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What is the local food like in Sri lanka?
How much does the food cost?
Is there a special etiquette?
What are some places to eat?
What local dishes to try in Sri Lanka?
What can I eat in Sri Lanka as a vegetarian?
Can I drink tap water in Sri Lanka?
Is there a tea and coffee culture in Sri Lanka?
Where to buy alcohol in Sri Lanka and how much does it cost?
What are the restrictions regarding alcohol consumption?
What alcoholic drinks to try while in Sri Lanka?
Are there any grocery stores with Western food?
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What soft drinks are available?
International brands of soft drinks – Pepsi, Coca-Cola, Sprite – are widely available and cheap, but it’s much more fun to explore the glorious range of outlandish soft drinks produced locally by Olé, Lion and Elephant. These include old-fashioned favorites like cream soda and ginger beer, and unique local brands like Portello and the ultra-sweet, lollipop-flavored Necta. Ginger beer is particularly common, and very refreshing – the Elephant brand uses natural ginger, which is meant to be good for the stomach and digestion. The slightly sour-tasting coconut water (thambili) isn’t to everyone’s taste, although it’s guaranteed safe, having been locked up in the heart of the coconut.
Is there a tea and coffee culture in Sri Lanka?
... After The Commons became popular, many more coffee houses were established around town.
What type of adapter do I need for the outlets?
... Sri Lanka uses power outlets and plugs of types D & G. All power sockets …
Am I expected to tip in Sri Lanka?
... There is a strong tipping culture in Sri Lanka; wages are low so it’s an …
What are the restrictions regarding alcohol consumption?
... However, it’s not prohibited to consume alcohol that you purchased prior to the Poya days …
Where to stay when traveling with kids?
... Sri Lankan hotels often have triple and family rooms, plus extra beds can be supplied …
Is Sri Lanka children-friendly?
... With preparation and mindfulness of a few things while in country, travel with children in …