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Daily life

Everyday life: food, transport, shopping and daily habits on the island.

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27 Sept 202353KWE Team

Stilt fishermen

Stilt fishermen: a traditional fishing method and its present-day state.

14:56Open source
002
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

MOI Seafood

A restaurant in Galle Fort known for serving seafood right on the table and a large set of crab, shrimp, and squid.

0:55Open source
003
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

Durian Dessert Cafe

A specialty cafe with durian desserts: ice cream, buns, coffee, and other unusual items.

4:15Open source
004
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

Sister's Away

A Turkish cafe in Ahangama with homemade breakfasts, Turkish coffee, and signature dishes.

8:04Open source
005
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

Mexican Cuisine

Mexican cuisine: tacos, quesadillas, burritos, sauces, and signature desserts.

17:03Open source
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19 Nov 202325KWE Team

Double Happy

A Chinese cafe in Galle Fort with dumplings, soups, and traditional Chinese cuisine.

27:33Open source
007
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

UFO Speciality Coffee

A specialty coffee shop in Ahangama, the story behind the brand, and signature drinks.

32:02Open source
008
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

Strawberry Farm

A cafe in Nuwara Eliya with desserts, cheesecakes, and a strawberry theme.

36:48Open source
009
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

Dolce Italia

An Italian bakery and cafe with breakfasts, desserts, cheeses, and Italian products.

38:15Open source
010
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

Pho Vietnam

A Vietnamese cafe in Colombo with pho, noodles, Vietnamese coffee, and quick service.

46:57Open source
011
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

Surf's Up

A surf cafe and surf school with breakfasts, events, and a Russian-speaking community.

52:28Open source
012
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

Grand Hotel Cafe

A coffee shop at the Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya with pastries, coffee, and breakfasts.

1:02:08Open source
013
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

100+ Venues on the Island

A final roundup of restaurants and tips for finding the best places to eat in Sri Lanka.

1:02:57Open source
014
23 Oct 202349KWE Team

Authentic Sri Lankan Cuisine

Authentic Sri Lankan cuisine: curry, red rice, lassi, mixed fruit juice, and traditional desserts.

3:04Open source
015
23 Oct 202349KWE Team

Russian Cafe in Unawatuna

A Russian cafe in Unawatuna: syrniki, vareniki, blini, business lunches, delivery, and a kids' room.

6:59Open source
016
23 Oct 202349KWE Team

AQUA

An Italian restaurant in Galle Fort with Neapolitan pizza and ingredients from Italy.

9:23Open source
017
23 Oct 202349KWE Team

Vegetarian Cafe in Weligama

A popular vegetarian cafe in Weligama: smoothie bowls, avocado toast, hummus, and a digital-nomad vibe.

13:16Open source
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23 Oct 202349KWE Team

Juice Bar

Local juices, wood apple, avocado juice, pastries, and cheap snacks for locals.

17:45Open source
019
23 Oct 202349KWE Team

Kaiyo

A Japanese restaurant with tuna, rolls, bao, signature cocktails, and mochi for dessert.

21:49Open source
020
23 Oct 202349KWE Team

Persian Kitchen

Persian cuisine and charcoal-grilled dishes, especially meat and kebabs.

27:44Open source
021
23 Oct 202349KWE Team

Indian Cuisine in Galle

Indian cuisine in Galle: a variety of curries, naans, and traditional presentation.

30:45Open source
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23 Oct 202349KWE Team

Colombo's Main Street Food Strip

Colombo's main evening street-food strip: kebabs, drinks, desserts, and the local atmosphere.

33:29Open source
023
23 Oct 202349KWE Team

Skinny Toms

A breakfast and brunch cafe with burgers, coffee, and quality beef.

38:19Open source
024
23 Oct 202349KWE Team

The Island's Culinary Diversity

Takeaways on the island's culinary diversity: from Sri Lankan to Japanese, Italian, and Persian cuisine.

41:00Open source
025
31 Mar 202427KWE Team

A Typical Grocery Basket

Examples of a typical grocery basket: tuna, fruit and local ingredients.

3:44Open source
026
31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Everyday Life

Generous portions of rice and local food at traditional cafes.

4:57Open source
027
17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Shopping

Local clothing brands and shops created by expats.

4:54Open source
028
19 Dec 202456KWE Team

Oyster farm

The oyster-farming process and a visit to a farm in Kalpitiya.

13:20Open source
029
19 Dec 202456KWE Team

Local street food

Buying and tasting local sweets and snacks before the safari.

19:55Open source
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10 Feb 2023136KWE Team

Everyday life

Fitness, yoga, sports venues, and family leisure.

12:00Open source
031
10 Feb 2023136KWE Team

Everyday life

Local cuisine, rice and curry, international restaurants, and the dining scene.

26:36Open source
032
19 Jan 202520KWE Team

Local cuisine of Sri Lanka

Features of the local cuisine, tips on ordering non-spicy food, and average prices at cafes.

5:08Open source
033
19 Jan 202520KWE Team

A detailed look at exotic fruits

A detailed look at exotic fruits: mango, durian, rambutan, soursop, red bananas, and more.

8:05Open source
034
19 Jan 202520KWE Team

What to buy in Sri Lanka

Vanilla, tea, coffee, spices, toothpaste, chocolate, and other popular goods.

14:47Open source
035
19 Jan 202520KWE Team

Local products

Buffalo milk yogurt, tea, coconut milk, ice cream, and snacks.

15:11Open source
036
19 Jan 202520KWE Team

Sri Lankan tea and coffee

Tips on choosing tea and coffee at supermarkets.

16:04Open source
037
19 Jan 202520KWE Team

Spices and sweets

Black pepper, chocolate, cookies, and other edible souvenirs.

18:16Open source
038
21 Feb 202321KWE Team

Coffee shops in Sri Lanka

What coffee shops in Sri Lanka are like outside the tourist areas.

7:16Open source
039
21 Feb 202321KWE Team

Local street food

Local street food, non-spicy dishes, and practical advice on eating well.

7:24Open source
040
21 Feb 202321KWE Team

How to get enough protein while traveling

How to get enough protein while traveling: tuna, rice, and simple foods.

7:38Open source
041
16 Apr 202327KWE Team

What surf camps are like

What surf camps are like: shared living, lessons, barbecues, and the social scene.

3:00Open source
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16 Apr 202327KWE Team

The role of yoga in learning to surf

The role of yoga and body balance in learning to surf.

13:47Open source
043
16 Apr 202327KWE Team

The surfer community

The surfer community, shared living, and the social atmosphere of surf camps.

13:47Open source
044
10 May 202320KWE Team

Restaurant culture at upscale hotels

Restaurant culture at upscale hotels, the quality of the coffee and the presentation of dishes.

3:27Open source
045
10 May 202320KWE Team

Breakfast at a premium hotel

The cost and contents of breakfast at a premium hotel and features of the local cuisine.

10:08Open source
046
10 May 202320KWE Team

Local coffee in Sri Lanka

Local coffee in Sri Lanka: how it is prepared and what it costs.

9:06Open source
047
10 May 202320KWE Team

Hoppers, coconut roti and dhal curry

Hoppers, coconut roti and dhal curry as traditional dishes of Sri Lanka.

9:43Open source
048
10 May 202320KWE Team

Spiciness of the local cuisine

The spiciness of the local cuisine and how tourists adapt to Sri Lankan food.

10:57Open source
049
10 May 202320KWE Team

Yoga and meditation

Yoga, meditation and wellness practices as part of a holiday on the island.

11:59Open source
050
10 May 202320KWE Team

Local brands and souvenirs

Local brands, souvenirs and small shops in tourist areas.

13:32Open source
051
10 May 202320KWE Team

Street food: lentil vadai

Street food: lentil vadai, what it is made of and its flavor.

14:55Open source
052
10 May 202320KWE Team

Pastries as popular street food

Pastries as a popular Sri Lankan street food.

15:47Open source
053
10 May 202320KWE Team

Fish in the island's diet

Fish as an important part of the island's diet and dining culture.

17:25Open source
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9 Aug 202315KWE Team

Amusement park and karting

An amusement park and karting as an option for family leisure on the island.

1:40Open source
055
9 Aug 202315KWE Team

Visiting the water park

Whether the water park is worth visiting and what impressions it leaves.

5:58Open source
056
9 Aug 202315KWE Team

Hoppers, roti, and kottu

Hoppers, roti, and kottu as the staple dishes of Sri Lankan cuisine.

22:55Open source
057
9 Aug 202315KWE Team

Street food and the spiciness of local dishes

What to know about street food and the spiciness level of local dishes.

25:46Open source
058
9 Aug 202315KWE Team

When hoppers and kottu are made

When hoppers and kottu are cooked, and tips for finding traditional dishes.

26:49Open source
059
9 Aug 202315KWE Team

The price of kottu at a local café

The price of kottu at a local café — around 1,000 rupees.

29:57Open source
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23 Aug 2023168KWE Team

Hoppers, a popular Sri Lankan street food

Hoppers as a popular item in Sri Lankan street food.

9:15Open source
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