FOODS THAT CROSSED THE SEAS by Panchali Illankoon
I am sharing this lovely article by Panchali Illankoon that appeared on 6th October 2025 in LIFE! – the Daily Mirror Mid-Week magazine Omani Halwa When Condé Nast Traveler … Continue reading
An ode to Sri Lanka rarely found in history textbooks
Reproducing this article by Duvindi Illankoon in today’s SundayTimes about my book, ‘Sri Lanka, Serendib and the Silk Road of the Sea’ When the Sunday Times Plus last met Dr. … Continue reading
My New Book – Sri Lanka, Serendib and the Silk Road of the Sea
I am posting this preliminary notice – a WARNO or WNGO as it is termed in the military – to give advance notice of my new book which is scheduled … Continue reading
Twilight Reminiscences 30 – When Home is Just a Memory
Last month I had the opportunity of visiting my former childhood home. It was a visit that made me feel both happy and sad. I felt happy at seeing how … Continue reading
Book review: Odyssey of War by Dr Noel Nadesan
Dr. Noel Nadesan’ latest book Odyssey of War is being launched in Melbourne this week. For those who do not know Noel he is what is best described as a … Continue reading
Twilight Reminiscences 26 – Down Memory Lane
Last week I walked, after many years, down the lane where my best friend used to live. And I felt sad. During my schooldays this used to be in a … Continue reading
Twilight Reminiscences 25- Another New Year
With the dawn of this new year, I am reminded of the fact that I – as well as my childhood friends – have been around for over seven decades. … Continue reading
Twilight Reminiscences 24 – The Foods of Christmas past
With Christmas just a few days away, I have been reminiscing about Christmases past. Now that I am older in years than our current president (although I am pleased to … Continue reading
Twilight Reflections 11 – Sometimes…..
A few days ago, one of my friends – a former classmate who is now domiciled overseas – sent me this lovely poem by American author R. M. Drake. Drake’s … Continue reading
Twilight Reflections – 4
“Home-Coming” Friends The month of April this year is very auspicious for us in Sri Lanka because our traditional New Year (Aluth Avurudu and Puththandu) as well as the festivals … Continue reading
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