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Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 220 25 07 2024   The kitchen is on fire with MasterChef Australia semi-finalist Sav Perera today, as we race to get rid of invasive alien species and do the most to save the turtles! Plus – flowers in the desert, deep-sea discoveries, royal goats and much more on the show!   Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! ...

Jul 25, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Savithri Rodrigo Tagged , , ,
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Sri Lankan flavours shine once again on MasterChef Source : newswire Darrsh Clarke from Perth has embraced his Sri Lankan heritage by displaying a Sri Lankan Tamil home meal at Australia’s cooking competition, ‘MasterChef Australia’. Since his participation in the competition, for the first time, Darrsh showcased his Sri Lankan heritage by presenting a Brinjal/eggplant curry with Basmati Rice and yoghurt raita.  Upon inquiry by the judges as to why he had never before presented Sri Lankan food, Darssh revealed that growing up he had rejected his Sri Lankan heritage to fit in.  Encouraging him, Judge Poh Ling Yeow shared that MasterChef Australia is an amazing gift that helps many reclaim their heritage, which she had personally experienced.  According to Australian media, Darrsh’s cooking style is heavily influenced by his late father, a chef at an Indian restaurant, and his Sri Lankan grandmother, who introduced him to his love of baking.   ...

May 8, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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Celebrity Chef Gary Mehigan Explores Sri Lanka’s Cuisine, Culture and Scenery through Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts! Colombo, 20th December 2023: Gary Mehigan, the distinguished British-Australian celebrity chef and former original judge of MasterChef Australia, embarked on a profound weeklong exploration through the enchanting landscapes of Sri Lanka. This immersive journey followed a remarkable 3-day culinary experience hosted in collaboration with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts. Immersing himself in the essence of Sri Lankan cuisine, culture, and history, Gary traversed the island, reveling in warm hospitality at every turn while staying at several of Cinnamon’s resorts. Before bidding farewell and jetting off to his next endeavor, he took a moment to reflect on his transformative week, offering insights into the heart of his experience beyond the city limits. Culinary Roots and Exploration towards Asian cuisine During his interview, Gary traced his culinary journey that initially took root in classic French cuisine and ...

Dec 21, 2023 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , ,
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Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts to host Culinary Extraordinaire & Celebrity Chef Gary Mehigan in Sri Lanka! Colombo, Sri Lanka, 31st October 2023 – Brace yourselves, Sri Lanka! Gary Mehigan, the renowned British-Australian Michelin Star celebrity chef and much-famed former original judge of MasterChef Australia, is gracing the shores of Sri Lanka for a special 3-day culinary extravaganza courtesy of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts. From November 30 to December 2, 2023, food enthusiasts and connoisseurs will have the opportunity to savour the magic of his creations at Cinnamon Grand Colombo. Gary Mehigan, the last of the trio of judges from MasterChef Australia, is set to take locals on a gastronomic journey like no other. During his visit, guests will have the exclusive opportunity to experience two (02) personally curated full-course dinners by Gary himself, followed by a specially curated Brunch and High Tea evening on the third day. Cinnamon Hotels & ...

Oct 31, 2023 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , ,
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