Monday, June 29, 2015

Buddhist Monk BBS Gnanasara Eats Pan Fried Monkfish

Colombo TelegraphJune 28, 2015
AnAs an organization the leadership of the Bodu Bala Sena and its Secretary General, Buddhist monk Galagoda Atte Gnanasara are famous for setting controversial trends, such as introducing a new tradition for Buddhist Monks to consume their alms in restaurants.
Monk Gnanasara is pictured here enjoying a “Pan Fried Monkfish” meal at the famous Barefoot Garden Café in the presence of an acquaintance.
GnanasaraThe trendy upmarket garden restaurant Barefoot, states in its website “The Garden café is an oasis in the heart of Colombo and an ideal venue to relax with friends. The blackboard menu displays the daily lunch specials. Try the legendary Black Pork Curry or the notable Spinach Quiche and we also have a fine selection of wines and beers. We have live Jazz every Friday evening and on Sunday afternoons. The famous Colombo Pub Quiz takes place on Wednesdays from 8 pm. The space is also used to host cultural events, private dinners and parties at night”.                                                                Read More