Savor Exotic Flavors From Sri Lanka At Lotus Cafe In A Special Food Festival

Indulge Asia’s most exotic and best-kept culinary secret – Sri Lanka – in a food festival from 24^th February to 1^st March at Lotus Café, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu.

Mumbai, February 2023: - Journey through tropical paradise and savor the delectable cuisine of Sri Lanka as JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu, in collaboration with Weligama Marriott Resort & Spa and Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort brings to you a special culinary food festival from 24^th February to 1^st March, 2023.

Shaped by a myriad influences from its neighboring Southeast Asian cultures, Sri Lankan cuisine boasts an exotic blend of spices and curry concoctions. Chef Moraliya Arachchige Prashan Kumara from Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort and Chef Chanaka Denuwan from Weligama Marriott Resort & Spa, along with the culinary team of Lotus Café are all set to transport guests to the sandy shores of the tropical paradise. The food festival will offer a wide display of authentic Sri Lankan dishes, showcasing the rich heritage of the culinary gem.

“With Lotus Café being one of the most popular multi-cuisine dining destinations in the city, it is our constant endeavor to offer new cuisines and exciting culinary experiences to our guests. Sri Lankan cuisine, brimming with a variety of spices and delightful curries, is one of the most exotic in the world and we are excited to bring a taste of the island to our guests”, says Gaurav Malhotra, Executive Chef, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu.

What’s more, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu has also partnered with the Consulate General of Sri Lanka to showcase the island’s cultural fanfare at Lotus Café, and with Sri Lankan Airlines to offer guests the chance to win tickets to Colombo. Speaking on the association, Consul General of Sri Lanka in Mumbai said “We are pleased, moreover, honored to associate with JW Marriot Mumbai Juhu with this event. The timing of the event is perfect as tourists from all over the world are returning to Sri Lanka after a couple of difficult years. I am sure gourmets in Mumbai would enjoy the Sri Lankan food which has its own distinctive flavours and colours. We are also quite impressed with the effort that JW Marriot Mumbai Juhu has put in to offer a truly Sri Lankan culinary experience by offering authentic Sri Lankan cuisines. We are sure that this event will be a memorable experience for everyone.”

Prepared using the finest indigenous ingredients to make for a delectable gourmet experience, guests can enjoy traditional delicacies of Sri Lanka like Cashew Curry, Mango Curry, Themparadu Rice, Fish White Curry, Chicken Red Curry, Appa (Hoppers), Koththu Roti, Chicken Chutney Roast, Fish Ambulthiyel (Signature Fish Curry), Raw Mango Salad, Chili Pineapple Salad, Pol Sambol (traditional coconut dish) and desserts like Sago Pudding, Watalappan (Coconut Custard Pudding), Naran Kavum (coconut and rice flour dessert) amongst many more.

Indulge in this island celebration as the culinary masterchefs showcase the truly exotic and authentic flavors of the Jewel of the Indian Ocean at Lotus Cafe, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu from 24 February to 1 March.

Sri Lankan Food Festival at Lotus Cafe

●        Date – 24^th February – 1^st March

●        Timings- Lunch - 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm | Dinner - 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

About JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International’s luxury portfolio of brands and consists of beautiful properties and distinctive resort locations around the world. Inspired by the principles of mindfulness, JW Marriott is a haven designed to allow guests to focus on feeling whole – present in mind, nourished in body, and revitalized in spirit through programs and offerings that encourage them to come together and experience every moment to the fullest. Today there are more than 100 JW Marriott hotels in over 30 countries and territories worldwide that cater to sophisticated, mindful travelers who come seeking experiences that help them be fully present, foster meaningful connections and feed the soul.