Sri Lanka
The Cookbook
Will be published approx. on 5. February 2026
Book
Hardback
272 pages
978-1-83600-820-0 (ISBN)
Description
NEW EDITION - UPDATED AND REVISED WITH NEW RECIPES.
Discover the vibrant flavours of Sri Lanka in this beautiful cookbook with over 100 authentic recipes from across the island.
Sri Lanka: The Cookbook brings together the country's most beloved dishes from feather-light hoppers and fiery sambols to subtly spiced curries and unique street snacks.
Husband-and-wife duo Prakash Kannan Sivanathan and Niranjala M Ellawala celebrate the rich culinary heritage of both Sinhalese and Tamil traditions, shaped by centuries of cultural exchange with India, the Middle East, Southeast Asia and Europe.
Inside, you'll find standout recipes such as:
Appa (hoppers) - iconic fermented rice pancakes, perfect with sambol.
Kiribath - creamy coconut milk rice served at celebrations.
Pol Sambol - a fiery coconut relish with lime and chilli.
Maalu Mirisata - a bold and spicy fish curry.
Kukul Mas Mirisata - a warming chicken curry with deep spice.
Lamprais - a rice parcel popularised during the Dutch occupation with meat curry, sambols and fried egg.
Wattalappan - a luscious coconut caramel custard.
. . . and many more!
The recipes are also accompanied by stunning photography that captures the spirit of Sri Lanka.
Whether you're a seasoned cook or new to Sri Lankan cuisine, this book offers a delicious journey into one of the world's most exciting food cultures, with options both for everyday meals and occasions.
Discover the vibrant flavours of Sri Lanka in this beautiful cookbook with over 100 authentic recipes from across the island.
Sri Lanka: The Cookbook brings together the country's most beloved dishes from feather-light hoppers and fiery sambols to subtly spiced curries and unique street snacks.
Husband-and-wife duo Prakash Kannan Sivanathan and Niranjala M Ellawala celebrate the rich culinary heritage of both Sinhalese and Tamil traditions, shaped by centuries of cultural exchange with India, the Middle East, Southeast Asia and Europe.
Inside, you'll find standout recipes such as:
Appa (hoppers) - iconic fermented rice pancakes, perfect with sambol.
Kiribath - creamy coconut milk rice served at celebrations.
Pol Sambol - a fiery coconut relish with lime and chilli.
Maalu Mirisata - a bold and spicy fish curry.
Kukul Mas Mirisata - a warming chicken curry with deep spice.
Lamprais - a rice parcel popularised during the Dutch occupation with meat curry, sambols and fried egg.
Wattalappan - a luscious coconut caramel custard.
. . . and many more!
The recipes are also accompanied by stunning photography that captures the spirit of Sri Lanka.
Whether you're a seasoned cook or new to Sri Lankan cuisine, this book offers a delicious journey into one of the world's most exciting food cultures, with options both for everyday meals and occasions.
Reviews / Votes
"As well as 100 recipes, the standout photography celebrates the island's history, culture and people. This book offers a culinary adventure that you can enjoy in the comfort of your own kitchen."* Waitrose Food *
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Quarto Publishing PLC
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 247 mm
Width: 201 mm
Thickness: 27 mm
Weight
1008 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-83600-820-0 (9781836008200)
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Additional editions
E-Book
02/2026
White Lion Publishing
€37.49
Available for download
E-Book
05/2017
1st Edition
Frances Lincoln Ebooks
€61.99
Available for download
Persons
Husband and wife duo, Kannan (Prakash) and Niranjala, were both born and raised in Sri Lanka. Niranjala, a Sinhalese from the island's south, and Kannan, a Thamil from the north, together bring a rich blend of cultural perspectives.
They previously ran the award-winning Sri Lankan restaurant Elephant Walk in Hampstead, London, for eight successful years.
Driven by a shared passion for travel and an intimate knowledge of Sri Lanka's history, heritage, and landscapes, they began curating bespoke luxury holidays - first to Sri Lanka and the nearby Maldives. Today, their offerings have expanded to include the stunning islands of Mauritius and the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean.
To learn more about their services, visit: www.peacocktours.co.uk
They previously ran the award-winning Sri Lankan restaurant Elephant Walk in Hampstead, London, for eight successful years.
Driven by a shared passion for travel and an intimate knowledge of Sri Lanka's history, heritage, and landscapes, they began curating bespoke luxury holidays - first to Sri Lanka and the nearby Maldives. Today, their offerings have expanded to include the stunning islands of Mauritius and the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean.
To learn more about their services, visit: www.peacocktours.co.uk