{"id":111181,"date":"2023-03-29T10:44:39","date_gmt":"2023-03-29T10:44:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/?p=111181"},"modified":"2023-03-29T10:46:06","modified_gmt":"2023-03-29T10:46:06","slug":"the-dutch-burgher-union-dbu-colombo-sri-lanka-by-joe-paiva","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/the-dutch-burgher-union-dbu-colombo-sri-lanka-by-joe-paiva\/","title":{"rendered":"The Dutch Burgher Union, (DBU)  Colombo, Sri Lanka \u2013 by Joe Paiva"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"font-weight: 400; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #333399;\"><strong>The Dutch Burgher Union, (DBU)\u00a0 Colombo, Sri Lanka \u2013<span style=\"color: #333399;\"> by Joe Paiva<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111186 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Dutch-Burgher-Union-DBU-Colombo-Sri-Lanka-elanka-1-scaled-e1680086313491.jpg\" alt=\"The DBU has undergone significant renovation, since I last visited a decade or more ago. In other words, a renaissance. May I say, a not so elegant duckling has evolved into a beautiful graceful swan. The present architecture and the ambiance truely reflects the period reminscent of the colonial Dutch period in Ceylon. The local architect and the project manager deserve to be applauded for their outstanding work. From my observations of the DBU it is a thriving, well patronised boutique hospitality venue in Colombo and growing in popularity. Lunch times are particularly busy. The complex consists of two floors. The ground floor where a small a cafe serves love, chocolate, jaggery cakes, and typical Burgher short eats. Customary beverages are available. My pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance is the tall, glass of cold, home made Ginger Beer and the authentic Dutch Burgher, Lamprai wrapped in real banana leaf. An alfresco food court surrounded by tropical greenery and an undercover L shaped dining area. I observed many patrons in neat casual summery attire either in the cafe, courtyard or dining area. On Saturdays from 7.00 pm a buffet dinner is provided with soft live back ground piano music, the evergreen classics of the 60s era such the music of Nat King Cole, Pat Boone and Johny Mathis. This establishment is dissimilar to other comparable venues in the heart of Colombo. It is enjoyable, relaxing, peaceful with an old world charm. The second floor consists of a spacious area with a number of small modular lounges, small bar, and well furnished area for formal business meetings and conferences. It also has a small alfresco area. A large Mango tree draws your attention where ever you are. Limited number of single and double bed rooms with modern on-suite facilities are available at present, with more being gradually introduced. The facilities on the 2nd floor are reserved for members of the DBU only. The DBU has a policy of inclusiveness and does not intend to restrict membership. However there is a protocol for becoming a member. Mr. David Colin - Thome is the President of the DBU.\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">The DBU has undergone significant renovation, since I last visited a decade or more ago. In other words, a renaissance.\u00a0 May I say, a not so elegant duckling has evolved into a beautiful graceful swan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">\u00a0The present architecture and the ambiance truely reflects the period reminscent of the colonial Dutch period\u00a0 in Ceylon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">The local architect and the project manager deserve to be applauded for their outstanding work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">From my observations of the DBU it is a thriving, well patronised boutique hospitality venue in Colombo and growing in popularity. Lunch times are particularly busy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">The complex consists of two floors. The ground floor where a small a cafe serves love, chocolate, jaggery cakes, and typical Burgher short eats. Customary\u00a0 beverages are available. My\u00a0\u00a0pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance\u00a0is the tall, glass of cold, home made Ginger Beer and the authentic Dutch Burgher,\u00a0Lamprai\u00a0wrapped in real banana leaf.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">\u00a0An alfresco food court surrounded by tropical greenery and an undercover L shaped dining area. I observed many\u00a0 patrons in neat casual summery attire either in the cafe, courtyard or dining area.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">On Saturdays from 7.00 pm a buffet dinner is provided with soft live back ground piano music, the evergreen classics of the 60s era such the music of Nat King Cole, Pat Boone and Johny Mathis.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">This establishment is dissimilar to other comparable venues in the heart of Colombo. It is enjoyable, relaxing, peaceful with an old world charm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">The second floor consists of a spacious area with a number of small modular lounges, small bar, and well furnished area for formal business meetings and\u00a0 conferences. It also has a small alfresco area. A large Mango tree draws your attention where ever you are. Limited number of single and double bed rooms with modern on-suite facilities are available at present, with more\u00a0 being gradually introduced.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">The facilities on the 2nd floor are reserved for members of the DBU only. The DBU has a policy of inclusiveness and does not intend to restrict membership. However there is a protocol for becoming a member.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\">Mr. David Colin &#8211; Thome is the President of the DBU.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111187 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_20230125_110743-scaled-e1680086297331.jpg\" alt=\"The DBU has undergone significant renovation, since I last visited a decade or more ago. In other words, a renaissance. May I say, a not so elegant duckling has evolved into a beautiful graceful swan. The present architecture and the ambiance truely reflects the period reminscent of the colonial Dutch period in Ceylon. The local architect and the project manager deserve to be applauded for their outstanding work. From my observations of the DBU it is a thriving, well patronised boutique hospitality venue in Colombo and growing in popularity. Lunch times are particularly busy. The complex consists of two floors. The ground floor where a small a cafe serves love, chocolate, jaggery cakes, and typical Burgher short eats. Customary beverages are available. My pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance is the tall, glass of cold, home made Ginger Beer and the authentic Dutch Burgher, Lamprai wrapped in real banana leaf. An alfresco food court surrounded by tropical greenery and an undercover L shaped dining area. I observed many patrons in neat casual summery attire either in the cafe, courtyard or dining area. On Saturdays from 7.00 pm a buffet dinner is provided with soft live back ground piano music, the evergreen classics of the 60s era such the music of Nat King Cole, Pat Boone and Johny Mathis. This establishment is dissimilar to other comparable venues in the heart of Colombo. It is enjoyable, relaxing, peaceful with an old world charm. The second floor consists of a spacious area with a number of small modular lounges, small bar, and well furnished area for formal business meetings and conferences. It also has a small alfresco area. A large Mango tree draws your attention where ever you are. Limited number of single and double bed rooms with modern on-suite facilities are available at present, with more being gradually introduced. The facilities on the 2nd floor are reserved for members of the DBU only. The DBU has a policy of inclusiveness and does not intend to restrict membership. However there is a protocol for becoming a member. Mr. David Colin - Thome is the President of the DBU.\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111185\" src=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Dutch-Burgher-Union-DBU-Colombo-Sri-Lanka-elanka-5-scaled-e1680086334996.jpg\" alt=\"The DBU has undergone significant renovation, since I last visited a decade or more ago. In other words, a renaissance. May I say, a not so elegant duckling has evolved into a beautiful graceful swan. The present architecture and the ambiance truely reflects the period reminscent of the colonial Dutch period in Ceylon. The local architect and the project manager deserve to be applauded for their outstanding work. From my observations of the DBU it is a thriving, well patronised boutique hospitality venue in Colombo and growing in popularity. Lunch times are particularly busy. The complex consists of two floors. The ground floor where a small a cafe serves love, chocolate, jaggery cakes, and typical Burgher short eats. Customary beverages are available. My pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance is the tall, glass of cold, home made Ginger Beer and the authentic Dutch Burgher, Lamprai wrapped in real banana leaf. An alfresco food court surrounded by tropical greenery and an undercover L shaped dining area. I observed many patrons in neat casual summery attire either in the cafe, courtyard or dining area. On Saturdays from 7.00 pm a buffet dinner is provided with soft live back ground piano music, the evergreen classics of the 60s era such the music of Nat King Cole, Pat Boone and Johny Mathis. This establishment is dissimilar to other comparable venues in the heart of Colombo. It is enjoyable, relaxing, peaceful with an old world charm. The second floor consists of a spacious area with a number of small modular lounges, small bar, and well furnished area for formal business meetings and conferences. It also has a small alfresco area. A large Mango tree draws your attention where ever you are. Limited number of single and double bed rooms with modern on-suite facilities are available at present, with more being gradually introduced. The facilities on the 2nd floor are reserved for members of the DBU only. The DBU has a policy of inclusiveness and does not intend to restrict membership. However there is a protocol for becoming a member. Mr. David Colin - Thome is the President of the DBU.\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111184\" src=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Dutch-Burgher-Union-DBU-Colombo-Sri-Lanka-elanka-4-scaled-e1680086353846.jpg\" alt=\"The DBU has undergone significant renovation, since I last visited a decade or more ago. In other words, a renaissance. May I say, a not so elegant duckling has evolved into a beautiful graceful swan. The present architecture and the ambiance truely reflects the period reminscent of the colonial Dutch period in Ceylon. The local architect and the project manager deserve to be applauded for their outstanding work. From my observations of the DBU it is a thriving, well patronised boutique hospitality venue in Colombo and growing in popularity. Lunch times are particularly busy. The complex consists of two floors. The ground floor where a small a cafe serves love, chocolate, jaggery cakes, and typical Burgher short eats. Customary beverages are available. My pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance is the tall, glass of cold, home made Ginger Beer and the authentic Dutch Burgher, Lamprai wrapped in real banana leaf. An alfresco food court surrounded by tropical greenery and an undercover L shaped dining area. I observed many patrons in neat casual summery attire either in the cafe, courtyard or dining area. On Saturdays from 7.00 pm a buffet dinner is provided with soft live back ground piano music, the evergreen classics of the 60s era such the music of Nat King Cole, Pat Boone and Johny Mathis. This establishment is dissimilar to other comparable venues in the heart of Colombo. It is enjoyable, relaxing, peaceful with an old world charm. The second floor consists of a spacious area with a number of small modular lounges, small bar, and well furnished area for formal business meetings and conferences. It also has a small alfresco area. A large Mango tree draws your attention where ever you are. Limited number of single and double bed rooms with modern on-suite facilities are available at present, with more being gradually introduced. The facilities on the 2nd floor are reserved for members of the DBU only. The DBU has a policy of inclusiveness and does not intend to restrict membership. However there is a protocol for becoming a member. Mr. David Colin - Thome is the President of the DBU.\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111183\" src=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Dutch-Burgher-Union-DBU-Colombo-Sri-Lanka-elanka-3-scaled-e1680086370127.jpg\" alt=\"The DBU has undergone significant renovation, since I last visited a decade or more ago. In other words, a renaissance. May I say, a not so elegant duckling has evolved into a beautiful graceful swan. The present architecture and the ambiance truely reflects the period reminscent of the colonial Dutch period in Ceylon. The local architect and the project manager deserve to be applauded for their outstanding work. From my observations of the DBU it is a thriving, well patronised boutique hospitality venue in Colombo and growing in popularity. Lunch times are particularly busy. The complex consists of two floors. The ground floor where a small a cafe serves love, chocolate, jaggery cakes, and typical Burgher short eats. Customary beverages are available. My pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance is the tall, glass of cold, home made Ginger Beer and the authentic Dutch Burgher, Lamprai wrapped in real banana leaf. An alfresco food court surrounded by tropical greenery and an undercover L shaped dining area. I observed many patrons in neat casual summery attire either in the cafe, courtyard or dining area. On Saturdays from 7.00 pm a buffet dinner is provided with soft live back ground piano music, the evergreen classics of the 60s era such the music of Nat King Cole, Pat Boone and Johny Mathis. This establishment is dissimilar to other comparable venues in the heart of Colombo. It is enjoyable, relaxing, peaceful with an old world charm. The second floor consists of a spacious area with a number of small modular lounges, small bar, and well furnished area for formal business meetings and conferences. It also has a small alfresco area. A large Mango tree draws your attention where ever you are. Limited number of single and double bed rooms with modern on-suite facilities are available at present, with more being gradually introduced. The facilities on the 2nd floor are reserved for members of the DBU only. The DBU has a policy of inclusiveness and does not intend to restrict membership. However there is a protocol for becoming a member. Mr. David Colin - Thome is the President of the DBU.\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-111182\" src=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Dutch-Burgher-Union-DBU-Colombo-Sri-Lanka-elanka-2-scaled-e1680086391509.jpg\" alt=\"The DBU has undergone significant renovation, since I last visited a decade or more ago. In other words, a renaissance. May I say, a not so elegant duckling has evolved into a beautiful graceful swan. The present architecture and the ambiance truely reflects the period reminscent of the colonial Dutch period in Ceylon. The local architect and the project manager deserve to be applauded for their outstanding work. From my observations of the DBU it is a thriving, well patronised boutique hospitality venue in Colombo and growing in popularity. Lunch times are particularly busy. The complex consists of two floors. The ground floor where a small a cafe serves love, chocolate, jaggery cakes, and typical Burgher short eats. Customary beverages are available. My pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance is the tall, glass of cold, home made Ginger Beer and the authentic Dutch Burgher, Lamprai wrapped in real banana leaf. An alfresco food court surrounded by tropical greenery and an undercover L shaped dining area. I observed many patrons in neat casual summery attire either in the cafe, courtyard or dining area. On Saturdays from 7.00 pm a buffet dinner is provided with soft live back ground piano music, the evergreen classics of the 60s era such the music of Nat King Cole, Pat Boone and Johny Mathis. This establishment is dissimilar to other comparable venues in the heart of Colombo. It is enjoyable, relaxing, peaceful with an old world charm. The second floor consists of a spacious area with a number of small modular lounges, small bar, and well furnished area for formal business meetings and conferences. It also has a small alfresco area. A large Mango tree draws your attention where ever you are. Limited number of single and double bed rooms with modern on-suite facilities are available at present, with more being gradually introduced. The facilities on the 2nd floor are reserved for members of the DBU only. The DBU has a policy of inclusiveness and does not intend to restrict membership. However there is a protocol for becoming a member. Mr. David Colin - Thome is the President of the DBU.\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Dutch Burgher Union, (DBU)\u00a0 Colombo, Sri Lanka \u2013 by Joe Paiva The DBU has undergone significant renovation, since I last visited a decade or more ago. 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In other words, a renaissance. May I say, a not so elegant duckling has evolved into a beautiful graceful swan. The present architecture and the ambiance truely reflects the period reminscent of the colonial Dutch period in Ceylon. The local architect and the project manager deserve to be applauded for their outstanding work. From my observations of the DBU it is a thriving, well patronised boutique hospitality venue in Colombo and growing in popularity. Lunch times are particularly busy. The complex consists of two floors. The ground floor where a small a cafe serves love, chocolate, jaggery cakes, and typical Burgher short eats. Customary beverages are available. My pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance is the tall, glass of cold, home made Ginger Beer and the authentic Dutch Burgher, Lamprai wrapped in real banana leaf. An alfresco food court surrounded by tropical greenery and an undercover L shaped dining area. 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