What is Jackfruit and Why Do We Serve it at GlenMyu Estate?
What is Jackfruit and Why Do We Serve it at GlenMyu Estate?
What is Jackfruit and Why Do We Serve it at GlenMyu Estate?
Jackfruit is one of the most remarkable fruits grown in Sri Lanka.
It is large, versatile, and packed with nutrition.
At GlenMyu Estate, we are proud to have several jackfruit trees on our land.
Guests can enjoy dishes made with this fruit during their stay.
It is an important part of our plant‑based and vegan menus.
Jackfruit - Great for Vegan and Plant Based Diets
For plant‑based and vegan guests, jackfruit is a perfect ingredient.
Its texture resembles meat when cooked, which makes it popular in curries and burgers.
At GlenMyu Estate, we use jackfruit to create dishes that are both satisfying and nutritious.
What makes jackfruit special?
Jackfruit is the largest tree‑borne fruit in the world.
It has a spiky green exterior and a sweet, fibrous interior.
The fruit is rich in vitamins, minerals, and fibre.
It is also a good source of antioxidants.
Jackfruit is low in calories yet filling, making it ideal for healthy diets.
Why do we serve jackfruit at GlenMyu Estate?
We believe in serving the freshest local produce.
Jackfruit grows naturally on our estate, so it is always available in season.
Our Sri Lankan sharing platter includes a delicious jackfruit curry.
Guests can also enjoy a jackfruit burger served with homemade fries.
These dishes highlight the versatility of the fruit and its role in Sri Lankan cuisine.
By eating jackfruit, guests experience authentic flavours of the island.
It is part of our commitment to plant‑based menus and sustainable dining.
Serving seasonal produce ensures that every meal is fresh and full of taste.
Staying at GlenMyu Estate
When you stay at GlenMyu Estate during your holiday in Sri Lanka, you enjoy tranquillity away from the crowds.
Yet you remain close to the sights of the Hill Country, including a day trip to Ella.
Our menus reflect the best of local produce, including jackfruit dishes prepared by Ru and the team.
Contact GlenMyu Estate by WhatsApp 00 94 752 999 272 for direct booking rates.
How to Book Direct for the Best Rates
Booking directly ensures the best value.
To secure the most attractive rates, contact GlenMyu Boutique Villa by WhatsApp on 00 94 752 999 272.
Direct booking also allows you to discuss preferences.
You can request tailored experiences and receive personal attention.
FAQ Section - What is Jackfruit?
What is jackfruit?
Jackfruit is a large tropical fruit rich in nutrients, grown widely in Sri Lanka.
Is jackfruit good for vegan diets?
Yes. Jackfruit is ideal for plant‑based and vegan diets due to its texture and nutrition.
What jackfruit dishes are served at GlenMyu Estate?
We serve jackfruit curry with our Sri Lankan sharing platter and a jackfruit burger with homemade fries.
When is jackfruit available?
Jackfruit is seasonal. At GlenMyu Estate, we serve it fresh when our trees produce fruit.
Why eat jackfruit in Sri Lanka?
Eating jackfruit in Sri Lanka means enjoying it fresh, local, and full of flavour, without long transport or preservation methods.
Why stay at GlenMyu?
Two Lounges where you can relax, chat and enjoy the views
GlenMyu Boutique Villa has two comfortable lounges that have views of the southern hills.
The middle floor have ample seating where you can sit together or separately, if you want some space.
Dining is on the lower floor of the house.
We also have a snug which is an ideal place to have a pre-dinner drink and chat about your day in the Sri Lankan hills.
Three comfortable Bedrooms
We only have three guest bedrooms at GlenMyu Boutique Villa.
The Mahogany and Mango bedrooms are situated on the middle floor and have a communal lounge.
All the beds in the bedrooms look out over the views to the south of the island through floor to ceiling windows.
Our Cinnamon bedroom is on the ground floor of the property and has direct access to the gardens.
The Swimming Pool
Our Natural Spring-Fed Swimming pool at GlenMyu Boutique Villa is located a short walk from the house.
Guests like that fact that it is private and not overlooked by the house.
Surrounded by nature, it is a wonderful place to relax whilst listening to the soundtrack of bird songs.
Food, glorious food!
Our food offering at GlenMyu Boutique Villa is mainly plant based or vegetarian as we are able to source good quality fresh ingredients.
However, we do offer some fish and chicken dishes for our guests.
Breakfast is quite substantial and guests often skip lunch.
We make our dishes freshly to order from the best ingredients we can find.
What we serve to you is important to us and Ru and the team have a good reputation for cuisine with a hint of Sri Lankan flavours.
Amma shows you how to cook Sri Lankan
We offer a complimentary Sri Lankan cookery demonstration at GlenMyu Boutique Villa when our guests order our Sri Lankan sharing platter.
The platter consists of six or seven vegetarian dishes and is served with rice or flat bread.
It’s a fun and interesting experience. We love it when our guests try making some of the dishes when they get home.
Ruwanthi's garden tour
There are five acres at GlenMyu Boutique Villa and we grow various fruits, vegetables, and spices.
Ruwanthi is happy to provide a garden tour to interested guests.
Often you will pick some of the ingredients that will be used in the meals that you will eat that evening.
Book directly and save
We recommend contacting us directly via WhatsApp for the best rates.
Message us at 00 94 752 999 272.
We reward guests for finding us directly by offering direct booking rates.
Stay at GlenMyu to explore the Sri Lankan Hill Country
GlenMyu is listed on Booking.com and Airbnb.
Contact us by the WhatsApp button on our website for direct booking rates.
Stay at GlenMyu as you explore the Sri Lankan Hill Country
See sights like Horton Plains National Park is a unique experience.
We only have three bedrooms and you will need to book early during the peak holiday season.
The estate is usually within an hours drive of the major sightseeing locations such as Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Town, Upper Diyaluma Waterfall, Lipton’s Seat, Bambarakanda Waterfall and many more.
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