinnamon Gardens. (Sri Lanka is the biggest cinnamon producer of the world. In fact, it was cinnamon that attracted the Portuguese to settle here, followed by the British.)

The entrance to the Pettah market is marked formally by a tall monument in the centre of a roundabout, known as the Khan Clock erected in 1923 to commemorate Grandee Franjee Bhikkajee Khan. One of the buildings in the market, built by the Dutch as the home of the governor is now a museum depicting life in Sri Lanka during two centuries â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 17th to the 19th. However, before you decide to visit the museum, go and examine the fruits on display, at least six species of ripe bananas. Then there are mangosteens, rambutans, mangoes, pineapples, watermelons, imported apples (from China and Australia), citrus from Pakistan, grapes from Iran, raisins from California, and tamarinds. Next to the fruit section, you will find spices, dried herbs and ayurvedic ingredients. There are literally hundreds of spices for

mixing curries (in Sri Lanka every housewife blends her own curry), and herbs to cure every illness imaginable. In fact, Sri Lanka offers tired western executives exclusive resorts furnished with a range of ayruvedic herbs, and one personal doctor for every guest, plus a team of four cooks to prepare prescribed menus after consultations. Pettah is a lively market, loud as all oriental markets are, but thrilling beyond your imagination. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss it, if you ever happen to be in Colombo.

Article contributed by Hrayr Berberoglu, A Professor Emeritus of Hospitality and Tourism Management specializing in Food and Beverage. Books by H. Berberoglu Refer pg 65 for collection of titles by author

Thrifty TravelLing Smart ways to cut down the costs, without cutting down the fun.

nless you’re one of the lucky people who’re blessed with enourmous riches, one of the most important considerations when you’re planning a vacation is the cost. A little bit of smart thinking like booking your trip during the off-season-generally save on airfare, cruise and hotel costs. Here are some great ways to minimize spending without sacrificing any of the fun or sometimes even the luxury.

Mealtimes Know your travel deal with the hotel – find out if breakfast or tea is included in your package. There is no reason to go out and pay for a meal if you’ve already paid for it at the hotel. Get economical yet filling snacks such as fruit or sandwiches from a local grocery or bakery. Have these on hand to munch on any time you get hungry rather than stopping at a restaurant. Find out about the promotions and special deals at the hotel you’re staying at. Lodging If the purpose of your trip is not enjoying your hotel room, there is no reason to go for five stars. Find out whether the place where you’re staying offers discounts for seniors or military, if you qualify as such. Whenever possible, book lodging ahead rather than at arrival; many hotels charge more for walk-in reservations.

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Shopping and Sightseeing Take time in looking around for the best prices on souvenir items, rather than buying the first thing you find. You’ll be surprised at how much souvenir vendors bring down the price if you don’t jump at buying everything! Get off the tourist-hotspots to find local goods at costs that have not been inflated for tourists. Benefit from student discounts offered by many museums, some theatres and other tourist sites if you are still in school and have a international student ID. Most of all, Get your hands on a good travel-guide which provides you with upto-date information on the most economical places to dine, stay and shop in the country or town.

Fancy art and design or to be qualified in the managerial field? Whatever you like to learn, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll tell you the best places to study in Colombo. Marketing, Accounting and Business Management Next School of Business

Next School of Business, the premier CIM institute in Sri Lanka maintained its leadership position with its record student numbers for the last intake. Within a short time span NEXT became the undisputed market leader in CIM education in Sri Lanka with its EXPERT lecture panel and state- of- the- art study facilities. All lecturers at Next are MBA qualified and trained by CIM in UK and hold CEO and Heads of marketing positions in leading multinational and local companies in Sri Lanka and have the ability to impart practical knowledge to students with their own experiences.

ACBT

ACBT works in association with ECU which means all courses are registered on the Australian Government Commonwealth Register of International Courses for Overseas Students (CRI-

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COS). ECU is also registered with RATE (the Register of Australian Tertiary Education) which ensures the national and international recognition of its courses. ACBT offers education in Business management, Associate Degree in Tourism Management and several more subjects. ACBT is one of the few post secondary colleges in Sri Lanka to have BOI approval to offer full international degrees.

Wisdom Business Academy

The primary aim of the WISDOM BUSINESS ACADEMY is to provide solid academic assistance for students to face CIMA examination confidently. WISDOM is exclusively geared for this purpose. Success at the CIMA examination is synonymous with WISDOM because of the numerous credentials under their belt and an award winning lecture panel.

where to study Mercury

Today Mercury stands out as one of the leading Institutes in the Metropolis that provides Quality Professional Education. Initially commencing with CIMA the Institute now provides tuition for ACCA Professional course the CAT course, the Oxford Brookes Degree, and CFA. The Mercury Institute is the only Institute in the Metropolis that provides tuition for all levels of the Professional course of ACCA and CAT course and the CFA Charter.

time in Sri Lanka. Spokesperson for Strategy said the usual market practice is to charge higher when students do one or few subjects and offer a lower fee structure when more subjects are taken. However, with this proposition students can take up one or more subjects at the same price for each.

Business Management School (BMS) BMS is entering its tenth year of success as a UK Education Specialist in Sri Lanka and is successful in delivering high quality, dynamic and business relevant programs in association with top British Universities. BMS offers Bachelors Degree Programs with option of commencing the Degree in Sri Lanka and completing it in the UK or complete the entire programme in Sri Lanka. BMS is the first institution which developed Degree Pathways for British professional qualifications offered in Sri Lanka and local professional qualifications.

The Imperial Institute of Higher Education (IIHE )

Strategy

Strategy a leading institute in Marketing Education, which is an accredited study centre of The Chartered Institute of Marketing, UK informed media that they have taken a bold step in introducing a new payment scheme for CIM students â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Pay per Subjectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for the first

IIHE was incorporated in October 1996, as a private tertiary education Institution. IIHE offers Undergraduate and Postgraduate degrees in association with the world renowned University of Wales in the United Kingdom. The degrees awarded are Business Administration, Business Management and Computing which are validated degrees of the University of Wales (UOW).

Computer science and Software Engineering IIT

While IIT is renowned for great education, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also an amazingly rich mix of cultural offerings & opportunities at IIT. Arts & Culture are at the center of campus life at the institute. IIT produces several events each year which embrace music, drama & culture; IIT Sports Meet, Stage Craft and Christmas Carols. A key to getting and keeping a job is your ability to communicate and work with the other employees and IIT believes that a strong growth in social skills helps their students to standout among other professionals in the industry.

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APIIT

APIIT-Sri Lanka is part of an international collaboration with links to a wide range of reputable universities in the UK and Australia. APIIT-Sri Lankaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s principal purpose is to produce internationally recognized computing and business professionals who will meet the demands of the industry and commerce. To achieve these objectives, APIIT-Sri Lanka provides excellent opportunities for classroom learning, independent and group studies and research.

Singapore Informatics Computer Institute (SICI) Pvt Ltd.

SICI was established in 1994, is one of the most reputable private education providers in Sri Lanka. SICI is a fully owned subsidiary of the Informatics Education Ltd., Singapore, provides lifelong learning opportunities in Information Technology, Engineering and Business Management. Informatics Academy presently has a global network spanning more than 23 countries in the Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa and the Middle East and quality higher education programs awarded by top ranked universities such as University of Portsmouth (UK), University of Oxford Brookes (UK), University of Northumbria (UK), University of Southern Queensland (Aus) etc.

IDM

where to study

The Institute of Data Management popularly known as IDM is a group of companies dedicated to serve the computer and information technology industry. It is the first institution in Sri Lanka to establish a modularized system of education and training for a school leaver to progress up to Honours Degree level standard with foreign professional qualifications. Courses are designed and developed rapidly to meet the changing demand in the industry. IDM has grown rapidly to become recognized through out Sri Lanka for its expertise and experience in the field of computer education and training and has taken further steps to extend its services into several other areas in the computer industry during last several years.

personality

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Linda Speldewinde Meet Linda Speldewinde, the founder and director of the Academy of Design (AOD), The Founder of the Sri Lanka Design Festival and the National Winner of the International Young Fashion Entrepreneur 2009 (IYFE) Award.

lthough Linda is not a designer by practice, her contribution to the field of Design in Sri Lanka is unmatched and recognized internationally. While her brainchild – The AOD educates young designers and produces a generation of cultured designers for our country, her boldest venture yet; the Sri Lanka Design Festival takes local design to the international platform creating enourmous growth opportunities for the island. In appreciation of her immense contribution to Sri Lankan Design, she was awarded the ‘International Young Fashion Entrepreneur’ award in 2009. So how does an internationally acclaimed, award winning Design Entrepreneur enjoy her leisure? We have the answers.

Your choice of place to dine in Colombo? And why? I like the Lagoon at the Cinnamon Grand. Love the food. Like the Seafood Cove at the Mount Lavinia Hotel for its atmosphere and of course, I am great fan of the Mount La-

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vinia Hotel.

What is your Favourite meal of the day? Dinner time as it’s really the only time of the day I get to sit together and have a chat about the day with our kids.

who to meet Where do you like to shop in Sri Lanka? Odel is where I go to most; especially life has become very easy now with one right at the top of my road on Hotel Road. I also tend to buy from designers like Darshi Keertisena etc. What about shopping overseas? Walking along the High Street in London just lets you have a complete perspective change from the choice of Sri Lanka, for me it’s just enough. I can’t say that I am crazy about shopping and it’s a great priority of mine. So, I am not sure my comments can be taken as very valid here. Where do you like to holiday in Sri Lanka? And why? Don’t have one place in specific but I tend to like the inlands of Sri Lanka and to be by a Paddy Field or Jungle more than the beach; maybe because I live in Mt. Lavinia and see the beach daily. I love exploring Sri Lanka and we have been to many parts of the island and done quite a bit of road trips. In the rest of the world? I like Europe as there is so much to explore and you can do many long drives. So much of character and charm. My favourite destination is of course Italy. I love the liveliness and the energy of the people; love the food, the quality of life and most of all...Italians are very interesting people and know that life is there to be lived and don’t live for the work.

What’s your preferred resort in Sri Lanka? Jetwing’s Vil Uyana. I am a fan of the whole concept of Eco Tourism and nature and I think our country has all the natural resources to fully embark on positioning Sri Lanka as a destination in promoting ‘Sustainable Living, Eco Tourism etc’. It’s really a joy to see efforts such as Vil Uyana in Sri Lanka where they embrace being eco friendly. It’s serene yet has luxury blended in to it, making it a perfect holiday option. and if you’re overseas, where do you like to stay? No resort in specific and I don’t particularly like resorts. I tend to prefer staying in smaller places which have far more character than a typical resort. Favourite Book? I cannot specify one book but appreciate most books from many autobiographies to my own subject area. Reading lets you know the thoughts and ideas of brilliant people see things through their eyes and as we all know, your thoughts do influence your actions to a great extent. Favourite way to relax and de-stress? Walk on the beach...Since I live by the beach in Mt. Lavinia, this has been my choice. A daily walk on the beach keeps me stress free...when I do break this routine, I get stressed. I love relaxing with a book in the garden or just staring at the trees, watching the many birds that our garden attracts.

Seeking Opportunity / Challenge & Adventure? Colombo Town.com established in 2003 is today one the leading online advertising companies partnering with over 500 companies island wide. With the growing demand for online medium around the world the company has set its foot in the Maldives & Dubai sector. Colombo town.com & Colombo things to do is seeking the best personnel for the following positions;

Business Development Executives PR Executives Salary + Commission â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Attractive & Negotiable School leavers also encouraged to apply.

Should you meet the above requirements please email your CV stating 2 reasons why you are the right candidate to join our team to sales@colombotown.com or call 2888030 for interviews. Apply before 30th of April

MOVIE OF THE MONTH

Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief Screening at Savoy Cinema-Wellawatta from 3rd March Genre : Action/Adventure Theatrical Release : Feb 12th , 2010 (USA) Director : Chris Columbus Screenwriter : Chris Columbus, Craig Titley Studio : Fox 2000 Pictures Starring : Logan Lerman, Uma Thurman, Pierce Brosnan, Plot : A teenager discovers he’s the de scendant of a Greek god and sets out on an adventure to settle an on-going battle between the gods.

BOOK OF THE MONTH

‘Serendip’

by Peter Kuruvita

The acclaimed Sri Lankan- Austrian Chef Peter Kuruvita who is based in Australia, takes his readers on a flavoursome journey through Sri Lanka with his book Serendip. The book captures the traditional cuisine of Sri Lanka along with its culture of family and ceremony, and the colourful approach to life on this beautiful island nation. Serendip is a treasury that offers a luxuriously large variety of Sri Lankan curries, traditional snacks, breads, sticky sweet treats, and recipes for curry powders, chutneys, sambols and pickles. “Peter is of Sri Lankan heritage and this book delves deliciously into the stories, the spice shops, the fragrant land of his orebears ... If you have ever wanted to know how Sri Lanka tastes, this is for you” - Grazia

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