Text from the venue's menu. Dishes and prices can change, so check with the venue.
THREE ELEPHANTS & CO.
FLAVOURS OF SRI LANKA
gf – gluten free | v - vegan Please speak to our staff for any allergy concerns.
All menu options are subject to seasonal availability.
LET’S START MAINS
CLASSIC SRI LANKAN CROQUETTES (3) ST KILDA’S FAVOURITE CHICKEN CURRY (gf)
Spiced tuna and potato, Classic hill country recipe, served with
Homemade tomato relish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 coconut sambal & green beans . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
VEGETARIAN PAN ROLL (v) NEGOMBO FISH CURRY (gf)
Spiced spring vegetables rolled in a handmade
pancake,
STORY OF CHEF LAKI
From an early age, Laki was fascinated by
the magical world of cooking. The smell
of crushed spices, the crackling of wood
fire and the subtle sounds of culinary
finesse all added to the overwhelming
anticipation to indulge in his father’s
cooking. Growing up in a small rural
town, fresh produce was available all day
and rice from paddies owned by the
family.
Traditional Sri Lanka is rich in culture with
culinary roots spanning more than 2500
years. Ancient wisdom is still present in
lifestyle with most ingredients in food
selected for their medicinal, healing and
nutritional properties. The island nation
has observed relentless upheavals
throughout the ages with some influence
on the country’s cuisine. At Three
Elephants & Co, we offer the same
diversity seen today and celebrated
everywhere.
At the age of 24, Laki moved to Birchip in
regional Victoria and soon found himself
at the heart of the local scene. He was
head chef at the Birchip Hotel, preparing
and cooking meals for the hungry locals
and visitors alike. When he saw the
endless Mallee farms that reached far
beyond the horizon, it reminded him of
the same picturesque landscape where
he grew up.
He formed a strong bond with the local
community members and shared their
hardships particularly during the drought
years. Socialising with local farmers and
preparing meals ‘til late in the night
during the harvesting season are his
most cherished memories. Through his
cooking, Laki shared his childhood
experience with the people of Birchip,
which will always remain his second
home.
Laki carefully selects seasonal produce to
create the most wholesome and
flavoursome meals, adding his own
variation and style to develop a truly
unique experience. Three Elephants & Co
is the beginning of a new journey.