Negombo, Sri Lanka – Luster Cafe, the newly opened café by Solar Jewellery, has quickly established itself as a unique and elegant destination for both locals and international visitors near Katunayake Airport in Seeduwa, Negombo. As part of the growing reputation of Solar Jewellery, which specializes in exquisite gold and gem designs, Luster Cafe offers a beautiful combination of world-class coffee and a high-end jewellery shopping experience.

In a bid to offer their clientele a top-tier coffee experience, Luster Cafe partnered with Damn Fine Coffee, Sri Lanka’s leading supplier of premium coffee solutions. The café invested LKR 6 million in a complete coffee setup, including high-end machines and accessories from Damn Fine Coffee’s exclusive collection.

Premium Machines and Equipment Installed at Luster Cafe

The café’s investment in premium coffee equipment was designed to ensure the highest-quality coffee, mirroring the luxury of their jewellery offerings. As part of their café setup, they purchased:

• Victoria Arduino Tempo Neo 2-Group (White Edition) – Known for its elegant design and exceptional espresso extraction, the white edition of this machine was chosen to complement the sleek, refined interior of the café and its jewellery-themed décor.
  Victoria Arduino Tempo Neo 2-Group
• Rancilio Kryo OD Grinder – This top-tier grinder ensures precise grind consistency, essential for creating the perfect espresso and specialty coffee.
  Rancilio Kryo OD
• Professional Barista Accessory Kit – A complete set of tools to help baristas maintain consistency and precision in every cup.
  Barista Accessory Kit

Additionally, Luster Cafe also stocked up on high-quality cups, mugs, and glassware to match their premium coffee offerings.
Coffee Cups & Glassware

Training, Calibration, and Setup

To ensure a seamless start, Damn Fine Coffee provided free barista training, along with the installation and machine calibration services. This enabled Luster Cafe to serve barista-quality beverages right from the beginning, delivering a smooth and consistent coffee experience for their customers.

Quality Ingredients for Superior Beverages

Luster Cafe’s commitment to offering the best beverages is reflected in their choice of ingredients. Damn Fine Coffee supplies them with Ceylon Classic Coffee, Tempo Hot Chocolate, and Oatly Milk to create an exceptional menu of specialty coffee and beverages that stand out in both flavour and quality.

• Ceylon Classic Coffee
• Tempo Hot Chocolate
• Oatly Plant-Based Milk Alternatives

These premium ingredients ensure that Luster Cafe can offer delicious, mouth-watering drinks that keep customers coming back for more.

A Unique Concept: Jewellery and Coffee Together

Luster Cafe, with its stunning combination of elegant jewellery shopping and high-quality coffee, offers visitors an unforgettable experience. The café serves as an extension of the Solar Jewellery brand, catering to both local patrons and international travelers, with a focus on luxury, comfort, and quality. Whether you’re shopping for gold or gems, or simply enjoying a perfectly brewed espresso, Luster Cafe has quickly become a must-visit spot.

The choice of a white Victoria Arduino Tempo machine perfectly matches the café’s upscale vibe, mirroring the luxurious feel of their jewellery store. This attention to detail elevates the coffee experience, making Luster Cafe a standout destination for coffee enthusiasts.

A Strong Partnership for Success

With Damn Fine Coffee providing the best coffee equipment, premium coffee beans, and barista training, Luster Cafe is set up for success. Since the installation on October 23rd, 2025, the café has enjoyed a steady increase in foot traffic and customer satisfaction, driven by its commitment to quality in both coffee and service.

Damn Fine Coffee continues to lead the market as the best-tasting coffee provider and specialty coffee solutions company in Sri Lanka. Their partnership with Luster Cafe is just one example of how the brand is revolutionizing the coffee industry in the region, offering complete café solutions that include not only premium equipment but also training and ongoing support.

Luster Cafe by Solar is the latest addition to the growing coffee culture in Sri Lanka, combining luxury with taste in a truly unique way. Thanks to their collaboration with Damn Fine Coffee, the café is able to provide a world-class coffee experience that meets the expectations of both locals and international visitors.