For 12 weeks, a different venue and a different chef offer 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. This is all part of the experience of the very first Galle Gourmet.
Master classes are held in the UNESCO Galle Fort, where tips, secrets and ‘one off’ recipes will be shared.
Please check the programme for details
KK Beach | Saturday 13th Jan
A regular on the World's 50 Best list, Lyle's ranked 33rd
in the international guide for 2021 and 84th in the
National Restaurant Awards' Top 100. It also has two
AA Rosettes. James is a Michelin Star Chef focused on seasonal and fresh cuisine, at his own Restaurant, Lyle's Restaurant, Shoreditch.
Masterclass Kitchen | Sunday 14th Jan
A regular on the World's 50 Best list, Lyle's ranked 33rd
in the international guide for 2021 and 84th in the
National Restaurant Awards' Top 100. It also has two
AA Rosettes. James is a Michelin Star Chef focused on seasonal and fresh cuisine, at his own Restaurant, Lyle's Restaurant, Shoreditch.
Trebartha East | Saturday 20th Jan
Owner and chef of Lankan Filling Station, Sydney and
author of the cookbook, 'Lanka Food: Serendipity &
Spice'. Her restaurant in Sydney the Lankan Filling
Station receives huge praise from critics
Masterclass Kitchen | Sunday 21st Jan
Owner and chef of Lankan Filling Station, Sydney and
author of the cookbook, 'Lanka Food: Serendipity &
Spice'. Her restaurant in Sydney the Lankan Filling
Station receives huge praise from critics
Jetwing Lighthouse | Friday 26th Jan
With years of restaurant experience, his debut
cookbook 'Cooking: Simply and Well, for One or Many' -
the book has won many accolades including the Winner
of a Fortnums Special Award 2023 and Winner of The
André Simon Award 2022 For Best Food Book. He is
patron/chef of Restaurant: Quo Vadis, Soho, London
Masterclass Kitchen | Sunday 28th Jan
At the forefront of promoting Sri Lanka cuisine in
London with his three restaurants called Hoppers and
the release of his cookbook, Hoppers.
He is joined by Jeremy Lee of Quo Vadis - together they will delight you with culinary wizadry.
Fort Printers | Wednesday 24th Jan
Her debut cookbook 'Rambutan: Recipes from Sri
Lanka', which won the Fortnum and Mason's Best Debut
Cookery Book 2023, was named as a best cookbook of
the year by the New York Times, LA Times, Chrissy
Teigan, and Bon Appetit. She is the chef-proprietor of
the restaurant Rambutan, which opened in 2023
Masterclass Kitchen | Thursday 25th Jan
Her debut cookbook 'Rambutan: Recipes from Sri
Lanka', which won the Fortnum and Mason's Best Debut
Cookery Book 2023, was named as a best cookbook of
the year by the New York Times, LA Times, Chrissy
Teigan, and Bon Appetit. She is the chef-proprietor of
the restaurant Rambutan, which opened in 2023
Braganza House | Friday 16 Feb
Mark is frequently lauded as one of Britain’s most
eminent restaurateurs with an unrivalled knowledge of
ingredients with provenance. He is an award-winning
author and food writer with 12 cookbooks to his name.
Previous years at the Ivy, Caprice, Hix and the Oyster
and Fish House.
Masterclass Kitchen | TBC
Mark is frequently lauded as one of Britain’s most eminent restaurateurs with an unrivalled knowledge of ingredients with provenance. He is an award-winning author and food writer with 12 cookbooks to his name. Previous years at the Ivy, Caprice, Hix and the Oyster and Fish House.
Kurulu Bay | Saturday 24th Feb
Rishi Naleendra a celebrated Sri Lankan chef with an
outstanding repertoire of restaurants and accolades.
With stints at Tetsuya, Sydney and Macalister Mansion,
Singapore he has moved on to his own restaurants in
Singapore raising the bar on Sri Lankan cuisine; with
Michelin stars under his belt. Cloudstreet, Kotuwa and
Fool Wine Bar in Singapore.
Masterclass Kitchen | Sunday 25th Feb
Rishi Naleendra a celebrated Sri Lankan chef with an
outstanding repertoire of restaurants and accolades.
With stints at Tetsuya, Sydney and Macalister Mansion,
Singapore he has moved on to his own restaurants in
Singapore raising the bar on Sri Lankan cuisine; with
Michelin stars under his belt. Cloudstreet, Kotuwa and
Fool Wine Bar in Singapore.
Why House | Friday 1st March
Paul Flynn is a chef, restaurateur, cookery school owner and teacher, TV presenter and personality. He co-owns the Tannery Restaurant and Townhouse in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford with his wife, Máire, which opened in 1997.
Masterclass Kitchen | Sunday 3rd March
Paul Flynn is a chef, restaurateur, cookery school owner and teacher, TV presenter and personality. He co-owns the Tannery Restaurant and Townhouse in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford with his wife, Máire, which opened in 1997.
Malabar Hill | TBC
Chef Hari is one of the world’s most famous Indian chefs today and a savvy restaurateur, Hari Nayak is responsible for the operation and success of several restaurants worldwide.
Also a cookbook author of the 7 bestselling books like Modern Indian Cooking and My Indian Kitchen. Hari Nayak has managed to provide a new modern outlook on Indian cuisine, one that is creating a sensation of sorts in North America today.
Masterclass Kitchen | Sunday 10th March
Chef Hari is one of the world’s most famous Indian chefs today and a savvy restaurateur, Hari Nayak is responsible for the operation and success of several restaurants worldwide.
Also a cookbook author of the 7 bestselling books like Modern Indian Cooking and My Indian Kitchen. Hari Nayak has managed to provide a new modern outlook on Indian cuisine, one that is creating a sensation of sorts in North America today.
The Sun House | Saturday 16th March
Mandy Yin is Malaysian-born Chinese of Peranakan Nyonya heritage. Mandy owns and runs cult Sambal Shiok Laksa Bar in London and is regularly featured in the national press. Mandy's life goal is to showcase the exciting variety of Malaysian food. The first print of her debut book, 'Sambal Shiok: The Malaysian Cookbook' sold out in less than two months of release in 2021.
Masterclass Kitchen | Sunday 17th March
Mandy Yin is Malaysian-born Chinese of Peranakan Nyonya heritage. Mandy owns and runs cult Sambal Shiok Laksa Bar in London and is regularly featured in the national press. Mandy's life goal is to showcase the exciting variety of Malaysian food. The first print of her debut book, 'Sambal Shiok: The Malaysian Cookbook' sold out in less than two months of release in 2021.
Cape Weligama | Saturday 23rd March
Spanning 4 decades as an award-winning chef and
restaurateur, Peter has expanded his career to
encompass the roles of TV presenter, author, cookbook
author, restauranteur & culinary ambassador.
Cookbooks under his belt include: Serendip – My Sri
Lankan Kitchen; My Feast with Peter Kuruvita: Lands
of the Curry Leaf
Masterclass Kitchen | Sunday 24th March
Spanning 4 decades as an award-winning chef and
restaurateur, Peter has expanded his career to
encompass the roles of TV presenter, author, cookbook
author, restauranteur & culinary ambassador.
Cookbooks under his belt include: Serendip – My Sri
Lankan Kitchen; My Feast with Peter Kuruvita: Lands
of the Curry Leaf
Saturday March 30th | 6.30 - 8.30 pm for the event.
Gourmet Galle Cocktails and Canapes
We celebrate the closing of the first Gourmet Galle 2024 along the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Chefs, pop up dinners, masterclasses, amazing venues and a big thank you to all who have partnered with us.