Sri Lankan Food & Healthy food recipes Peckish Me

Christmas at the Ritz

Jayani SenanayakeOctober 16, 2024

Am I crazy for feeling the seasonal vibes already? I know it's still October, but hey, I'm already in the vibes. On that note, let me take you to my last Christmas. One of the most magical, memorable Christmases I've had. And we happened to spen... Read More...

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Sri Sharavi Beach Villas

Jayani SenanayakeJune 30, 2024

If you ask me, the Green season is my absolute favorite season to be in the south by the sea. And the few days we spent at Sri Sharavi Beach Villas, one of the most outstanding Mirissa hotels I've been to, have been nothing short of magical. The ... Read More...

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Cruising the Open Seas with Sail Lanka

Jayani SenanayakeJanuary 4, 2024

Our cruise with Sail Lanka on the Ocean Diamond started on a beautiful sunny afternoon from Mirissa. Once onboard, all I wanted to do was prance around the deck where the sun seemed to hit so perfecty in that beautifully honeyed afternoon glow. The ... Read More...

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Braised cabbage & sausage skillet

Jayani SenanayakeOctober 29, 2023

The sweetness from the apples and the piquant caraway seeds complement the fragrant spicing of Nuremberg sausages so well. Paired with a glass of cold beer, and maybe some potato wedges and beer battered onion rings, well that’s my Oktoberfest right... Read More...

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Beer-braised Weiswurst Sausages

Jayani SenanayakeOctober 22, 2023

I served these up with a creamy garlic mash which was the perfect accompaniment for the braise. The kick from the beer combined with tomatoes and caramelized onions creates the perfect flavor palette for the gamey Weisswurst to shine. It was absolut... Read More...

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The Fort Printers

Jayani SenanayakeAugust 20, 2023

You've probably come across this unique building in the Galle Fort and wondered what it would be to see the inside of it. Well, I had the distinct pleasure. And I'm here to tell you all about it! A little bit of history Originally an 18th ... Read More...

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Thai style crispy fish

Jayani SenanayakeFebruary 12, 2023

You probably know by now how reluctant I am to eat fish. Whenever I try fish it has to be deep fried to get rid of all that fishy smell and taste and I am, in fact very aware of how unhealthy this is. So this is where an air fryer actually comes in ... Read More...

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Club Ceylon, Negombo – Doing it right!

Jayani SenanayakeApril 30, 2022

Club Ceylon opened its doors in Negombo recently and while we missed the opening due to a prior commitment, we were invited to a quiet dinner later. I do not rave and that is a statement. But @clubceylon housed in a beautifully restored colonial man... Read More...

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Living Heritage Koslanda – Our experience

Jayani SenanayakeDecember 13, 2021

An intriguing short hike from your modern day comforts and generous hospitality, you arrive at this scene of startling beauty. A cascading waterfall, not a mere trickling, but a majestic, roaring one, cascading in all its glory to a blue-tinged pond... Read More...

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On-the-go Smoothie!

Jayani SenanayakeApril 8, 2021

For all the smoothie fiends who like to blend it all together and down it when in a rush, this one’s for you! A super versatile smoothie that works wonders for me every single time. I usually switch this up with mango, papaya, bananas or whatever... Read More...

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Hummus at home

Jayani SenanayakeApril 2, 2021

How many of you buy readymade hummus from the store? Do you know what goes in it – which preservatives, flavors, colors etc that can be harmful to your health? How can you be sure? The truth is, you can never be sure. How hygienically it has been... Read More...

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Breakfast Puffles!

Jayani SenanayakeMarch 29, 2021

If you thought that you need an oven to make pastries, I’m going to change your mind. All I need is this Moulinex 3-in-1 sandwich maker to make all your pastry dreams come true. I’m going to be using the grill plate to cook my bacon and the waffle p... Read More...

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The Theva Residency – Cocooned amidst the hills

Jayani SenanayakeJuly 31, 2020

This place caught me by the heartstrings. What struck me the most about this Kandy hotel, The Theva Residency is how exclusively private it is. Tucked away amidst the peaceful slopes of Hanthana mountain range, this is the ideal hideout if you’re... Read More...

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Mackerel and Egg Pastries

Jayani SenanayakeJune 3, 2020

I’m not a fish eater. As silly as it sounds, I hate the fishy in the fish. But strangely though, I seem to just adore these mackerel and egg parcels. Flaky, buttery crust enveloping the strong flavored mackerel and the custardy yolk of half an e... Read More...

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