Gourmet Galle

Gourmet Galle 2026: Sri Lanka’s Leading Culinary Festival Returns for a Week of Flavour, Creativity, and Coastal Magic

Gourmet Galle, Sri Lanka’s leading culinary festival, returns for a flavour-packed week along the island’s stunning southern coast. Following the Galle Literary Festival (22–25 Jan), this immersive celebration brings together world-class chefs, food lovers, and local producers for a dynamic lineup of:

Signature Dinners
One-off, unforgettable culinary evenings led by world-renowned chefs, set in Sri Lanka’s most breathtaking locations—candlelit paddy fields, hilltop tea estates, ocean-view villas, and palm-fringed beaches. Multi-course menus meet storytelling, music, and art in immersive sensory experiences.

Live Masterclasses
Hands-on sessions with acclaimed chefs, diving into techniques, local flavours, and cultural food stories. Learn to transform simple ingredients into extraordinary dishes while mastering Sri Lankan spices and traditions.

Interactive Farmer’s Market
A vibrant showcase of Sri Lanka’s agricultural bounty, featuring local farmers, spice growers, and artisans. Taste, learn, and discover rare produce, heritage recipes, and live storytelling booths.

Culinary Experiences
Food adventures – cycle through tea plantations, visit spice gardens, taste fresh coconuts, forage in forests, and meet the people behind Sri Lanka’s most celebrated flavours.

Cook Off 2026
High-energy live cooking battles spotlighting rising Sri Lankan hidden culinary gems. Timed challenges, local themes, and seasonal ingredients lead to a thrilling Grand Finale crowning the Cook Off Champion.

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Meet
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From A-list sensations to Sri Lankan chefs creating headlines internationally, our lineup of chefs is a testament to diversity and excellence.

With origins spanning the world, their backgrounds, techniques, and influences are as varied as the dishes they craft. Each weekend a different venue and a different chef offers intimate dinners overlooking the expanse of the Indian Ocean: or nestled in coconut plantations: gazing on paddy fields; or in the midst of the Galle Fort.

Each Sunday a different chef hosts a master class in the Galle Fort, where tips, secrets and ‘one off’ recipes will be shared.

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Visit the Venues

At the heart of Gourmet Galle are the venues – carefully selected to provide the perfect backdrop for your culinary journey.

Each venue is a testament to the art of gastronomy, a space where innovation and tradition blend seamlessly. Whether it’s a sleek, modern kitchen or a rustic heritage private villa, you’ll find yourself immersed in an environment that inspires creativity and fosters excellence.

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Programme

We are proud to present our programme, a meticulously curated selection of world-class chefs who are redefining the boundaries of culinary artistry. In this program, you’ll have the opportunity to witness these maestros in action, from dazzling cooking demonstrations to exclusive dining experiences. – Coming Soon