Sri Lanka Meets Carolina: Spice, Flavor, and a Dash of Pizza

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, host Max Trujillo visits Aromaa, a new Sri Lankan restaurant in Raleigh. Max speaks with the owner Sherwin, his daughters Stephanie and Jennifer, and Chef Kalpa about the culinary delights of Sri Lankan cuisine. They discuss the restaurant's origins, the distinctive flavors and spices used in Sri Lankan cooking, and the differences between Sri Lankan and South Indian food. The conversation also covers Aromaa's unique blend of traditional Sri Lankan dishes and fusion items like curry pizzas, as well as their plans to introduce a full bar. The episode gives listeners an inside look at the restaurant's operations and showcases the passion and dedication of the Aromaa team. It concludes with a tasting session and a promise of more exciting culinary offerings to come. The NC F&B Podcast is produced, engineered and edited by Max Trujillo of @Trujillo.Media For inquiries about being a guest, or to sponsor the show, email max@ncfbpodcast.com

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Sri Lanka Meets Carolina: Spice, Flavor, and a Dash of Pizza is an episode from NC F&B Podcast by Max Trujillo.

This episode is 34:05 long.

This episode was published on Jul 17, 2025.

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