Culinary Leaders

Anushka Fernando

Anushka Fernando

Anushka Fernando

Culinary Leaders

Personal Information

Name : Anushka Fernando
Home Town : Colombo, Sri Lanka 
Gender : Male
Date of Birth : August 17

Anushka Fernando is a contemporary culinary leader celebrated for a refined approach to modern international cuisine. By bridging classical foundations with bold global flavors, he creates dining experiences defined by elegance and innovation. With a career spanning luxury hubs in the United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka, Anushka has earned a reputation for precision and operational excellence in the world’s most demanding kitchens.

A specialist in luxury launches, Anushka played a pivotal role on the pre-opening teams for iconic destinations including Atlantis The Royal, Atlantis, The Palm, and The Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa. His tenure in Sri Lanka is equally distinguished, featuring leadership roles at The Fortress Resort & Spa, Mount Lavinia Hotel, and Cinnamon Bentota Beach. These roles have honed his unique ability to fuse international techniques with regional authenticity.

Expert in South American, French, and contemporary cuisines, Chef Anushka focuses on ingredient integrity and mentored leadership. Whether steering multicultural brigades through high-volume operations or crafting sophisticated menus, his work is driven by a disciplined commitment to modern gastronomy and the art of hospitality.