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A cut apart

As shows like Masterchef and Top Chef take over prime time television, us urban Bangladeshis have acquainted ourselves with words such as rib-eye, chuck etc.
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM

The hunt for the right spice

In this day and age, just about all the spices you need to cook up a storm are pre-packed as powders, in the form of a paste or freeze dried. What's there to even hunt? You can even get pre-mixes delivered to your door steps. All that is left is to cook up a meaty bonanza this Eid!
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Cats Eye Eid Collection

Cats Eye is a renowned name in the fashion arena of Bangladesh. Most urban Dhakaiites would visit the place at least once to see what is in for the season. It is no different for Eid-ul-Azha.
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Why I will not log into Facebook this Eid

Shall I dare visit social media during the upcoming Qurbani Eid? I'd rather not. You see, my 'friends list' is quite diverse, which is not necessarily a good thing.
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Forever in love with white

When we think of the colour white, the first thing that pops in mind is 'purity'. No wonder people from the Middle Eastern and those of the far West prefer to wear it on their special day.
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM

bKash offers instant cash back on shopping

bKash is offering 20 percent instant cash back to its customers on shopping, at certain outlets on the occasion of Eid-ul- Azha. The offer (valid till the Eid-ul-Azha day) is available at 1344 outlets of 50 leading brands in fashion, footwear, e-commerce and super shops.
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM

The meaning of sacrifice

It is not their meat nor the blood that reaches Allah, it is the piety of the believer— the holy Qur'an (Chapter 22; Verse 37)
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Mermaid offers discount

Mermaid Beach Resort at Cox's Bazar is offering 50 percent off before Eid! Residents can stay at the resort's various cottages with the most modern facilities for comfort and convenience.
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Pointers for a stress free Eid

A successful Eid party lives on in everyone's memory long after the last glass of punch has been sipped and the last bit of dessert eaten. But the fuss and frustration of planning can be a big party pooper.
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Grocery card by Mastercard, Shwapno, and EBL

Mastercard in partnership with EBL has launched the 'First Titanium Grocery Credit Card' in Bangladesh for Shwapno customers. Cardholders are eligible to 2.5 percent cash voucher on monthly shopping. Additionally, cardholders will get Shwapno loyalty points which can be redeemed at its outlets.
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Celebrating Eid-ul-Azha the cleanliness edition

The Eid of sacrifice is less than a week away. The cattle are arriving, tickets are being booked and recipes are being dusted out.
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Secret to longevity lies in healing body, says Singaporean doctor

The secret to longevity lies in healing the body, says a Singaporean doctor.
28 August 2017, 04:42 AM

This Week's Horrorscope

Create a war council for every problem you face.
23 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Offal recipes - The ultimate nose to tail cooking

Organ meats, sometimes referred to as 'offal' are the organs of animals that humans prepare and consume as food. Are you looking for new ways to incorporate organ meats into your diet?
21 August 2017, 18:00 PM

The Emperor's Table in Osmani Style

Being Bengalis we often relish consuming rich food that resonates drooling, dripping masala and meat concoction. Here we have assembled few stunning dishes from the veteran recipe writer and food connoisseur Shawkat Osman only for your indulgence.
21 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Pros and Cons of Red Meat

The love for red meat knows no bounds especially when Eid-ul-Azha is just around the corner. You could be one of the passionate buyers intensely searching through the herd in Gabtoli
21 August 2017, 18:00 PM

EID SPECIAL RECIPES

Don't we all love Eid Ul Azha? The perfect time for indulgence into savoury beef items and flavourful mutton cuisine!
21 August 2017, 18:00 PM

KNOW YOUR GOAT

Whenever the Eid-ul-Azha comes around, there is a distinct shuffle of enthusiastic fingers on the keyboard looking for all those mouth-watering recipe tutorials on Youtube. But the first hurdle thrown by most recipes are the various cuts of meat. So let us dissect the issue, pun intended.
21 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Colour Ideas by Asian Paints

Asian Paints Bangladesh has opened its 'Color Idea Store' in Uttara, Dhaka. General Manager Ritesh Doshi, who was present at the opening press conference, said that the Color Idea Store
21 August 2017, 18:00 PM

Dim sum fest at Le Méridien

Le Méridien Dhaka is currently running a dim sum fest at one of its flagship restaurants, Latitude 23. The event, which started on 17 August, will run till 31 August, 2017.
21 August 2017, 18:00 PM