Finally I checked Lamprais off my food bucket list. And wow, I must emphasise this iconic Sri Lankan heritage comfort dish does not play small.

At first glance, it’s not exactly love at first sight. Wrapped tight in a banana leaf, compact and aggressive. But once unwrapped, it’s a full-on flavour detonation.

I ordered mine with mutton, and it was rich, bold, heavy in the best way, deeply spiced, unapologetically satisfying, the kind of meal that makes slow down eating.

There’s magical about food cooked in banana leaves. The aroma, moisture, the way flavours infuse, it’s culinary alchemy. Everything inside tastes more complete.

It comes with a small cup of curry gravy on the side. I asked for more because I like my meals flooded in curry. The service crew served a bigger bowl, they understood.

I couldn’t finish it and took home, reheated it the next day and tasted even better. I think they’ve forgot to serve Papadum during the meal, I got a small bag to go.

Kthxbye.