Food Studio Unveils Five Culinary Concepts at Colombo City Centre
Food Studio has strengthened its presence at Colombo City Centre (CCC) with the launch of five distinct culinary concepts at the mall’s Dining Gallery, marking a significant expansion in Colombo’s evolving food and beverage landscape. The development brings together a mix of established favourites, refreshed brands, and entirely new concepts designed to cater to changing consumer preferences and the growing demand for diverse dining experiences.
The new line-up includes Primo, which has been a longstanding part of the location, alongside Hotel Manoli, making its debut at CCC after operating at One Galle Face. The offering is further complemented by a revamped Bamboo Boy and two new concepts, Wide Eyes and Kimono, creating a portfolio that spans multiple cuisines and dining occasions under one roof.
The expansion reflects Food Studio’s broader strategy of building scalable food and beverage brands while strengthening Colombo City Centre’s position as a leading lifestyle and retail destination. Industry observers note that consumer demand is increasingly shifting towards curated dining experiences that combine variety, convenience, and quality within a single location.
Speaking on the development, Food Studio Managing Director and Liberty Lands & Developments Group CEO Naveed Cader described the launch as an important milestone in the company’s growth journey. He noted that the refreshed Dining Gallery represents an evolution of the Food Studio concept and aligns with broader investments in hospitality, entertainment, and lifestyle ventures with long-term growth potential.
The five concepts have been designed to serve different customer segments and dining preferences. Hotel Manoli focuses on Middle Eastern-inspired comfort food, while Bamboo Boy offers Southeast Asian flavours influenced by Malaysian, Singaporean, and Indonesian cuisine. Kimono introduces a Japanese-inspired menu featuring ramen, sushi, and donburi, while Wide Eyes centres on specialty coffee and artisanal beverages. Primo continues its focus on freshly prepared sandwiches, bagels, and handcrafted meals.
Food Studio CEO Nadeem Rajabdeen said the company has shifted its focus towards building fewer brands with stronger identities and long-term scalability. He noted that each concept was developed around a specific customer need and culinary story, reflecting changing consumer expectations within Sri Lanka’s dining sector.
The launch comes at a time when Colombo’s hospitality industry is experiencing renewed momentum, supported by rising tourism arrivals, growing consumer spending, and increased demand for modern dining experiences. Analysts believe that food and beverage concepts offering both variety and strong brand identity are likely to play a key role in shaping the next phase of growth within the city’s restaurant industry.
With the introduction of five specialised brands under one destination, Food Studio is positioning itself at the forefront of Colombo’s competitive dining market while laying the foundation for future expansion beyond individual locations.