Mains
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If you wish to experience insanely tasty chilli crabs, you have come to the right place. This crab dish that I made a few weeks ago was inspired by the iconic Singapore Chilli Crab dish. The flavours of this dish truly come together like magic. It is surprisingly easy to make at home and you…
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Growing up in Sri Lanka where there is an ample supply of fresh seafood all year round, I have had so many varieties of seafood in many different ways. This prawn curry I made was inspired by my sister’s recipe which is rich in flavour that you are longing for a second and third serving…
Munchies
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Stuffed bread in Sri Lanka is legendary and these fish buns are the most famous and the favourite of all. These triangular beauties are perfect for on-the-go breakfast, quick lunches, snacks or picnic food. You will love the savoury fish filling nestled inside these soft buns and perfect when served along with a cuppa and…
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This food has travelled far and wide and now it is a popular snack in most part of the world. Did you know that samosas are not originally from India? Yes, you read it right. Only lately I read that these crispy parcels had started their journey from Central Asia to all the way to South…
Plant Based
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Dhal or lentils (aka parippu) is a staple in Sri Lankan cuisine. It’s such a simple dish that you can make in less than 20 minutes but packed with flavour. This is a cult-favourite that you can find any corner on the island. Every household got their own recipe of making this dhal curry and…
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When I talk about mangos, it brings back so many childhood memories. There was a ‘Rata- amba’ (mango) tree in our home garden in Sri Lanka and I am not raving when I say this, that humongous tree gave the most delicious mangos ever! It is in our culture to share food, not just with…
Smoothie Bowls
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Anyone else is dreaming of this bowl of goodness with some Bali vibes right now? Alright, guys, I am missing travelling around the world as much everyone else so why should not I try some food that can take me around the world just right from my own home! I know that smoothie bowls may…
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This smoothie has only 5 ingredients and takes only 5 minutes to whip up this beauty. Perfect for a snack or midday meal or even for breakfast, sip it through a straw or have it with a spoon – either way, it is great. It is thick, creamy, ice-cold and very satisfying! So it’s perfect…
Sweet Things
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Delicious and indulgent, this Marie biscuit chocolate pudding is surely one of my go-to desserts that you can whip up in half an hour but of course, you need to chill it in the fridge for a good few hours before digging in. Growing up in Sri Lanka, my sisters and I were so obsessed…
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December is a month full of birthdays, parties, family gathering and Christmas for me. Not complaining! And this time I wanted to gift my friends something homemade for Christmas and that’ why I made the Christmas Chocolate Bark Trio but then I got this very special friend that I wanted to post something for Christmas…