Up in Nuwara Eliya
In Sri Lanka they call it ‘Little England’, and as our car climbs the winding roads that lead up to Nuwara Eliya, it is clear why. Hotels bear names like…
Wilpattu Big Game Camps
Our journey kicks off in Colombo, where we’re picked up by Thilak, our driver for the duration of the trip. Thilak has an unwavering smile and boundless energy, drawn from…
A day in Colombo: Eating, drinking, and escape in the capital city
Colombo is a city on the rise. Quite literally. An incredible boom in building projects mean that high-rises and luxury hotels will soon dot the seafront of Sri Lanka’s capital,…
At Rainforest Edge: A zen den perched on the very edge of a rainforest
If you’re planning a visit to the Sinharaja Rainforest (and you should), Rainforest Edge is where it’s at. The clue at this property is really in its name. It really…
PCO’s Elderflower Spritzer
PCO’s famous Elderflower Spritzer is springtime in your mouth. The perfect blend of bubbly and sweet, it leaves the most delicious and fragrant aftertaste in its wake. We asked Vicky…
Rice and curry in Habarana
We depart Wilpattu’s Big Game Camp for Polonnaruwa, where we’re headed to the ancient city. It’s a gorgeous drive all the way, palm-lined and sunny, and in one particularly pretty…
Walking Galle Fort A city best explored on foot, and at leisure
Very little changes in the Southern town of Galle and that is a good thing. In this lovely walled colonial city that feels as European as it does Sri Lankan,…
PCO’s Whiskey Sour
The cocktail equivalent of comfort food, the Whiskey Sour is a pretty perfect drink. One of our top Delhi bars, PCO, is known for its prohibition-style drinks, and for excellently-crafted…
Nicobar Cocktail Club: The Sombrero
Welcome to Nicobar’s Cocktail Club, where we gather round the kitchen island to do what we do best: drink. There’s a wealth of beautifully crafted cocktails out there, and we’re…