📈 New Cultural Hub: Ceylon Stories – Gallery Café Opens in Colombo

The Colombo business and hospitality landscape sees a new addition with the opening of Ceylon Stories – Gallery Café at Marine Drive, Colombo 03. Reimagining the former ‘Central Perk’ space, the venture focuses on integrating premium Ceylon tea with local art and storytelling to enhance the tourism and dining experience. • Strategic Focus: Operates as an authorised dealer for Dilmah, emphasizing a refined and educational tea experience through guided tastings. • Art & Culture: Features a rotating "monthly artist feature" (currently showcasing Adithi Dinethya Fernando through 28 February) where select works are available for purchase. • Service Mix: Combines traditional hospitality with a shisha lounge, visual storytelling elements, and a menu featuring local staples like roti, roast paan, and isso wade. • Economic Context: Aimed at the tourism and creative economy sectors, the café serves as a platform for local artisans while positioning Sri Lankan identity for both domestic and foreign markets. Based on recent launch data.