Immerse yourself in the local fishing community. Visit a regional market to purchase the finest local produce. Thereafter learn to cook a full-fledged meal using delicious, authentic East-coast recipes. Sit down to a traditional lunch with a family from the fishing community. Later, enjoy an unforgettable bicycle ride around the enchanting Batticalao lagoon. Visit a Hindu temple to catch a glimpse of the spiritual practices of the locals. End the day by learning the ancestral fishing techniques used to this day, from an expert fisherman from the East-coast.
Explore the titillating culinary delights of Sri Lanka. Grasp the fine art of choosing from a plethora of flavourful spices, and use them in combination to create the mouth-watering aromas and flavours of authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. Learn to prepare a tantalizing array of Sri Lankan curries, salads, sambols, and a local delicacy called ‘Ambul Thiyal’ (Sri Lankan Sour Fish), a signature dish from the Southern coast of Sri Lanka. This interactive masterclass will be conducted by Devi, in his authentic Sri Lankan kitchen. The crowning moment of the day will surely be when you enjoy the scrumptious meal you cooked.
Absorb the heritage of the North of Sri Lanka by witnessing the traditional methods of extracting Sesame oil, and learning the art of traditional pottery. Plunge in to the warmth of a family-run pottery, as they teach and help you to craft your very own piece of earthenware. Thereafter indulge in a delectable meal prepared using the freshly extracted Sesame oil, served on the piece, handmade by you. This journey through the art and culinary heritage of Jaffna is sure to be an experience never to be forgotten.
Experience the magic of the sun-setting over the northern most part of the Island. Absorb the natural beauty that surrounds you, as twilight kisses the lush greenery and abundant Fauna & Flora in these captivatingly fertile lands. Dive in to a truly authentic local experience as you visit farmers eager to share their agricultural techniques, and bask in their warm hospitality. Enjoy farm-fresh snacks made from locally sourced ingredients, each bite a reflection of Jaffna’s diverse culinary heritage, as nature’s beauty slowly fades in to twilight, all the while being cocooned in warm northern hospitality.
Embark on a tour of the famed city of Kandy with a visit to the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, the gardens boasts of an amazing collection of over 300 varieties of Orchids, probably the largest collection in Asia. Visit the British Garrison Cemetery and then proceed to the Suriyakantha Center to discover the magnificent tri-centennial Heritage house, a representative example of “Dutch style architecture”. Walk through an amazing collection of traditional furniture, artwork, ancient books, photographs, and postcards, showcasing the coming together of the East and the West. An authentic Sri Lankan lunch is the perfect conclusion to the experience.
Experience the multicultural melting-pot which is Colombo by diving deep in to the city’s fascinating food culture. Be picked up from your hotel and be taken to the most popular food carts located all over the city, as well as some of the lesser known hidden gems too. Take the opportunity to relish the most deliciously unique treats that are sure to set your taste-buds alight. Wind-up your night at one of the oldest, yet most popular Dessert-bars in Colombo. Have a taste of Colombo, to see what makes the locals tick.
Experience a completely different perspective to the Tea Plantation Industry. Visit the humble abode of a former tea plantation worker and celebrate the food culture of the hill country Tamil community, whilst being immersed in genuine hospitality. Enjoy the crisp, fresh air as the evergreen hills stretch out far into the distance. Prepare to be welcomed with a brilliant smile and a fine tasting cup of tea. A lovingly cooked vegetarian meal prepared with much care and attention to detail awaits you. A joyful reminder of the gracious hospitality of the people of Sri Lanka.
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