From the Editor,

For one special day, we decided to play tourist in our own town - and it was magic. Here’s how it went.

1. Fridays, DJs, Angel Beach

2. Tuesday 29th, Karaoke, Hotel de Uncle’s

3. Saturday, 19, Tablescape Masterclass, Wild & The Sage

4. Wed & Fri, Seafood BBQ, Daffodil

FOOD & DRINKS

As part of our Green Season Edit, we turn our attention to Hiriketiya - a crescent-shaped cove on Sri Lanka’s south coast that feels purpose-built for this time of year. Despite the myth of seasonality, this surf-and-soul enclave hums steadily on. Waves roll in clean and uncrowded, often claimed by experienced surfers in search of quieter lineups.

NEWS

1. Beats & BBQ, The Hideout, Unawatuna - Thursdays

2. Live Music & DJs , Trax, Ahangama - Fridays

3. Philosophy Nights, OYummy, Ahangama - 4 & 18 June

4. Book Club, Wild & The Sage, Unawatuna - 29th June

FOOD & DRINKS

Not long ago, coffee in Sri Lanka meant a cup of instant and a spoonful of sugar. But times have changed. In Arugam Bay, a new wave of cafés is raising the bar, serving up proper brews to match the sunrise surf. Here, our top five spots for a post-surf caffeine fix.

HEALTH

In the age of over-tourism and fast-paced getaways, a different kind of travel is quietly taking root and Sri Lanka is poised to lead it.

With its tea-covered hills, surf-ready coastlines, and centuries-old wellness traditions, the island offers more than postcard beauty. It offers balance. More travelers and locals are discovering that the best way to experience Sri Lanka isn’t in a rush, but with intention- slowly, mindfully, sustainably.

FOOD & DRINK

As the Indian Ocean begins its seasonal shift and flawless waves roll into shore, Arugam Bay stirs to life.