Toast 15 fresh curry leaves, 18 whole cloves, 5 cardamom pods, one 4"-long Ceylon cinnamon stick, broken into small pieces, 2 Tbsp. black peppercorns, 1 Tbsp. coriander seeds, 1 tsp. cumin seeds ...

Since moving to Sri Lanka, I have been on the lookout for it and should a black pork curry cross my path, either at a buffet, side café or on a menu, I surely make its acquaintance. Each time, however ...

Sri Lankan curry powders use coriander, cumin, fennel, black pepper, turmeric, and curry leaves. I like to make my own — there is truly no comparison to freshly ground and toasted spices.

In My Kitchen; A Weeknight-Friendly Curry That Brings Sri Lanka to Your Table In her new cookbook, chef Cynthia Shanmugalingam explores the rich flavors and food traditions of Sri Lanka—and the ...

While Sri Lanka is well known for its diversity ranging from history, wildlife, nature, rainforests to beaches, one of the most underrated experiences on offer is the Sri Lankan cuisine which is ...

A local food expert shares the best meals in Sri Lanka, coconut curries, fresh seafood, fried shorties, street food like kotthu, local tea, and more in Colombo, the highlands, and beaches.

Insider tips on where to eat, sleep and shop in the Sri Lankan city of Colombo. ... Left: the black pork curry at Gallery Café, housed in the architect Geoffrey Bawa’s old office.