Citrus Leisure culinary team wins big at Sri Lanka’s premier Food Expo

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In a resounding victory that celebrates skill, dedication, and the spirit of culinary artistry, Citrus Leisure’s talented chefs made their mark at the Culinary Art Food Expo 2025, Sri Lanka’s most prestigious culinary stage. Facing off against over 2,000 elite professionals from across the island, the Citrus team brought home a total of 16 medals, including two Gold, five Silver, and nine Bronze.

Organised by the Chefs Guild of Lanka, the competition is a defining event for the nation’s hospitality sector, where creativity meets precision, and excellence is judged on a global scale. For Citrus Leisure, this win is more than just a medal tally; it’s a reflection of the group’s deep-rooted culinary culture and commitment to setting new standards across its resort and hotel kitchens.

The award-winning lineup features a powerhouse of culinary talent: J.K. Diwyanjan, K.D. Lakshan Sandaruwan, M.A. Dishan Kavinda, B.H. Pemidu Kaushalya Somarathna, R. Saman Priyantha Pinthu Wijegunawardana, W.M.D.R. Lakmal, A.M. Anushka Pradeep Wijerathna, P.W.K. Peshala Nethmika Kalum, D.I.C. Sandun Fernando, S. Disen Senruka, P.G. Lakmal Vidushan Rathnasiri, K.N. Jayasinghe, D.A. Thimira Anjana Umayanga, R.A. Sehan Udara Navodaya, and K. Rumesh Amila Perera.

With this remarkable win, Citrus Leisure reaffirms its place as a leader in Sri Lanka’s hotel and tourism sector, where every dish tells a story, and every chef is part of a larger journey toward excellence.

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