Monthly Archives: September 2008

Ran Tikiri Sina

I think every Sri Lankan knows this song.  Interestingly, I saw this group on face book and it had some intriguing facts on this song which I thought was worth a read and it gives credit to the actual singers …

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Economy in the Kitchen!

Cardamom peel should not be thrown away – use it with tea leaves to make a cardamom flavored tea! Never throw away the water in which gram, chic peas, mung beans and cowpea has been boiled as it contains a …

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Delicious ways with leftovers!

Small quantities of leftover curd are ideal to add to fish, meat and vegetable curries OR to add to the dough when making rottis. Milk turned sour can be made into cottage cheese! Add a few drops of lemon juice …

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Lest we forget their sacrifice

Our Armed forces are sacrificing their lives and all Sri Lankans should not take this for granted. We should all rally around them and help in any way we could. Spreading a little happiness to those who risk their lives …

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4711- interesting facts behind the brand

Most of us grew up using 4711 and it especially helped to reduce high fever ha? This  eau de cologne super brand has been around since 1792.  It was made by a carthusian monk to give as a wedding gift to …

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Hakgala under Threat

‘Hakgala under threat-A review of conservation status and management needs’ was launched by the Environmental Foundation Limited at the BMICH .  The book is a comprehensive document based on meticulous research and on site field work and facts gathered from …

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Study in the United States

An American Education Fair promoting University Education in the states will be held on the 5th and 6th of September 2008 at the Colombo Hilton from10 am to 6 pm. This event is supported by the American Embassy.     …

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Quiz for today

     See if youcan figure out what these words have in common.  1 Banana  2 Dresser  3 Grammar  4 Potato  5 Revive  6 Uneven  7 Assess Are you peeking down or have you already given up? Give it another try,Look at …

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Tissawewa Grand- Anuradhapura

  Tissawewa Resthouse, in the ancient city (5 BC) of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, has been popular with travelers looking for a style of hospitality which is leisured, caring combined with a setting in the colonial past. Amidst lush tropical surroundings, …

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Quick saree tips

If you are Should wear Slim Cotton, Tissue,Tapheta Silk,         Tussar silk sarees Not so slim Georgette, Chignon, Mysoor silk   or Chiffon Sarees Not so tall Sarees with small or no borders     and sarees …

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