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Maharaja Palace Opens it Doors with Glamour and Royalty

Maharaja Palace opened its doors with true Indian royalty, style and glamour offering authentic North Indian cuisine for those with impeccable taste. 

Situated on Rajakeeya Mawatha, Colombo 7, Maharaja Palace provides a truly royal experience.The gala three day opening of Maharaja Palace,which was held on July 10, 11 and 12 was exuberantly rich and gave an insight as to what this unique restaurant has to offer.  The brilliant white mansion stood amazingly against the night sky while the colours of the lights created a soothing atmosphere. Two regally decorated white horses gave an impression of a Maharaja's Palace and the brightly lit flame torches enhanced the ambience. 

As the magnificent mahogany doors opened, the fragrance of the flowers promised a magical evening. Beautifully attired girls greeted the guests while presenting shawls to the gentlemen and giving bindhis to the ladies. The warm sounds of the bangara drummers as the guests entered gave a red carpet welcome to each and every guest in true Maharaja Palace style. The distinguished invitees that were dressed glamorously colourful were Maharajas and Maharanis themselves and represented the creme of society.  

The golden chandeliers with the light reflecting on the pristine white walls created a unique ambience that was enhanced by the conscientiously selected traditional Indian furniture. The murals reflecting Moghul art created the distinct impression of walking into a Maharaja’s Palace. The main dining room downstairs has a capacity for 75 guests, while there are five private dining rooms upstairs. Each private room has it own theme where colours vary from gold, burgundy, orange, green to blue creating an elegant but comfortable space. Four of the private dining rooms can accommodate seven to eight guests while the fifth, which is the largest private dining room can accommodate up to 16 persons. This larger room can also be separated into two compartments according to the requirement. The lounge upstairs provides a space for those who wishes to relax while they wait for their tables. While the authentic North Indian cuisine takes prime place, Maharaja Palace also has a bar overlooking a water feature, where various types of beverages are available to the guests.

The rich aromas of the cuisine floated in the air, the show kitchen comes under the experienced direction of Executive Chef M. Abubakar who has been with the renowned Intercontinental chain for over 20 years. The food prepared at the Maharaja Palace are all by trained Indian chefs thereby ensuring an authentic Indian experience. Nothing is left to be desired with the vast array of delectable North Indian dishes that reflect the Moghul tradition. Prepared using ingredients especially brought down from India, the menu consists of rich, creamy and spicy dishes. Starters were served with drinks while the main buffet consisted of fragrant biryani, succulent chicken tikka masala, mutton, fish, vegetarian dishes, salads appetizers and sweets. This was an gastronomical adventure for the diners. The food at Maharaja Palace is prepared using products from Halal certified suppliers. Furthermore, the food has no MSG added and does not contain any artificial flavouring. During dinner elegantly attired girls presented bangles to the ladies. The beautiful dancers and soothing oriental music heightened the experience, while mehendi artistes created intricate designs thereby contributing to the overall evening. 

Maharaja Palace is open daily from 11.30am to 2.30pm - Lunch and 6.30pm to 11.30pm - dinner. For reservations contact 488 6000.

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Hariharan Live in Concert - Sri Lanka

HARIHARAN LIVE IN CONCERT SRI LANKA

THE SOUL INDIA TOUR 2012

Saturday, 07th of July 2012 at "Bloom Fields"Grounds at 7:00 P.M.

We are pleased to announce the HARIHARAN LIVE IN CONCERT SRI LANKA and this would be the first ever concert of this kind happening in Colombo, since the peace in united Sri Lanka; an indisputable blend of Indian fusion music to chart topped International English music panorama.

A music whiz by his own way has honored with the ‘Padma Shri’ by the Government of India has won tons of other national & international awards and recently won 2 times at the National Award & Film Fare Award for the best singer. This maestro of Fusion Music, Ghazal & International English Music has earned a legendary spot by forming the band Colonial Cousins; the first ever Indian act to be featured on MTV Unplugged and It won a string of awards including the International MTV Viewers' Choice Award andInternational Billboard Award for the Best Asian Music Group and he sings from more than 8 languages; English, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Bhojpuri & Telugu and His melodies & scored music are strongly appreciated by the film fraternity from Bollywood to Kollywood, had sung more than 3000 songs & legacy still continues

This Renowned international star will perform together on stage with his 20 member crew for the fist time in Sri Lanka and The concert would be kicked off in Colombo 07th of July at "Bloom Fields" Grounds at 7:00 P.M. and This would be an ultimate entertainment night for every Indian & International English music lover.

Crack a Crab from July 9-15 at Mt. Lavinia Hotel

Seafood Cove by the coast of Mount Lavinia surfaces Crack a Crab

“The Lavinia Dressed Crab, a signature dish, was spicy, moist, steeped in its sinful flavours, pulsating with the finest flavours the destination has to offers,” states a guest at last year’s promotion

A fabulous selection of fine seafood freshly caught and prepared to your desire and a wine guide to find the perfect wine to complement your meal.  

Anura Dewapura states, “Since the Crack a Crab promotion has always been a magnificent hit every year it is that time of the year for us to get down to cracking.”

The Seafood Cove steaming with Steam Pots of ocean food with Crabs and prawns, shellfish to whet your appetite made sizzling fresh by experts surrounded by the ambience of a subtle fishing zone, is an experience one should not keep for later.

Dine in an idyllic ambience overlooking the Indian Ocean in relaxed, unpretentious surroundings, savour the finest flavours... Discover the hidden cove with treasures of the sea, of the West Coast, stated by a leisure magazine. The rustic environment, the backdrop of fishermen’s nets and lanterns amidst laid out planks for tables, the rush of the ocean and the cool sea breeze create a soft harmony in ocean magic.The  crack a crab of an all you can eat crab promotion which is only from the 9^th to 15^th of July 2012.

Scrumptious blue lagoon Crab Cakes, the ‘Raging Crab’ a complete tempest to tease your taste buds, The Lavinia Dressed Crab by Chef Publis: the signature dish at MLH, Crab and Cilantro, Sampler Combo a total indulgence. Seafood and MLH has always been an all time favourite in the island home and the Chefs at Mount Lavinia Hotel with great expertise innovate and preserve the succulence to turn out special dishes and traditional delicacies !!

Mount Lavinia Hotel, the only renowned dream hotel in Sri Lanka offers a table of events with special promotions, strictly keeping to themes and concepts to make a simple occasion, a day of significance. General Manager of the hotel, Mr Anura Dewapura states, “You sure will have your claws on a scrumptious feast to your hearts content.”  

New Ape Kema Dinner time menu by Chef Pubilis and

New Ape Kema Dinner time menu by Chef Pubilis and 

Oriental music by Manoj Pieris

The sunset, unusually extensive beach frontage and the Colombo skyline are a photographer’s  delight at the Mount Lavinia Hotel and adjudged as “One of the Worlds’ Best Gathering Places” by Newsweek and to top it all off connoisseurs of gracious living come for the heart-stoppingly beautiful panorama of the Indian Ocean. But equally potent is the tantalizing delicacies all cooked up by world class chefs that make your visit to the hotel nothing short of picture perfect.

To be in par with this picturesque experience, The Mount Lavinia Hotel has launched a new dinner-time experience every Sunday night for LKR2475 with over 15 authentic Sri Lankan dishes that surfaces the synonyms of Sri Lanka in taste.

WE Dining or in actual sense Ape Kema with Chef Pubilis exalts culture and the vibe of dazzling Sri Lanka in mouthwatering tastes. Diners will taste delicacies from the culinary legend himself: Chef Pubilis. And his signature dish of Lavinia Dressed Crab is a dish that should not be missed.

The menu is inspired by the local ingredients of Sri Lanka and served degustation style complimented with live oriental music by Manoj Pieris- A significant name in the oriental music arena of Sri Lanka.

“I think the fact that the dining experience is accompanied by two individuals who are popular in their disciplines and also shows Sri Lanka’s culture in one night is indeed an experience that should not be missed,” states Mr Anura Dewapura, General Manager MLH.

VW Beetle Owners' Club and MLH join hands in celebration

World Volkswagen Day 2012

In all probability it may be the only automobile brand that has been given the worldly "honors".

This June 22 has been established for the "World Volkswagen Day". Most Volkswagen loyalists from around the globe celebrate this event on a Sunday closer to the date and even in Sri Lanka, "World Volkswagen Day" will be celebrated on June 24 organized by the Volkswagen Beetle Owners' Club in partnership with the Mount Lavinia Hotel.By having a day allocated for the dominative Volkswagen that changed the ideologies of motoring to the masses from all over the world.

The Club, in its agenda of the event, will honor personalities who have actively contributed towards the fame of the Volkswagen and will invite them to deliver a speech giving his or her experiences of traveling many miles and years in a beloved "VW".

This year, the Club will "spotlight" on two great personalities who brought fame to the VW Beetle, one in the race circuit being Upali Kapilasena who for many years thrilled the speed fans in his delightful Bug.

The other is a personality from the "fairer" gender who was somewhat an ardent supporter of "women liberation" right from her days at University who carries on her social activities to date. Mrs Kamini Vitharana was a pioneer Lady VW driver from the early fifties who would also be given the "podium" to speak a few words of the delights of the Bug.

This is a very nostalgic event to the VW Family as it brings out fond memories that many owners have shared in their little Bug and to most from their childhood. VW owners of all ages come together to make this event "warm and friendly" in true form of the "Peoples Car".

The Parade is schedule to start off from the Independence Square and head towards the Mount Lavinia Hotel, where the "Grand-Finale" would take place. The Club has also extended an invitation to all models of Volkswagens, regardless of their ages and where their engines are situated, to join in this event under the famous "VW" emblem.


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