Best place to try authentic Watalappam?
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Sven Eriksson•26670 rep•220
I have a huge sweet tooth. Where is the most authentic place to try the dessert called Watalappam?
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Watalappam is a traditional Sri Lankan Malay/Muslim dessert made of thick coconut milk, dark kithul jaggery, eggs, and cardamom. The best places to get it are Muslim-owned restaurants in Colombo (like Upali's, or any busy Biryani spot in Pettah).
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Nuwan Jayasinghe•44670 rep•11
It is super rich and sweet. During the Eid festival, local Muslim families make the absolute best homemade versions. If you make local friends, ask them!
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