Herbie Goes Bananas at the Mount!

To celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of the Beetles in Sri Lanka Herbie goes Bananas at the Mount

This year is a very special year for Volkswagens in Sri Lanka as it was 60years ago that the first consignment of VW Beetles were introduced to the driving public of Ceylon which began the “wave” of “Beetle mania” having won the hearts of over 3500 “Happy Homes” within a span of 7 years prior to the restriction era that came into effect in the early sixties. As Beetles across the globe celebrated World Volkswagen Day last week, in honour of the day and further attaining Diamond Jubilee status, The Volkswagen Beetle Owners Club(VBOC) having a membership of over two hundred and fifty, have partnered with Mount Lavinia Hotel for a “Bug drive” of jubilation.

MLH have been in partnership with the VBOC, for the 3^rd consecutive year to highlight the only car with an international significance and indeed a national day. Thanks to its “curvy bug like” looks, the Beetle has created a sense of “joy” to the many generations of owners who have included the family car as a member of the family which may be the factor of the World dedicating a “day” for the diminutive bug that is celebrated around the Globe.

The “Diamond Jubilee of Volkswagen in Sri Lanka” in keeping to the 60 years of loyal service this little car has rendered to its owners will take off on a jubilation drive on the evening of Sunday, the 7^th of July from Colombo and will make way to the grand finale at the Mount Lavinia Hotel.

The celebration does not end there as Mount Lavinia Hotel will kick start a promotion called Herbie goes Bananas at Mount. The promotion will begin on 8^th and end on 13^th July where an all day banana menu awaits you. The menu includes an a la carte menu with:

Lavinia Style Red Banana and Spicy Prawn Salad

Crispy Sour Banana and Coriander Chicken Salad

Mixed Seafood and Banana Gratin Served in Banana Blossom with buttered Vegetable and Steamed Rice

Seared Lamb Rump Served Over Cuban Banana Mofongo with Chimichurri Sauce

Caribbean-Style Bananas with Vanilla Scoop

Banana Pie with Malibu Sauce

And much more….

The highlight of the day would be the showing off of the ole classics in all ages and colours at the hotel courtyard. The classics will show off the rough and tumble of the car and indeed the owners pride, from 8pm to 9pm each night till the 13^th July. So come and go Bananas over the bugs.

If you have a Beetle and would love to participate. Please contact the Beetle Club Secretary Mr. Nalin S Perera on 0770333444 for further information on registering for the event. 

Soul Food and Jazz or a beach hangout offer is all we can gift Dad on Fathers Day

Since 16^th June is a very special day for Dads. MLH has created some specials for Sunday. One event is the Soul Food Jazz Lunch at the Terrace. A collection of recipes Cajun and Creole style with the sounds of a Jazz and rhythm and blues band, on the side. The popular venue for a Sunday lunch MLH has organized some cool additions to make the Soul Food Sunday Lunch Buffet special for Dads. Traditional carvery, bbq items, and don’t forget dad’s favourites like those popular “bites” that can be complemented with the ideal brew and yes one for one offers given for draught will be in abundance. 16th June, Dad’s day Sunday jazz Lunch is much more than a gift for Dad and it is priced only at LKR2900/-nett with the pool included. So make it a date with dad and his favourites to enjoy with at the Terrace.

Interactive activities for the whole family...simply post what’s special about your dad on our Facebook wall whilst enjoying your lunch and stand a chance to win fabulous prizes.

If the Beach is his special hangout, the Seafood Cove is also up for the taking from 1100hrs to 1800hrs on Sunday is an ideal triple treat for Dad and the whole family. The Paradise Beach, your favourite mouth-watering Burger and of course your favourite brew(beer) for only LKR700/++. Buy one get one offers, Cocktails and group deals are up for grabs on every Sunday.

So come enjoy the convivial atmosphere on 16^th June as you mingle with your Dad, while enjoying jazz, rhythm & blues at the Terrace or barrels of fun on the beach. If you know what I mean

Please call 2711430 for more details

We’re one bite from becoming your favourite beach hangout

Enjoy the explosive beach combo every weekend at the Seafood cove on the Paradise beach…Sink your teeth into tender chicken, beef, and crab meat burgers flame grilled to perfection by our chefs and served with “probably the fattest chips in town” and a mug of draught …isn’t this the perfect way to indulge on the weekend with a triple treat…

§  Every Saturday and Sunday Starting from 16^thJune 2013

§  11am – 6pm

§  Combo deals starting at LKR 700++

§  5+ gets a pitcher on the house

§  “Buy one and get one” deals

The burger menu is as follows;

The Angry beef burger

Flame grilled high country beef Pattie, Crusty ciabatta bun, bacon, egg, tomato, cheddar cheese, mustard mayo and onion relish

The Chix burger

Flame grilled Lean and organic chicken Pattie, lettuce, onion relish, avocado, Swiss cheese, mustard mayo and toasted wholemeal bun

The Crabbie burger

Fresh blue swimmer crab meat Pattie, lettuce, coleslaw, crispy bacon in toasted sesame bun

The Classic mount…ed burger

Flame grilled up country tender beef Pattie, toasted plain bun, double cheese, pickle and mount…ed sauce

Please call 112711430 for more details and reservations

Beach, Burger and a Beer

Seafood Cove by the coast of Mount Lavinia is more than just a fresh seafood restaurant it is an experience

What a better experience than the roar of crashing waves and strong breezes fill the open-air restaurant as steady crowds feast on delicious shrimp and crab legs,” says Christianne Labrooy, a regular guest at the Seafood Cove.

A fabulous selection of fine seafood freshly caught and prepared to your desire and a wine guide to find the perfect wine to complement your meal. The rustic environment, the backdrop of fishermen’s nets and lanterns amidst laid out planks for tables, the rush of the ocean and the cool sea breeze create a soft harmony in ocean magic.

The Seafood Cove at the Mount Lavinia Hotel steaming with Steam Pots of ocean food with Crabs and prawns, shellfish to whet your appetite made sizzling fresh by experts surrounded by the ambience of a subtle fishing zone, is an experience one should not keep for later. The numerous initiatives that is more than an experience.

Dine in an idyllic ambience overlooking the Indian Ocean in relaxed, unpretentious surroundings, savour the finest flavours... Discover the hidden cove with treasures of the sea, of the West Coast, stated by a leisure magazine.

Seafood Cove has maintained a simple, rustic decor with an emphasis on the “by the ocean” theme. The beach and the ocean are the focus of the casual eatery with a view of the water from every seat.

It's the kind of place where you can see the tide moving in and out through some gaps in the decking. It's also the kind of place you'll see beach goers are allowed to sit at one of the tables and enjoy a meal in their bathing suits.

A large selection of Fresh Seafood and land lover specialties guaranteed to please the most selective of eaters. Glamorous dining treats don't come more indulgent than a visit to a good off the coast seafood bar in an informal setting. We have picked Sri Lanka’s best crustacean and piscatorial classics – crabs, prawns, lobsters, and much more... and of course the almost compulsory glass of Champagne to go with it. Ask the waiters and they will assist you with the best pairings with Seafood!

Raw bar includes the freshest and highest quality seafood: Seasonal clams & oysters  of course oysters shucked to order, shrimp ceviche, jumbo poached shrimp and crab claws, lemon wedges, chili horseradish sauce, assorted hot sauces, shallot mignonette and fresh horseradish. “Our chefs will help you select the highest quality market seafood.  Options include: assorted clams and oysters, crab claws, scallop/seafood ceviche, jumbo shrimp, grilled lobster tails our options are as large as the sea!” states Executive Chef Asanka.

Others are the Scrumptious blue lagoon Crab Cakes, the ‘Raging Crab’ a complete tempest to tease your taste buds, The Lavinia Dressed Crab by Chef Publis: the signature dish at MLH, Crab and Cilantro, Sampler Combo a total indulgence. Seafood and MLH has always been an all time favourite in the island home and the Chefs at Mount Lavinia Hotel with great expertise innovate and preserve the succulence to turn out special dishes and traditional delicacies!!

Soul Food and Jazz for Dads'