“When it comes to food, I want plenty, over the top, FEASTS”, says Dhanusha Fernando, when asked what her philosophy on food is. 
Dhanusha’s passion for food sparked when as a child, she used to hangout with her mum in the kitchen. Eyes gleaming, she explains to me that her mum’s kitchen became her comfort zone and always opted to spend time learning new recipes and bravely compiling her own. “A love for eating also helps” she says with a grin.
Dhanusha decided to take her love for cooking to the next level when she was asked by a close friend to bake her a cake for her birthday back in 2008. With the positive feedback and the demand for more, she decided to branch out into different varieties of food, with her husband Shan (her biggest support and her biggest critique) encouraging her every step of the way .
Chinese Rolls Roast Chicken
If one would like to treat family and friends to a home cooked meal but has no time to get into the kitchen or like myself, would rather opt out of the whole cooking process, Dhanu’s would be the ideal solution.
Traditional cuisine in clay pots (a specialty at Dhanu’s) is a popular favorite because of its great taste, laid back feel and the assurance of quality and cleanliness, which is a very important factor. And since Dhanusha’s got a phobia of food running out, she makes sure to cater more than what’s paid for.
Jaffna Cuisine
A taste of nostalgia in Dhanusha’s family is shared among those who love the taste of this intricate and traditional cuisine.
Ulundhu Vadei Prawn Curry
With recipes from years gone by and close inspection and advice from mum, Dhanu’s offers a range of the most delightful northern delicacies: the most popular are, Venthaya Kulumbu (Jaffna prawn curry) with pittu, prawn pickle, Puli Kulumbu (fried brinjal and potato), Jaffna pork/mutton and seer fish sambol.
Daily Lunch Packs
Maalu Embulthiyal Shepherd's Pie
And for those who require healthy meals on a daily basis: Dhanu’s prepares well-balanced, home cooked lunch packs with great flavor and minimum oil and saturated fats, makes for a good meal for those who look for “tasty” without the extra calories on a daily basis.
Mouthwatering Desserts & Novelty Cakes:
No meal is complete without that treat for your sweet tooth. Dhanu’s is also known for some of the most delectable desserts. Clients order these almost weekly, especially when the weekend’s in sight and it’s lovely to take with you a bowl of yumminess than a bouquet of flowers when visiting friends.
Chocolate Mousse, Chocolate Biscuit Pudding, Fruit Trifles, Strawberry & Lychee Cheesecake are some of the desserts prepared at Dhanu’s.
Dhanu’s Novelty Cakes are packed with flavor and designed to interpret any occasion… Be it a birthday, a wedding anniversary, or any other engagement, the challenge to decorate even the most intricately detailed cakes is accepted at Dhanu’s.
Speaking to some of Dhanu’s clients on the quality of the food, I could just imagine how fantastic a meal prepared there must be.
“I hosted a private dinner at my home and I wanted very sleek, western cuisine. Dhanu’s took care of everything. The food was so delicious that my guests thought it was cooked at my home. And the service was just brilliant. Large quantities and amazing taste: definite value for money. “ - Chinthaka Abeysooriya
“We gave Dhanu’s such short notice and even then the food was of excellent quality and on time. We always prefer working with Dhanu’s as we’re assured the best service and tasty food” - Regan Louis- HelloCorp (Pvt) Ltd
“Oh what can I say.... she did a splendid job helping me plan the catering for my event. She made things so so easy for us even with the packing!! Her ideas are great and she not only works with you on a business level but on a relational level. Her food is excellent and I recommend her not only for her food but for the ideas in planning events” - Sarah Christina (On her engagement dinner)
Written by Antonia
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