After Minnette…
Minnette de Silva is a hard act to follow by anyone’s standard. She was a pioneer on so many fronts – as a female, as an Asian and as an architect but also as that then unknown creature of “female Asian architect” (Minnette had a strong affinity with India after her time there and therefore [...]
Letters to the Editor
Didn’t his life matter? Shameful silence over death of Borella OIC He was on his way to work at 4.30 a.m., a time when only those in his strata of society (the proletariat) are awake, getting ready to do the same. At the other end of the spectrum, the bourgeoisie are privileged to be still [...]
Appreciations
Remembering a great entrepreneur and philanthropist a century later V. Jacob de Mel, the patriarch of a well-known family that dominated the business and agricultural landscape of Ceylon during colonial times died on April 1, 1919. His 100th death anniversary falls this year. Jacob was the fifth son of Francisco De Mel and Telge Leonora [...]
Two friends on an artistic journey
Just like art with rock mountains and plum blossoms capture the Chinese soul, Jimmy Engineer’s strokes with even more character lay bare the rural spirit of India and his homeland Pakistan. With an incredibly subtle eye for detail and a deep love for the land, he recreates nature: with cattle, Banyan trees and cowherds, or [...]
Gratiaen Prize shortlist to be announced on April 8
The Gratiaen Trust will announce the shortlist for the Gratiaen Prize 2018 on Monday April 8, at 6 p.m. at the British Council Library, Colombo. All are invited to attend this event at which a discussion with the longlisted authors moderated by Ruhanie Perera will also take place. The authors on the longlist are: Seneka [...]
Cabana comfort while enjoying an adventure in the East coast
With beautiful sandy shores and waves that are a surfer’s paradise, the East coast has seen a rapid rise in tourism over the past few years that extends well past the surfing season. A six-hour journey past picturesque countryside with thriving paddy fields took us to Pottuvil Point and our destination- Jetwing Surf, the newest [...]
From the highlands of Scotland to Hatton, The Argyle
Hatton, for the most part is quiet. The region famed for its tea plantations and scenic views is now home to a luxury hotel. Located just five minutes from town, on the Nuwara Eliya road is The Argyle. Set in 3.1 acres of sprawling tea country, The Argyle is large, spacious and has a Scottish [...]
Come share our magic, say Amelie and Thommy
Get ready for the magic as Cinnamon Life brings the much-awaited award-winning mentalist duo, the Clairvoyants to Colombo this week. The Austrian duo Amélie van Tass and Thommy Ten will unveil a brand-new full-length show for the first time on Thursday, April 4 at Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre. Sri Lanka is one of the [...]
Pakistan’s 79th National Day
The 79th National Day of Pakistan was celebrated with a colourful reception at the Galadari Ballroom on March 25.
Bangladesh’s happy 48th b’day!
Celebrating his country’s 48th anniversary of Independence and National Day, Bangladesh’s High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah hosted a reception at Cinnamon Lakeside on March 26.
Going country at Barnhouse
Barnhouse: Country music and ambience on offer and below guests enjoy an evening of entertainment. Pix by Ishanka Sunimal Nestled on a four-acre rubber plantation, The Barnhouse Studio in Panadura is a boutique hotel concept based on the idea of an old English Barnhouse. The Barnhouse recently hosted an evening of country-style entertainment and [...]