Cinnamon Walawwa

SOUTH COAST

Discover the real taste of Sri Lanka! Tour a lush spice garden, sip cinnamon tea, and learn to cook traditional dishes with Sudath and Mali. It is a fun, hands-on experience where you can also shop for premium local spices.

CINNAMON WALAWWA SRI LANKA

Experience the ultimate Sri Lankan food journey right here on the South Coast. Start your day with a walk through our lush spice garden and a warm cup of homemade cinnamon tea. You will learn to cook authentic, flavorful curries using traditional methods and fresh, local ingredients in a fun, simple way. Before you leave, grab some premium spices to recreate these delicious island flavors back home!

WHAT WE OFFER

From garden to table, immerse yourself in our heritage. Explore the scents of our spice garden, uncover the craft of our cinnamon experience, and master authentic flavors in a traditional cooking class.

Spice Garden tour

Cinnamon Experience

Traditional Cooking clases

BE INSPIRED

Experience the heart of Sri Lankan flavors at Cinnamon Walawwa in Dikwella, where hosts Sudath and Mali guide you through a peaceful village cooking lesson. You’ll learn to use fresh spices to create authentic vegetable, lentil, and meat curries, along with coconut sambol and rice. The true highlight of this culinary adventure is a hands-on lesson in preparing the iconic Sri Lankan kottu.

Perfect for beginners, this experience begins with a Spice Garden Walk where you’ll learn how Ceylon cinnamon and pepper are grown and processed. After discovering the benefits of local spices, you’ll cook using traditional methods and enjoy your meal topped off with a classic dessert of curd and treacle. You can even buy fresh spices to take home and use the provided recipes to recreate the magic in your own kitchen.

Your experience features a full cooking class and meal, plus a visit to a cinnamon plantation to learn peeling techniques. You’ll receive premium Cinnamon Alba, enjoy fresh cinnamon tea, and can even arrange a convenient tuk-tuk pickup from the Dikwella area.

MEET OUR FAMILY

Our family is passionate about sharing the art of Sri Lankan island cooking, from mastering traditional spices to the hands-on fun of making Food. We invite you into our peaceful village home to explore our cinnamon plantation, enjoy a meal together, and leave with the recipes and skills to cook like a local.

What our Guests Say

Discover what our guests have experienced at Cinnamon Walawwa

So Much Fun & Great Value

"I had an amazing experience at this Sri Lankan cooking class. From the moment we arrived, everything was welcoming, authentic, and full of heart. The ingredients were fresh and full of flavor, and each step of the cooking process was explained with so much care and passion. It wasn’t just about cooking-it was about understanding Sri Lankan culture, spices, and traditions. The food we prepared was absolutely delicious, and sharing the meal together at the end made it even more special. I highly recommend this cooking class to anyone visiting Sri Lanka who wants a genuine, hands-on, and unforgettable culinary experience."

Yuli YogaPilates

Spain

Absolutely Amazing Experience

"This was one of the best experiences of our sri lankan travels. Cooking in the kitchen of this pure & beautiful family felt like being home. So glad we met this beautiful soul giving out his leaflets on the beach. We had a tuk-tuk pickup arranged by the family & drove to the rice fields area. They gave us a little tour around their garden, cooked for us, explained everything and shared their recipes. We had a blast, thank you very much for everything, we’ll surely come back. "

Zuzana Zuborova

Slovakia

Unforgettable Culinary Journey

"We visited Cinnamon Walawwa yesterday with our family (two adults and four kids), and it was such a memorable experience for all of us.We started by exploring the beautiful garden, learning about the spices and ingredients used in Sri Lankan cooking. After that, we got hands-on in the kitchen, preparing the meal together and being guided step by step throughout the process. The kids were included and engaged the whole time, which made it even more special. Finally, we sat down and enjoyed the food we had cooked ourselves—full of rich, aromatic spices and incredible flavors. Everything tasted amazing, and the whole experience felt both educational and very relaxed. A wonderful, authentic experience that works perfectly for families. Highly recommended if you want to learn, cook, and enjoy great food in a beautiful setting."

Kjetil Vetlejord

Sweden

Perfect for Food Lovers

"The host showed us his family garden and cinnamon plantation. He presented us how cinnamon is made. You can also try different herbs straight from the garden! The cooking class was an authentic experience with the whole family being involved. An unforgettable experience that we would recommend to anyone who is staying in vicinity."

Marcel Zazijal

Switzerland

Best Activity on My Trip

"A really enjoyable cooking class with plenty of insight into both the dishes and the ingredients. Many of the ingredients are homegrown, and before cooking you get to tour the beautiful garden where they’re grown. The food we prepared tasted excellent, and we can wholeheartedly recommend this experience. The hosts were warm, welcoming, and lovely people."

Lou Bolle

Australia

TRAVELLING TO LOCATION

20-minute drive from Hiriketiya Beach,

10-minute drive from Talalla, 45-minute drive from Mirissa,

To make your guests feel right at home, we offer a complimentary tuk-tuk pickup service from the Dikwella area. We will collect you directly from your location and, once our culinary adventure is finished, ensure you are safely returned to your starting point.

Cinnamon Walawwa, Pathegama, Dickwella, Sri Lanka

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