Cinnamon Life shines at Bocuse d’Or Sri Lanka 2025

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Rising talent and refined artistry take centre stage at nation’s premier gastronomic arena

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka has secured first place at the Bocuse d’Or Sri Lanka 2025, earning the prestigious Gold Award, thus setting new standards for fine dining and culinary excellence in the country.

This prestigious national selection for Bocuse d’Or Asia brought together 26 of the leading culinary teams across the island. Representing Cinnamon Life, Nilupul Sandakalum and Adithya Fonseka distinguished themselves through exceptional technique, artistry, and discipline. The team’s gold-winning performance was a testament to the creativity and precision cultivated within the Cinnamon Life culinary team.

Adding further distinction to the team’s success, Adithya Fonseka was named Best Commis Chef, an accolade awarded to the competition’s most promising young culinary talent with the guidance of Chef Chamaka Perera, the hotel’s Executive Sous Chef.

“We are incredibly proud to have brought home the Gold,” said Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams CEO and General Manager Sanjiv Hulugalle. “This is not just a win for our team but for our vision of positioning Cinnamon Life as a beacon of culinary excellence in the region.”

With this national victory, Cinnamon Life has secured its place on the international culinary stage and reaffirms its role as a hub for innovation, mentorship, and global-standard gastronomy in Sri Lanka. As Colombo’s most iconic lifestyle destination, Cinnamon Life continues to lead with creativity, luxury, and a deep commitment to excellence across every dimension of hospitality.

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