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Great Wall Restaurant celebrates milestone three decades as Sri Lanka’s favourite destination for Chinese cuisine
Great Wall Restaurants (Pvt) Ltd, recognized as an iconic, much-loved restaurant and favourite destination for Chinese cuisine in the country, is celebrating its momentous three decades of operations during the month of September with exciting offers, impressive expansion plans and specially curated new menu offerings.
The Great Wall restaurant chain is a subsidiary of Sumathi Holdings, among the largest and extensively diversified business conglomerates in Sri Lanka.
To commemorate the anniversary, Great Wall Restaurants is offering special dining deals including an extravagant ’30-30 offer’ signifying 30% OFF for 30 days during September. Additionally, customers who select the delivery option will receive a coupon sheet with every delivery to be used at a later date.
Thanking all valued customers, Great Wall is kicking-off anniversary celebrations by presenting golden tickets during the month of September to the lucky patrons who select the Great Wall delivery option.
The lucky winners will receive a ‘Golden Ticket’ valued at an unbelievable amount which they can use to get a feast delivered to their home safely. Adding to the excitement is the restaurant’s digital platforms which will be updated constantly with games and interactions for customers to win instant prizes and surprises through treasure hunts, mystery dish guesses, etc.
Further strengthening its relationship with different partners, Great Wall Restaurants is introducing amazing offers with partner channels including UberEats and PickMe plus exciting promotions through banking partners HSBC and Commercial Bank.
Celebrating the anniversary, the Great Wall culinary team has revamped 30 exciting and inspired dishes such as Spicy salt & pepper spareribs, Sichuan beef with tofu , Pork in julienne of capsicum, Aubergines with salted fish, Hokkien style fried rice noodles and many more to tantalize tastebuds. The celebratory menu offers an interesting choice not only for loyal Great Wall patrons but also for an audience who enjoy a gastronomic feast.
Capitalizing on its rich history and legacy as a veritable icon for 30 years, the Great Wall restaurant chain will embark on taking the brand to new locations and connecting with new customers providing them with a memorable culinary experience.
While serving delicious cuisine, customer satisfaction remains at the forefront of Great Wall’s business model, which leads to the brand extending its coverage including 30 key locations to excite the brand’s loyal customers and attract new ones.
Marking this milestone anniversary, Great Wall Restaurants aims to reaffirm its commitment to consistently serving delicious Chinese cuisine and ensuring every guest receives a satisfying meal and enjoyable experience, which customers have come to love and embrace over the past 30 years.
Toasting the anniversary, Chathula Sumathipala – Director Strategy & Business Development said, “Reaching 30 years is a testament and appeal to the Great Wall brand and our success is due to the enduring devotion of our loyal customers and dedicated employees. As we continue our remarkable journey, we will endeavour to take great pride in offering everyone who selects Great Wall restaurants, a genuinely distinctive dining experience, authentic Chinese cuisine and unmatched customer service.”
Great Wall customers and ardent fans are invited to participate in this momentous legacy celebration of 30 years and be informed of the exciting array of promotions on offer, subscribing to the SMS campaigns by simply calling 0112 508 555 / 011 2 785 510 or dropping a message on the Great Wall Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GreatWallSL and Instagram pages https://www.instagram.com/greatwallrestaurants/
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AHK Sri Lanka champions first-ever Sri Lankan delegation at Drupa 2024
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
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HNB General Insurance recognized as Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”