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GOURMET GALLE 2024: CULINARY EXTRAVAGANZA RESUMES IN GALLE! Gourmet Galle, the culinary festival that has been tantalizing taste buds since its inception, has revealed its exciting line-up of international chefs coming to Galle until the end of March. This year promises an exquisite array of culinary gurus each weekend featuring two exclusive events—an immersive masterclass and a delectable dinner, set against the picturesque backdrop of Galle. Prepare your palates for an extraordinary journey as renowned chefs from around the world make their mark in Galle. Hailing from culinary capitals such as Japan, London, New York, Sydney, and Singapore, these maestros are set to enchant with their gastronomic creations. Mark Hix    – 16th February: Dinner at Braganza House – 6:30 pm    – 18th February: Masterclass at Galle Fort Hotel – 11:30 am Rishi Naleendra    – 24th February: Dinner at Kurulu Bay – 6:30 pm    – 25th February: ...

Feb 15, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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Savouring tales of Sri Lanka through her food Here for the GLF and Gourmet Galle, Cynthia Shanmugalingam, author of the much acclaimed cookbook Rambutan talks to Adilah Ismail Celebrating family, food and her heritage: Cynthia Shanmugalingam. Pic by M.A. Pushpa Kumara Source:Sundaytimes Image Source:Sundaytimes Cynthia Shanmugalingam realized the massive role food played in her life and in her family’s trajectory in and out of Sri Lanka when she came to Sri Lanka on a visit just after her grandmother died. They would go to the fish market every day to choose the freshest of fish and cooked vegetables plucked from the garden. As she watched her mother cook and navigate an open fire kitchen with dexterity, Cynthia realized that this style of cooking was not represented in London, where she lived, and she began feeling that she had a unique take on Sri Lankan cuisine that she wanted to share. ...

Jan 30, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Gourmet Galle: A Culinary Extravaganza on the South Coast of Sri Lanka! Galle, Sri Lanka – 10th January 2024: Gourmet Galle, the partner festival to the esteemed Galle Literary Festival, is set to launch an exceptional 12-week culinary celebration on the picturesque shores of the south of Sri Lanka. Conceived by Geoffrey Dobbs, the festival director, and founder, Gourmet Galle aims to bring people out of the wintry cold and dark countries, offering an extended food festival experience amidst the tropical coastal landscape. Held every weekend from January 12th to March 31st, Gourmet Galle promises to be a gastronomic delight, featuring 12 internationally renowned chefs. This impressive lineup of chef’s hail from some of the key culinary destinations such as London, New York, Sidney and Singapore. The gourmet gurus Darina Allen, O Tama Carey, Karan Gokani, Mark Hix, Peter Kuruwita, Jeremy Lee, James Lowe, Hari Nayak, Nisha ...

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