Sensory Symphony by Shangri-La
View(s):- ‘Rooted in Nature’ dining Experience
Shangri-La Colombo, in collaboration with Spa Ceylon and Mastercard, unveiled an exclusive multi-sensory dining experience in celebration of Wellness Month. Designed as an intimate, invitation-only affair, the evening redefined fine dining by weaving together sight, scent, sound, and flavour in a seamless narrative. At its core was Shangri-La’s globally recognised ‘Rooted in Nature’ culinary philosophy: an ethos that honours sustainability, locality, and a deep connection to the natural world.
At the heart of this extraordinary event was a luminous LED dining table—its surface a living canvas of ocean tides and forest glades, synchronised with the newly launched Spa Ceylon SeaVeda and ForestVeda ranges. As the visual landscapes unfolded, diners were gently guided through complementary aromatic rituals by Spa Ceylon Co-Founder and Group Director, Shalin Balasuriya, who invited them to inhale the calming scent profiles of each range.
Each course of the menu was thoughtfully designed to echo these themes. Under the stewardship of Shangri-La Colombo Executive Chef Patrick Buttgereit, the menu celebrated ethical sourcing, seasonal ingredients, and Sri Lankan provenance.
Main courses offered a choice between Roasted Chicken Breast and Braised Beef Ribs, each artfully composed to reflect the ForestVeda theme. Both were served with Granny Smith apple salad, truffle polenta, and an organic vegetable garden—visually echoing the forest terrain projected onto the table and continuing the narrative through texture and tone.
The final course—The Rock—was presented under the immersive glow of the ForestVeda-inspired visuals. A delicate dessert rendition of Shangri-La Colombo’s signature cake, it was infused with Sri Lankan spices and Pettah Tea Mousse, completing the sensory journey through the island’s forests in both flavour and form.
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