Champika Samaranayaka
COLOMBO : Chinese cuisine has been a long favourite of the Sri Lankan palette. Loyalty that most Sri Lankans feel toward the cuisine can be traced back to the 1970’s when there were very few choices in terms of restaurants and Chinese food was the widely available option.
Any announcement since of Chinese food is thus received enthusiastically by the city folks in general. When the latest news is from one of the best Chinese Restaurants in the city, Long Feng at Cinnamon Lakeside in particular, the excitement is naturally expected to be more.
FOOD FESTIVAL AT LONG FENG
An extraordinary celebration of authentic Chinese cuisine and culture has been announced. A Chinese food festival is to be held at Long Feng, the renowned Chinese restaurant at Cinnamon Lakeside from the 20th to 22nd January.
The event celebrates the rich heritage of Chinese cuisine and culture, featuring a star-studded lineup of celebrity chefs, traditional performances, and immersive culinary experiences, to create a memorable event for food enthusiasts and cultural aficionados alike.
The three-day festival promises to take guests on a gastronomic journey, through the rich flavors and traditions of Chinese cuisine. A curated selection of authentic Chinese dishes will be showcased highlighting regional flavoures from the bold and fiery Sichuan cuisine to the delicate and balanced fare from other parts of China. Each dish will reflect the true essence of Chinese culinary heritage, promising a culinary experience like no other.
CHINESE CULTURE AT ITS HEIGHTS
In addition to the exquisite food, the festival will feature dynamic marital arts performances, offering an exciting display of Chinese skill, precision and strength. The iconic Lion dance will also take centre stage bringing good fortune and festive cheer to the event. Guests will also have time to experience the timeless art of the Chinese Tea ceremony, where expert Tea masters will guide them through the delicate process of brewing and savoring some of China’s finest Teas.
The festival will also include a display of handicrafts where guests can explore the intricate beauty of traditional Chinese Art. From delicate porcelain to vibrant textiles, the craft displays will showcase the skill and craftsmanship that define Chinese artistry.
MASTERY OF WORLD RENOWNED CHEFS
The star attraction of the festival is the celebrity Chef lineup, featuring world renowned Chefs who have elevated Chinese cuisine globally.
Chef Lan Minglu, Chairman of the highest honour of the French Blue Ribbon and Executive Vice Chairman of the Famous Chef Committee of the Chinese Cuisine Association, will be a key highlight of the festival. Chef Lan’s culinary mastery and innovative approach have earned him worldwide recognition. He is also the Vice President of the Sichuan Provincial Sichuan Cuisine foreign Exchange promotion Association and significantly impacted the international culinary scene.
Chef Yang Luming, Deputy Head Chief of the Asian Games and head Chef of Sichuan Cuisine at the Liaison office of the Central People’s Government of Macao, will showcase his exceptional skills at the festival. Chef Yang is renowned for his expertise in Sichuan cuisine and his remarkable contributions to Chinese gastronomy.
Joining them is Chef Chen Qi, a Chengdu Technical expert specializing cold and hot dishes, whose mastery of Sichuan culinary techniques will captivate attendees. Chef Chen’s reputation for preserving and innovating Sichuan cuisine has earned him widespread acclaim.
Thus every attendee will be privileged with an amazing experience of China- it would appear as though you have entered the country China for those few hours. You can immerse yourself in the best of Chinese cuisine and culture.
This exclusive offer of the Chinese Food Festival is on from tonight upto the 22nd January.
