A Taste of Sri Lanka Comes to Surry Hills at Kurumba

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Transport your taste buds from Surry Hills to the street food stalls of Sri Lanka at Kurumba, the neighbourhood’s vibrant new restaurant dedicated to authentic island cuisine.  

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Led by head chef and co-owner Augustus De Hoedt, Kurumba serves up modern, luxe takes on traditional dishes. Expect aromatic curries, seafood delicacies, and more – each dish crafted from local ingredients per authentic Sri Lankan recipes.

The De Hoedt family previously operated the popular Sri Lankan restaurant and pastry shop The Fold in Dulwich Hill, which closed in July 2023. 

They have now brought their culinary talents to Kurumba, named after the Sinhala word for baby coconut. Dishes range from lobster kottu rotti and hot butter soft shell crab to crispy pork belly curry, taking inspiration from the street food Augustus and family enjoyed in Sri Lanka.

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Photo credit: Kurumba Restaurant & Wine Bar/Facebook

Seafood shines in dishes like the Kajugama tiger prawns and Lankan devilled fish in hot tomato sauce and chilli oil. For something decadent, try the roast chicken served with coconut curry sauce. 

Photo credit: Kurumba Restaurant & Wine Bar/Facebook

With a dining room upstairs and the Hopper Bar downstairs, the two-storey Crown Street venue offers a contemporary setting for this taste of Sri Lanka. 

Augustus’ wife Dilki manages the front-of-house with the same commitment to hospitality and sharing her Sri Lankan heritage. Together with their sons Travin and Jason, the De Hoedts have created a welcoming, family-run restaurant sharing their love of Sri Lankan food and culture.

Photo credit: Kurumba Restaurant & Wine Bar/Facebook

With its authentic dishes and passionate family team, Kurumba brings a true taste of Sri Lanka to Surry Hills. The menu takes you on an exploration of flavours that Augustus De Hoedt grew up with and now expertly recreates with premium Australian ingredients. 

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For a memorable culinary journey, visit this exciting new destination for modern Sri Lankan cuisine. Kurumba is open daily, except on Mondays. They are located at 555 Crown St, Surry Hills. Check out their Facebook page for more details. 

Published 25-September-2023