Sri Lankan Spicy Pickle Recipe ( Sinhala Achcharu ) – By Malsha – eLanka Ingredients: 250g red salt 2 carrots (cut into 2-inch sticks) 15 split chili pods 1 small knotted papaya (cut into 2-inch sticks) ( Swede is a substitute for the papaya 1 cup vinegar 1-2 tablespoons mustard powder Salt 2-inch piece of ginger 1 piece of white salt Turmeric powder Instructions: Prepare the Mustard Mixture: Grind together mustard powder, salt, ginger, white salt, and turmeric until fragrant and well combined. Choose the Right Utensils: Use a clay pot for making pickles and ensure that the spoon used is clean and dry. Preparing the Vinegar Solution: In the clay pot, pour the vinegar and let it sit well. Blanch the Vegetables: In the vinegar, separately blanch the red salt, carrots, chili pods, and papaya sticks for about 30 seconds. Cook the Mustard Mixture: Add the previously ground mustard ...
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A Failing Heart – Dr harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctoharold.com Heart failure occurs when the heart is too weak or stiff to pump blood adequately throughout the body. Promoting good health for Sri Lankans, globally When we’re born, we have a healthy heart that works well. But if we’re born with a heart problem, it can cause issues later in life. Today, we’re talking about how to keep our hearts healthy. One important thing is to stay healthy, as being overweight can put extra pressure on the heart and weaken it over time. Being overweight also increases the risk of heart problems like heart failure. This happens because fatty tissue can build up in the heart and cause it not to work correctly. Further, the heart must pump more force to distribute blood to the extra tissues formed due to obesity. What happens if obesity is left untreated? Carrying extra fat ...
Feb 20, 2024
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Nawam Full Moon Poya Day in Sri Lanka-by Kalani-eLanka Nawam Poya falls on February 23rd this year. In the rich tapestry of Sri Lankan culture and tradition, religious observances hold a profound significance. Among these, Nawam Full Moon Poya Day stands out as a time of deep reflection, spiritual renewal, and communal harmony. Celebrated with reverence and devotion across the island, this sacred day carries a legacy that transcends generations, embodying the essence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. Nawam Full Moon Poya Day commemorates several significant events in Buddhist history, including the appointment of the first missionaries by Lord Buddha to spread his teachings, as well as the Buddha’s visit to Sri Lanka for the second time. These historical milestones underscore the deep-rooted connection between Buddhism and the island nation, shaping its cultural identity and moral ethos. At its core, Nawam Full Moon Poya Day serves as a poignant reminder ...
Ceylon Then / Sri Lanka Now! Source:Ceylon Then / Sri Lanka Now! One of the beautiful memories of our childhood was the arrival of the “Bombai Muttai” seller down the lane,:This is a type of Sri Lankan homemade candy floss. Though it resembles traditional candy floss in terms of colour, the texture is more thready rather than like cotton. It’s a sweet, melt-in-the-mouth candy which can only be bought from the ‘bombai muttai man’, who wonders the streets carrying a metal box full of this floss and ringing a bell. Bombai muttai is usually served either in a paper cone or on a type of cracker. Photo credit to the owners. ...
When gentlemen were at the forefront of cycle racing Source:Sundaytimes In 1951 as part of the heritage of the colonial airmen who started the Royal Ceylon Air Force, the sport of competitive cycling was introduced to Ceylon. Known simply as the “Flying Wheel” the cycling club of the Royal Ceylon Air Force had on its roll such illustrious names as Lennox De Kauwe, Frederick Ryde and Maurice Coomaravel, gentlemen who were at the forefront of the sport of cycling. In the 1960s the latter, Coomaravel, had the distinction of being the three-time champion of the Tour De Lanka, the premier racing cycle race of the time. In 1970s and the 1980s, Leading Aircraftman Chandra Perera and Sergeant G.H. Henderson represented Sri Lanka at the Asian Games. In the 1980s, under the stewardship of the then Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshall Walter Fernando, under the chairmanship of Wing Commander ...
Feb 19, 2024
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Ceylon Society of Australia AGM Source:Sundaytimes Writer K K S Perera will deliver a talk titled ‘After Commo Had Roosted’ – an exploration of the 1962 coup d’état, following the AGM of the Ceylon Society of Australia – Colombo Chapter, on Thursday, February 22 at 5.30 pm at the Sasakawa Hall, Bala Tampoe Lane, Colombo 3 (In front of the Cinnamon Grand). All are welcome. ...
eLanka Newsletter – 18th February 2024 – 5th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter Nissanka, Fernando and Mendis lead Sri Lanka blitz and bowlers complete series clean sweep. T20 series should decide new look Sri Lanka revival. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports Editor) Looking after your gut health – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Obituary: Trevor Rajaratnam – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. Cricket Australia commits to Multicultural Action Plan SQUAD Nepal turns one RAJITHA HIRAN MULTIFACETED RENOWNED, CHARACTER ACTOR,COMEDIAN,VOCALIST,SCRIPT WRITER, SKETCHER,FILM DIRECTOR, POEM LYRICIST IN A FASCINATING UNBLEMISHED VOYAGE – By Sunil Thenabadu Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 197 15 02 2024 SUNDAY CHOICE – WHAT HE’S DONE–MESSAGE FOR LENT – By Charles Schokman Obituary : Doris Vannitamby – By Charles Schokman Sri Lankan Exporters Delegation to Melbourne , Australia 11th to 16th March 2024 ( ...
Feb 19, 2024
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Music maestro-genius Mahesh emulating legendary Dad Patrick Denipitiya – By Sunil Thenabadu Image Source : sundaytimes Mahesh Denipitiya possesses phenomenal musical scenery, director. composer, the flamboyant keyboardist, pianist, bandleader of ‘MaFF’ orchestra, needs absolutely no introduction being the son of the imminent music director composer, legendary Patrick Denipitiya. Obviously, the music he had inherited, runs through in his blood. However. Mahesh initially was more interested in computer hardware to become an engineer in that preferred profession. But like a duck taking to water he was predestined to grow to be a musician. A very well known accomplished now, in fact a household name in music having made enormous contributions to the music industry in our country becoming a maestro as a fabulous keyboardist, composer, pianist and a superior in music arrangements, perhaps even superseding the achievements of Father Patrick Denipitiya. Initially Mahesh had commenced with a guitar as a birthday gift ...
Feb 19, 2024
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Watch T20 Cricket Match Highlights between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan 2nd T20I, February 19, 2024 Sri Lanka: 187/6 Afghanistan: 17/20 ov, T:188) 115 Result: Sri Lanka won by 72 runs Player of the Match: Angelo Mathews – 42* (22) & 2/9 1st T20I (N), Dambulla, February 17, 2024 Sri Lanka: 160 Afghanistan: (20 ov, T:161) 156/9 Result: Sri Lanka won by 4 runs PLAYER OF THE MATCH: Matheesha Pathirana – 4/24 ...
Feb 19, 2024
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Majestic Beauty Unveiled: Exploring the Enchanting Ravana Falls in Sri Lanka – By Bhanuka – eLanka Nestled amidst the lush greenery of Sri Lanka’s hill country, Ravana Falls stands as a breathtaking testament to the island’s natural splendor. This cascading waterfall, named after the legendary King Ravana of the Hindu epic Ramayana, captivates visitors with its majestic beauty and serene surroundings. In this article, we embark on a journey to explore the enchanting Ravana Falls and discover the rich cultural and natural significance it holds. The Tale of Ravana Falls: According to local folklore, Ravana Falls is closely linked to the ancient story of King Ravana, a prominent figure in the Ramayana. Legend has it that King Ravana kidnapped Princess Sita and held her captive in the region around Ella, where the waterfall is located. Ravana Falls is believed to be one of the places where Sita bathed during her ...
Feb 19, 2024
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Tagged Cultural significance of Ravana Falls, Ecotourism in Sri Lanka, Ella Gap viewpoints, Ella tourist attractions, Natural beauty of Ravana Falls, Ramayana legend and Ravana Falls, Ravana Falls, Ravana Falls hiking trail, Ravana Falls Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka travel destinations, Sustainable Tourism in Sri Lanka, Waterfalls in the hill country
