When I was growing up in Sri Lanka, masks weren’t decorations — they were alive with colour, story, and spirit. In my Christian home they were forbidden, but I was captivated by how they turned fear into art and chaos into beauty. Years later, I realised food does the same thing — every spice blend tells a story, every curry a ritual. Through Little Big Flavour Kits, I’m sharing that same storytelling tradition — unmasking culture, memory, and joy one dish at a time.
Stories
Why We Love Lentils: Sri Lankan Comfort, Flavour. Easy Home Cooking
There's something magical about the smell of lentils simmering away in a pot. That earthy, comforting aroma that fills the kitchen and somehow makes everything feel right with the world....
Frozen Veg Vs Fresh: Why Your Freezer Is Your Best Friend for Authentic Sri Lankan Flavours
Here's a confession: some of my most memorable vegetable curries have been made with vegetables straight from the freezer. Not fresh from the market, not hand-picked from a garden, but...
My favourite Sri Lankan food (කැමතිම කෑම)...
My favourite Sri Lankan food (කැමතිම කෑම)... by Aliza Patell Ratnayaka I'm an unapologetic foodie, here i've compiled the list of things I eat when I go back to Lanka....
Cardamom: How to Use the Queen of Spices in Sri Lankan Cooking- and a cooling lime juice how to
Discover how Sri Lankans use cardamom in curries and drinks. Learn the best ways to cook with this fragrant spice and try a refreshing lime juice recipe.
Avurudu Vibes: Sweet Treats, Family Feasting, and the Joy of Sri Lanka’s Real New Year
In my late teens, I went to live with my uncle, who was Muslim, and my aunt, who was Buddhist. I’d grown up Christian — so between us, it was...
In celebration of people who make home feel like home.
In Sri Lanka, we don’t really “do” Mother’s Day the way the West does. No beautiful bunches of flowers, no fancy brunches. But here’s the thing: Mums are celebrated in...
Why Little Big Flavour Kits Are the Best for Gut Health and Immunity
You know when food just tastes better? When spices are actually fragrant or a tomato bursts with flavour? That’s not nostalgia—it’s nutrient density. Read more about it on my blog...
Little changers…
Well, the new year is here, and somehow, we’re already halfway through January! The grey skies, the lack of sunlight, and the return to routines after the sparkle of the holidays—it can all feel a bit much, can’t it? But I’m trying to see it as a chance for fresh starts, little changes, and moments that can brighten these shorter days.
A Sri Lankan Christmas
Christmas holds a special place in my heart. It’s a time to celebrate togetherness and create memories with loved ones, blending traditions from the UK with those that travelled with us from Sri Lanka bringing an unmistakable warmth and spice to the holiday season.
Sri Lankan Christmas Canapé Recipes
Last week, Aliza, one of our Little Big Flavour Kit founders, held a festive Sri Lankan inspired Christmas Canapés evening live on our Instagram and Facebook channels. Aliza promised to share the recipes with you, so here they are for you to enjoy…
The Heart of Hospitality
I’ve been thinking a lot about the power of connection recently—how we bond over shared meals, stories, and even the tiniest of gestures. It’s something so deeply rooted in Sri Lankan culture. We open our doors wide, no one leaves without a full belly and a full heart. That’s the spirit we’ve tried to pour into Little Big Flavour Kits.