Food is an integral part of any travel experience! Eating locally produced food is not only an opportunity for gastronomy, but also a chance to immerse yourself in the culture and history of a destination.
With the special food festivals happening across various cities, providing an opportunity to savor the authentic flavors of the local cuisines from different countries; it's impossible to resist the great food they have to offer!
Check out this 6-day food festival to savor authentic Sri Lankan cuisine! Are you ready for a fantastic gastronomic journey?
A riot of flavors, an amalgamation of influences, and the use of local ingredients; words fall short of describing the food in Sri Lanka. Here are the 10 things every foodie must try while in Sri Lanka!
Savor Sri Lanka: Sri Lankan Food Festival'24, Mumbai
Indulge your senses in a culinary journey to the tropical paradise of Sri Lanka at Fairfield by Marriott Mumbai’s Sri Lankan Food Festival, where the vibrant and aromatic flavors of Sri Lankan cuisine will take the centre stage!
Where: Mado Mado, Fairfield by Marriott, Mumbai
When: 17th June'24 - 22nd June'24 & 23rd June'24 (Sunday brunch)
Time: 07:30 pm – 11:00 pm (dinner buffet)
Book Here: 8657894132
About Sri Lankan Cuisine
Sri Lanka has a very rich and historical food tradition which has been shaped by many historical and cultural factors. It borrows its palette from neighboring countries like India, Bangladesh, and Malaysia.
As it is a tropical island with an abundance of vegetation, Sri Lankan cuisine is known for its use of a vast array of herbs, spices, fish, vegetables, rice, and fruits. The cuisine is highly centered on many varieties of rice, as well as coconut. Seafood also plays a significant role in cuisine.
From The Heart Of Sri Lanka
To further elevate your gastronomic journey, Chef Dilan Almeida and Chef Ruchira Naveen from Courtyard by Marriott, Colombo, craft an exquisite array of Sri Lankan delicacies, straight to your plate!
Embark on this gastronomic adventure - from fragrant rice dishes infused with spices to succulent seafood curries bursting with flavor, where every bite will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of Sri Lanka!
Here are the delicacies included on the menu of the Sri Lankan Food Festival:
Ceylon Flavored Drumstick Soup
Kohila & Umbalakada
Pol Roti Square
Isso Wade
Jaffna Crab Curry
Negombo Chili Garlic Lagoon Prawn
Aluwa
Peni Walalu
The food festival will also feature traditional dance performance throughout the festival by Rivega Dance Studio from Sri Lanka, to provide an unforgettable experience!
Join in to experience this gourmet occasion to savor a wide range of classic Sri Lankan delicacies at Fairfield By Marriott, Mumbai.
Some Tips For Food Travelers:
Talk to locals: People who live in the city you are traveling to, will know the best places to eat. Ask them for their recommendations.
Take up a cooking class: Cooking classes are a fun way to learn how to make the local dishes.
Join a food tour: Food tours take you to different places to try a variety of local foods.
Have you been to any of the food festivals in your city? Let us know in the comments below!
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