Preserving a cherished legacy while embracing a new era of nature, adventure and hospitality The iconic Kithulgala Rest House, a much-loved landmark in Sri Lanka’s hospitality history, has been reimagined as EKHO Kithulgala, becoming the seventh property under the growing EKHO Hotels & Resorts portfolio. The transformation marks a new chapter for this historic riverside […]
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Otherland Hotels makes its debut in Galle
The 66-key property combines design-led accommodation with destination dining, music and locally curated experiences. Otherland Hotels has opened its first property, Otherland Galle, introducing a lifestyle hospitality concept that brings together design-led accommodation, destination dining, music and locally curated experiences on Sri Lanka’s southern coast. Officially opened on 12 October 2026, the 66-key property is […]
From Food Truck to Homegrown Success: Street Burger Celebrates 10 Years
What began as a food truck on Marine Drive has grown into one of Colombo’s recognised homegrown casual-dining brands and a story of Sri Lankan entrepreneurship and drive. This October, Street Burger celebrates its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of entrepreneurship, evolution and a distinctly Sri Lankan take on the gourmet burger. Street Burger was […]
EKHO Belihuloya opens as the brand’s sixth hotel, strengthening its adventure portfolio
EKHO Hotels & Resorts has expanded its growing portfolio with the opening of EKHO Belihuloya, a 16-room hotel set amidst the cool, scenic landscapes of Sri Lanka’s central highlands. The opening marks the sixth hotel to operate under the EKHO brand and introduces a renewed hospitality experience to one of the island’s emerging nature and […]
ITC Ratnadipa Welcomes Chef Prakhar Srivastava to Lead the Next Chapter of Avartana in Colombo
ITC Ratnadipa, Colombo welcomes Chef Prakhar Srivastava as Sous Chef to Avartana, marking a new chapter in the culinary journey of the restaurant as it continues its distinctive interpretation of progressive South Indian cuisine to Colombo. Chef Prakhar’s association with Avartana began in 2024 at Avartana, ITC Maratha, Mumbai, where he joined as Junior Sous […]
Belihuloya Rest House reopens as EKHO Belihuloya
The much-loved Belihuloya Rest House has reopened as EKHO Belihuloya, marking a new chapter for one of Sri Lanka’s familiar roadside landmarks while preserving the character and nostalgia that have defined it for generations. Set amidst the cool, green landscapes of Belihuloya and beside the flowing waterway that has long been part of its identity, […]
Hilton Colombo Celebrates 39 Years at the Heart of Sri Lankan Hospitality
Sri Lanka’s flagship Hilton property reflects on nearly four decades of iconic occasions, culinary experiences and warm hospitality in the heart of Colombo. Hilton Colombo celebrates its 39th anniversary this September, celebrating nearly four decades as one of Sri Lanka’s pioneering international hotels and the flagship Hilton property in the country. Since opening in 1987, […]
Bold, homegrown flavours to satisfy street food cravings: Adikted arrives onto Colombo’s food scene
It began in 2024 with an outsized idea for bold street food that did not compromise on flavour or price. Today, after years of hard work, revision and perfection, this audacious idea has grown and is ready to take on Colombo’s street food dining scene – Adikted has now opened the doors to its flagship […]
Domino’s Sri Lanka Marks 15 Years with Longest Pizza in Sri Lanka
Domino’s, the world’s largest pizza brand, marked its 15th anniversary in Sri Lanka by creating the longest pizza ever made in the country, bringing together employees and partners to celebrate the milestone. Since entering the Sri Lankan market in 2011, Domino’s has served more than two million customers and their families, becoming part of celebrations, […]
Tamarind brings global flavours to Colombo
New multi-cuisine restaurant combines diverse flavours, contemporary interiors and versatile dining spaces Colombo’s dining scene has welcomed a new addition with the opening of Tamarind Multi Cuisine Restaurant at 09 Kinross Avenue, Colombo 04. Spread across more than 6,000 square feet, the two-storey restaurant brings Indian, Chinese, Sri Lankan and popular Western favourites together under […]