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Fariha Amber

Fariha Amber is a Contributor & Food Columnist at Star Lifestyle

5 movies that teach entrepreneurs more than business school ever could

5 movies that teach entrepreneurs more than business school ever could

19 September 2024, 10:58 AM
While we enjoy movies of all sorts from thriller to comedy, some actually give us invaluable life lessons. If you are an entrepreneur or someone who wants to take on that path, these movies are definitely for you to watch.
19 September 2024, 10:58 AM
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Quick and delicious recipes with All Time Family Cake

10 June 2024, 06:19 AM
While we may have the main dishes sorted with an assortment of beef and mutton recipes, this Eid, let’s not leave desserts out.
10 June 2024, 06:19 AM
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Regal biriyani recipes with PRAN Ghee Premium

10 June 2024, 06:04 AM
Regal biriyani recipes
10 June 2024, 06:04 AM
lemonade recipes for hot summer days

How to jazz up your regular lemonade in two minutes!

4 May 2024, 08:21 AM
Lemonade is one of our go-to summer essentials this year, and although the original recipe is delicious as it is, here are 5 ways you can jazz it up, that too in under 2 minutes!
4 May 2024, 08:21 AM
Shrimp-tastic summer: Light and lively recipes for seafood lovers

Light and delicious: Shrimp recipes for summer

18 April 2024, 12:22 PM
Summer brings with it clear skies and dazzling sunshine, but more often than not, it also alters our taste preferences. Light, zesty, and herby recipes seem to taste better when the sun’s up and shining. Thus, here are 4 shrimp recipes to try for you this summer, so that you may savour delicious food while you beat the heat!
18 April 2024, 12:22 PM
Inviting children over for Eid? Try out these delicious recipes!

Inviting children over for Eid? Try out these delicious recipes!

8 April 2024, 09:26 AM
Often the most discerning critics, children can present a challenge when it comes to meal planning, especially during festive occasions like Eid. To ensure your celebration is a culinary success, it's essential to craft dishes that appeal to their tastes.
8 April 2024, 09:26 AM
No oil, no problem: Delicious air fryer recipes for busy foodies

No oil, no problem: Delicious air fryer recipes for busy foodies 

1 April 2024, 18:00 PM
With the joy and blessings of the holy month also comes the constant worry about what to make for iftar, and Eid.
1 April 2024, 18:00 PM
Healthy iftar recipes that kids will actually love

Healthy iftar recipes that kids will actually love

14 March 2024, 11:18 AM
Every mother goes through the conundrum — what to feed their children — the picky eaters of the family — during iftar. Ensuring that children get the right nutrients can be quite challenging, especially if a mum has to stay busy with outside appointments. However, there is a solution to this problem — quick iftar recipes that are as delightful as they are nutritious. This Ramadan, let flavours meet health through these easy-to-make iftar recipes.
14 March 2024, 11:18 AM
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For the love of Bengali food!

As MasterChef Australia Season 13 came to a terrific end, Kishwar bagged the third position in the season finale. However, this title is just one part of her tremendous achievements that she has attained through this global competition. Being a Bangladeshi rooted “home cook,” she won the hearts of millions in the Bengali diaspora.    
13 July 2021, 18:00 PM
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Scrumptiously cheesy

Mozzarella cheese is not only delicious to taste but has several health advantages too. Mozzarella contains a powerhouse of minerals that are highly beneficial for the body, is a rich source of protein, and is great for bone health.
12 July 2021, 18:00 PM
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With a kiss of olive oil!

Although regular usage of oil in cooking is associated with an unhealthy diet, one cannot deny that oil is ubiquitous when it comes to cooking. A healthier alternative to use instead of regular cooking oil is extra virgin olive oil, such as Well’s Extra Virgin Olive Oil. 
12 July 2021, 18:00 PM
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KC redefining luxury living

If you ever walk into a building tucked away in Italy, you will be marvelling at the remarkable interior décor and furniture pieces. Walk into KC’s design studio and you shall be greeted with the same aura, right here in Bangladesh.
21 June 2021, 18:00 PM
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Rising consumer awareness — a propeller of the dairy industry

The dairy industry is diverse with several milk-based products, and with so many available options to choose from, consumers now demand a higher degree of safety and nutrition from their food. Not only that, consumers in all sectors depict an increasing level of awareness and seek more information regarding the food they purchase.
6 June 2021, 18:00 PM
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The altering consumer trends in milk consumption

“Currently, there are so many alternative forms to consume milk which were not available previously, such as cheese, yoghurt, milk powder and flavoured milk. So, although milk is not directly consumed as it was done before, people are consuming it via other means, which also reduces the dependency on plain milk,” he said.
6 June 2021, 18:00 PM
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Post-Eid Munchies

Food is the universal language of celebration. Come to think of it, every occasion or festival is incomplete without a little indulgence and food. However, sometimes, we tend to splurge a bit too much and cook out of proportion, especially when the occasion is highly significant, such as Eid.
24 May 2021, 18:00 PM
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Delicious dishes featuring pistachios

Pistachio is undeniably one of the best gifts of nature. A precious ingredient that invigorates both senses, being not only stimulating to the taste palate, but also appeasing to the eyes with its subtle green hue. Albeit being a simple ingredient with humble origins, a little bit of pistachio adds a touch of royalty to any dish.
24 May 2021, 18:00 PM
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Life after lupus

Teens is supposedly a fun phase of life. Enjoying a greater degree of freedom, finally beginning to fathom the essence of education, partnered with an added sense of responsibility and often times, a rebellious attitude are the definitive characteristics of a teenager.
17 May 2021, 18:00 PM
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Charcuterie, or cheese boards for Eid

Charcuterie, or cheese boards, comprise a medley of delicious flavours and textures that pair well together. Its assemblage of elements that includes everything from sweet to savoury, crunchy and soft, fresh or cold — absolutely whatever your heart desires. Not only that, it is also a fun project where you can flaunt your presentation skills!
10 May 2021, 18:00 PM
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Flavours locked in spices and herbs

The redolent aroma and vibrant colours of spices and herbs are by themselves enough to invigorate our senses. While the brick red of cayenne pepper contains attention seeking qualities, the subtle hues of Himalayan salt on the other hand are very appeasing to the eyes.
10 May 2021, 18:00 PM
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This Eid, find your style at ISHO

In the span of just over a year, we have witnessed the world come to a standstill. We have had to adapt and accommodate to several new practices and habits.
26 April 2021, 18:00 PM
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Delicious milkshakes for summer

Ramadan coinciding with the peak summer season this year is a situation we do not quite like. While the summer heat is enough to dehydrate us on its own, the added lack of fluid intake for prolonged hours shall further deprive us of energy.
26 April 2021, 18:00 PM
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Drinks to quench your thirst

This bright orange mocktail with a dash of scarlet seeping in from the bottom screams summer in the most delectable way possible. Filled with the goodness of summer fruits and berries such as mango, strawberry, and raspberry,
26 April 2021, 18:00 PM
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Beat the heat with ISPI

Instant powder drinks are an essential and practical pantry staple during summer, especially in countries with a hot climate. A quick and easy remedy to satiate your thirst in a delicious manner, they are preferred by children and adults alike.
19 April 2021, 18:00 PM
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Fasting and feasting with Jhatpot

Against all recurring setbacks, we ought to be grateful to be blessed with yet another Ramadan. However, juggling between work and house
19 April 2021, 18:00 PM
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Desserts and drinks

Rooh Afza, also known as the “summer drink of the east” has made its mark as an indispensable part of our iftar menu during the holy month
19 April 2021, 18:00 PM
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Healthy Bengal – a holistic platform for physical and mental wellbeing

When we think of health, we automatically presume the term refers to physical wellbeing and fitness only. However, over time as we delve deeper into the world of wellbeing, we realise that health is not only limited to a good physique.
12 April 2021, 18:00 PM
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The untapped potential of the healthcare industry of Bangladesh

In regards to this, Dr Shagufa Anwar, Director of Communication and Business Development at United Hospital Limited, shares her opinions and experience.
28 March 2021, 18:00 PM
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Millennials doing it right!

As we advance in life from being toddlers to adolescents, then teenagers and adults, and once we finally embrace parenthood, we begin to decipher the circle of life. Although the stages every individual goes through remain the same, the process is in a constant state of modification as we transition from one generation to the next.
28 March 2021, 18:00 PM

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