Freed from old taste habits and growing with curiosity, Dhaka’s emerging coffee scene offers a rare chance to build a culture from the ground up

Experience authentic Bangladeshi culture through bhorta, a fiery mashed dish featuring pungent mustard oil and raw onions. This humble staple unites hearts across Dhaka, offering a spicy, soulful connection to heritage through simple, hand-pressed ingredients.

Discover authentic Bengali sweetmeats by prioritizing natural milk and wood-fired stoves over industrial city methods. Expert village artisans preserve cultural legacies through handmade techniques, ensuring every bite delivers a superior, traditional, and nostalgic taste.

Transform your culinary passion into a professional career with Chef Nayeem Ashraf. From Le Cordon Bleu to founding SHINEE in Dhaka, he prioritizes kitchen discipline and hospitality education to redefine the industry in Bangladesh.

Experience cultural preservation with Sanchayita, Faiza Ahmed’s plant-based culinary venture. By reimagining traditional semolina halwa and sabudana kheer using coconut milk and nolen gur, she restores Bengali heritage food into contemporary, sustainable, and healthy everyday dining.

A plate of polao-roast: Eid’s signature pairing

In cities, towns and villages alike, the scents of frying, citrus and spice stitch together the shared anticipation of iftar

Revitalize your Iftar with nutrient-dense salads featuring chickpeas, grilled chicken, and fresh greens. These hydrating bowls stabilize blood sugar and provide essential fiber, offering a healthy, energizing alternative to traditional deep-fried Ramadan snacks in Dhaka.

Defend culinary authenticity in Dhaka this Ramadan by exploring the fierce debate between traditional beef haleem and chicken imposters. Value slow-cooked heritage and Arabian harees roots over modern convenience to preserve genuine iftar flavours.

Ananda Confectionery, founded in 1920, continues to anchor Old Dhaka’s iftar tables with timeless delicacies

Upgrade your Ramadan with 5 nutritious, high-protein iftar ideas using local Bangladeshi ingredients. Boost energy and avoid fatigue with these healthy recipes.

Discover why authentic food culture in Bangladesh prioritizes flavor over Instagram-friendly aesthetics. While modern restaurants inflate prices for decor, hidden gems and street vendors prove that high-quality, delicious meals remain accessible without a hefty price.

Embrace Dhaka winter by savouring traditional street food like chitoi pitha and shorshe bhorta. From spicy duck meat at Nila Market to nostalgic nolen gur, these seasonal flavours unite families through warmth, comfort, and connection.

Explore the polarizing Hawaiian pizza debate originating from Canada in 1962. Analyse how tropical pineapple challenges culinary authenticity against melted mozzarella, blending sweet and salty flavours to create a bold, rebellious, and scientifically balanced experience.

Explore Badda’s vibrant street food scene near BRAC University with budget-friendly gems like Chillhouse and Cafeista. Discover authentic Indian Pani Fuchka and Kushtia’s famous pora ruti for delicious, affordable bites in Dhaka’s bustling heart.

Redefine culinary boundaries with Sabina Khan’s Flavour Lab, where traditional Bangladeshi shorshe ilish meets global experimentation. Discover authentic Bengali flavors through innovative cooking techniques that elevate heritage ingredients into sophisticated, world-class fine dining experiences.

Shang High's Dhanmondi outlet offers affordable, quick Chinese food, evolving from a food cart to four Dhaka locations. The retro-themed restaurant maintains original consistent flavors and pocket-friendly prices, attracting students and locals seeking a down-to-earth dining experience.

Relive nostalgia at Liberty Drink House in Chattogram New Market. Try their legendary falooda and fruit salad, made with original recipes since 1964.

Mirpur Beribadh’s Rofik Miyar Bhorta O Bhaater Hotel offers a peaceful escape near Dhaka, serving comforting homemade bhorta, bhaat and fresh fried fish by the riverside, attracting families seeking simple flavours, fresh air and a homelike dining experience.

At over 90, Lal Miya still runs the iconic Lal Miya Kotkoti Ghar near Mahasthangarh, Bogura — birthplace of the crunchy sweet kotkoti. Founded by his grandfather, refined by generations, it symbolizes tradition, generosity, and Bogura’s culinary pride.