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The Singing Chef

Thirty-eight-plus years across the stove and the stage —
food, music, and performance, told as one story.

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His Story

Don Sherman presenting plated dishes as an Australian Culinary Federation chef

Known around the world as 'The Singing Chef.'

Don is renowned in his home country of Sri Lanka and around the world for a vibrant, unique style of presentation paired with dynamic culinary skill. Over 38 years, he's worked as a chef, TV personality, and restaurant owner — travelling the world to perform in food events, demonstrations, and shows.

His mainstream television cooking show, "Cook with Don," has brought joy into Sri Lankan households for over two and a half decades (24 years). He's been a brand ambassador for international names including Philips, Kenwood, and Panasonic — and his entertainment side has taken him further still: host, MC, and singer, performing in English, Sinhala, and Hindi.

Don writes and performs his own music, featured on his YouTube channel, and is passionate about fusing Eastern and Western flavours — innovations that have inspired popular cooking-song videos online. Today, alongside his performance work, Don serves as a Certificate III Trainer at a Registered Training Organisation.

Chef

Thirty-eight-plus years perfecting Sri Lankan and international cuisine, from fine dining to television.

SingerEN · SI · HI

Performing live in English, Sinhala, and Hindi — songwriting and singing alongside the stove.

EntertainerHOST / MC

Hosting and MCing events with the same showmanship he brings to the kitchen.

TV Personality

Over two decades (24 years) on air with Cook With Don, alongside Goldi Taste of Rhythm and FreshX — bringing his personality into Sri Lankan homes.

On Screen

Three shows, still on air.

Cook With Don

ITN · Every Sunday 11:00 AM

Goldi Taste of Rhythm

Swarnawahini · Every Saturday 8PM

FreshX

Rupavahini · Every Tuesday 9:30 PM

Culinary

From fine-dining plates to national brand campaigns.

Seared duck with mash, asparagus and glazed carrot

01Plated Fine Dining

Sliced duck breast with pesto and heirloom tomato

02Signature Plating

Don Sherman at the Nature's Pearls Legumes from Europe campaign

03Brand Campaign

04Editorial Spread

05Tableside Service

Don Sherman approving a finished noodle dish

06Approved by Don

Hover a plate

Poster for Don Sherman's original single, Gumuka Chupa

His Own Sound

He writes it. He sings it. He owns it.

Beyond the kitchen, Don writes and performs his own music — original songs featured on his YouTube channel, blending the same showmanship that defines his cooking with a genuine passion for melody and performance.

"Gumuka Chupa" — Original Single

Media & Career

Three decades of television, brands, and the stage.

Television

Cook With Don

Don's mainstream television cooking show brought joy into Sri Lankan households, blending culinary instruction with his signature entertainment style.

24Years on Air

Brand Ambassador

Philips · Kenwood · Panasonic

Trusted as the face of international kitchen and appliance brands, bringing culinary demonstrations to audiences across markets.

Recognition

Australian Culinary Federation

Recognised within the professional chef community, competing and presenting alongside the Australian Culinary Federation.

Music

Original Songs & YouTube

Writes and performs his own music — including the single "Gumuka Chupa" — reaching audiences through his YouTube channel alongside his cooking content.

Don Sherman on his television cooking set

Don Sherman presenting a finished dish on set

Recent Highlights

Moments worth celebrating.

Don Sherman receiving the Sri Lankabhimani Keerthi Sri Deshamanya Certificate of Honour on stage

Don Sherman lighting the ceremonial oil lamp at the Sri Rajakeeya Padanaama awards ceremony

Don Sherman seated among the audience at the awards ceremony

October 21, 2026

"Sri Lankabhimani Keerthi Sri Deshamanya"

National Title & Certificate of Honour — Sri Rajakeeya Padanaama

With immense pride and heartfelt gratitude, I am honoured to receive the prestigious "Sri Lankabhimani Keerthi Sri Deshamanya" National Title and Certificate of Honour from Sri Rajakeeya Padanaama.

This recognition inspires me to continue contributing towards our motherland, promoting Sri Lankan culture, and bringing honour to our nation through my culinary and artistic journey.

A proud moment, a humbling honour, and a greater responsibility. My sincere thanks to everyone who has been part of my journey.

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