Nestled in the heart of Suriyakantha Walawwa, an 18th-century aristocratic home turned living museum and cultural centre in Kandy, the Meda Midula Café invites you to savour authentic Sri Lankan cuisine in an unforgettable setting.

Our “garden within” lives up to its name: an open-air sanctuary where freshness, light, and centuries-old colonnades turn every meal into a moment of harmony between heritage, nature, and taste. Each dish celebrates the rhythm of the seasons and the artistry of local ingredients — an experience both sensory and aesthetic.

Since its opening, the café has blossomed into one of the most distinctive dining experiences in Kandy.

What began as a modest tea-corner has grown into an elegant courtyard restaurant that welcomes up to twenty-five guests beneath its terracotta-tiled galleries and jasmine-scented breeze.

Under the toque of Chef Prasanna Upajeewa and his brother Desirathne, the Meda Midula Café serves traditional Sri Lankan dishes infused with a bold touch of creativity and a playful sense of freedom — in perfect harmony with the spirit of Suriyakantha.

Please note : Booking your experience in advance is mandatory. This allows us to anticipate your needs and serve you to perfection.

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Culinary Demonstrations at Meda Midula Café

Discover the Art of Kandyan Cooking — in the Heart of Sri Lanka 

At the Meda Midula Café, guests are invited to go beyond tasting — to cook, create, and connect. Responding to growing demand, our team now offers intimate culinary demonstrations and Sri Lankan cooking classes in Kandy that culminate in a shared meal beneath the colonnades of the Suriyakantha Walawwa.

Guided by Chef Prasanna Upajeewa, participants discover the secrets of traditional Kandyan recipes, local spices, and ancestral techniques. Each session unfolds as a journey of colours, aromas, and flavours — a moment of learning and conviviality that celebrates the island’s vibrant culinary heritage.

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