Cinnamon Life Sets Culinary Record at Chefs Guild of Lanka 2025

Redefining hospitality—one golden plate at a time

In a historic culinary achievement, Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams emerged victorious at the Chefs Guild of Lanka Culinary Art Competition 2025, claiming a record-breaking 56 medals—the highest ever awarded to a single establishment. The impressive haul includes 23 Gold, 17 Silver, and 16 Bronze medals, solidifying its position as a trailblazer in Sri Lanka’s hospitality industry.

A standout moment was the team’s unprecedented win of the first-ever “Gold with Excellence” in the Hot Cooking category, scoring a perfect mark. This milestone reflects not only the calibre of talent within Cinnamon Life but also its commitment to redefining culinary experiences in Sri Lanka.

“This is more than a win—it’s a declaration of excellence,” said Chamila Illukkumbura, Director of Human Resources at Cinnamon Life. For those curating their “Must Do in Colombo” list, a visit to Cinnamon Life’s award-winning culinary venues is a taste of world-class craftsmanship in the heart of the capital.