If there is a sambol quintessential to the Sri Lankan table, it is gotukola sambol. It is recognised by the fresh green colour and the light aromatic aroma. I had not had gorukala, or pennywort, before this trip; I had seen recipes with it and so was curious. Early in the trip, I had a chance not just to taste this dish, but also to make it. We had gone to a home to prepare dishes for the Katina poojava ceremony, the most important of Buddhist ceremonies. We were invited to p

I like to step beyond the ordinary when it comes to salads. I particularly love the burst of fruit in a salad. This is a lovely, simple...

Tapas, also called pinxtos, is my idea of fun food, but with a very serious tone. The chef has just a small bite to present perfection....