Jaffna Food Festival At The Courtyard
View(s):Courtyard by Marriott Colombo officially launched its much-anticipated Jaffna Food Festival in collaboration with renowned culinary storyteller Thushara Innasithamby, with a lively press preview held last week.
The Jaffna Food Festival opens to the public on Friday, 30 May and runs through Sunday, 8 June 2025, at Beira Kitchen, Courtyard by Marriott Colombo. Held nightly from 6.30 PM to 10.30 pm, this celebration of Northern Sri Lankan cuisine features live cooking stations and beloved regional dishes, served just as they should be—generously, joyfully, and with heart.
Thushara Innasithamby, known for her deeply personal and nostalgic approach to cooking, shared the inspiration behind the festival. What began as humble meals prepared at home—often in the midst of caring for a loved one—has blossomed into a heartfelt culinary journey that connects people through food.
From fire-crackling mutton curries to lovingly spiced seafood, smoky sambols to creamy desserts, the festival’s dishes celebrate traditional methods passed down through generations—often kept secret, even within families. The menu features over 60 unique dishes, rotating through the course of the festival to showcase the full spectrum of Jaffna’s culinary richness.
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