Beyond Medicine:Doctors as Entrepreneurs

a) What made you to start a business whileyou were a 2nd year medical student?I had childhood dreams of becoming a doctorand an entrepreneur. While pursuing thequest to become a doctor I wanted to explorethe other dream too. The holidays, afterthe second MBBS examination gave me anopportunity to plan and execute my seconddream. I love to create and build things. Ithink being a good entrepreneur can makea big difference to society. Unfortunately,entrepreneurship is not accepted andrecognized in our society, partly becauseentrepreneurs haven’t fulfilled their socialresponsibilities to the extent expected ofthem which has led to a vicious cycle whereindividuals with broader…

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Lassana Flora aiming for global expansion

Lanka yet to tap global horticulture market The global greenhouse horticulture market reached a value of US$ 25.2 Billion in 2020 and looking forward, it is expected to grow at around 5% during 2021-2026. “However sadly Sri Lanka has not exploited even 1% of this huge market despite having the geographical potential to do so,” said Dr Lasantha Malavige. Sri Lanka’s horticulture exports are around USD 2 million while over 60% of the world market share is taken by the Netherlands. Some African countries are making rapid progress in entering these markets and it’s high time the local authorities have…

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Farm to doorstep in 24 hours from Lassana.com

Lassana.com, the leading flowers, cakes and gifting service provider in the country, has enhanced their product portfolio to introduce fresh fruits and vegetables by re-engineering their business operations to better fit market needs in a time of crisis.  Now, Lassana has fine-tuned a revolutionary methodology where most of their fresh produce reaches the customer within 24 hours of harvest. Introducing a freshness culture to the nation, Lassana.com has extended their long expertise of caring for flowers to fresh fruits and vegetables, ensuring that only the best practices are utilized in their sourcing and delivery. Sourcing produces directly from local farmers,…

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4 Delicious Cakes that are Healthy

Cakes are a delicious food that brings joy to anyone. That is why it is eaten to signify a celebration of some sort, or as a comfort snack in the evening. Along with the great taste, however, comes high sugar intake and calories. Today, several healthy cake options are out there for the health-conscious individual. The best part is that these cakes are as delicious as traditional cakes, minus the high amounts of sugar. In other words, you no longer have to feel guilty for having a slice! Here are four cakes that are delicious and healthy. Eggless Chocolate Cake This may sound…

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Flowers that Grow in Sri Lanka

What are the Flowers that Grow in Sri Lanka? Sitting on the equator, Sri Lanka is blessed with eternal summer. Due to the warmth and constant sunshine, you will always be able to find different types of fresh flowers in Sri Lanka. While the country has an extensive list of endemic flora, due to years of the trade from other countries, we also have flowering plants that aren’t native to Sri Lanka but that have nonetheless become part of the country. Here are some of the flowers that grow on the island.  Roses  Roses are certainly a fan favorite. These flowers are always…

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A Cake For Every Occasion

At Lassana Flora, we truly believe that it is always a good time for cake! Cakes are a great way to celebrate life’s special moments, even if it is not necessarily a special occasion, a cake brings joy and sweetness to life!  From cupcakes to birthday cakes or even healthy cakes, this sweet treat will always put a smile on any face— especially if it’s coupled with a bouquet of fresh flowers.  If you are thinking of sending a gift to a loved one to brighten their day, here are some cake ideas.  For Birthday Parties  Is it even a birthday party without a cake? Cakes and birthdays go together…

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Saying It With Flowers

There is something beautiful about a flower that cannot be expressed in words. Be it a lily, a rose or a chrysanthemum, it has a charm of its own and it relates a story of its own in its own language. A flower, is so many things.… With their beautiful collection of exquisite flowers, Lassana Flora has touched the hearts of Sri Lankans for years. It has been delivering happiness through its wide variety of flowers because they know the art of saying things with flowers, best.  Graceful Lilies All kinds of fragrant and non-fragrant tiger lilies that smile in different shades…

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More Than Just Flowers

Lassana Flora: More Than Just Flowers  Over the years Lassana Flora has firmly established itself as Sri Lanka’s premier one-stop-shop for all things flower-related. Our stores are widely spread and our flower delivery service takes place across the country. From birthdays to weddings, we have been by your side for it all, and now we are taking it a step further with our selection of fresh fruits and vegetables. We have always prioritized giving you the freshest flowers and now we do the same with our fruit and vegetable delivery service in Sri Lanka. Here are some factors that make our delivery service bar…

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