Food

Authentic flavours, time-saving techniques: Bengali festive feasting made easy

The following three recipes all use cheat codes in their execution without taking away the authentic flavour of the original dishes. Try them for your puja luncheon or on any other occasion.
15 October 2023, 11:39 AM

Delicious flavours from o par Bangla

This Durga Puja, I collaborated with Joyadrita Ragavendran Chatterjee from across the border to share some of her family favourites. Joyadrita grew up enjoying the culture of both East Bengal and West Bengal as her maternal side is from Bangladesh and her paternal side is from India.
15 October 2023, 11:26 AM

Delicious vegetarian recipes to subdue your inner carnivore

Vegetables are immensely nutritious and should be kept in our regular meal plan. The following tasty and innovative recipes will satiate your desire for variety in your meal plan.
9 October 2023, 11:50 AM

Tired of buying dessert? 3 delicious red velvet recipes to make at home!

Red velvet has to be one of the best inventions in the culinary landscape! The combination of sweet and tart, with its crumbly texture and melt-in-your-mouth sensation, creates the perfect marriage with your tastebuds. Here are a few red velvet recipes beyond our very well-known traditional cakes.
7 October 2023, 11:22 AM

What’s still missing from Dhaka’s food scene?

The restaurant industry of Dhaka can safely be regarded as the most widespread entertainment option in town. Over the past few years, various types of restaurants have mushroomed in every corner and alley of the city, from busy dim sum houses to quiet cafes.
5 October 2023, 18:00 PM

Sweet and savoury recipes using jams

Here are 4 dishes that you must try if you are looking to utilise that jam jar in more ways than just a breakfast spread.
2 October 2023, 10:43 AM

6 most expensive coffees you wish you could afford!

Here are the 6 most expensive coffees in the world that you can only dream of having.
1 October 2023, 09:12 AM

Taste the best of Bangladesh Must-try dishes and destinations

There are a number of tourist spots in Rajshahi like Choto Sona Masjid, Darasbari Masjid, Bagha Masjid, and Varendra Research Museum. Some are located in the centre while others are scattered around the city or its outskirts. Rajshahi is historically rich and local cuisine is not far behind either.
25 September 2023, 18:00 PM

The Bangladesh experience: 3 global travel vloggers reveal their stories

Several foreign travel vloggers have visited our country, entertaining Bangladeshis and the rest of the world with their videos on our food, culture, sights and sounds, and people. Their vlogs never fail to create a buzz on YouTube and social media.
24 September 2023, 10:59 AM

Taste the best of Bangladesh: Must-try dishes and destinations

With its rich history and culture, most places in Bangladesh offer something of interest. Not only is there plenty to see, but also there’s plenty to taste. Here is a short list (and in no way comprehensive) of places you can travel while treating your palate.
24 September 2023, 09:55 AM

5 budget-friendly places for students to eat in Dhaka

We all know the struggle of student life in Dhaka; tuition and tummy rumbles, trying to stretch every Taka to cover it all. But fear not, for we have compiled a list of the ultimate wallet friendly places to eat in Dhaka for you guys so you can save those hard-earned cash for things that really matter.
21 September 2023, 09:12 AM

When literature meets food

The author paints an engrossing picture of her experiences and memories, both influenced by food, which is true for most of the people in this world, and particularly for South Asians.
13 September 2023, 15:25 PM

5 books for readers with an appetite

The Hundred Foot Journey is the story of an immigrant Indian family who sets up a restaurant right in front of a famous French relais and the feud it ensues.
11 September 2023, 22:25 PM

Authentic Isn’t Everything: Nothing hits the spot like Deshi Chinese food!

Eating out in the late 70s usually meant going to Chinese restaurants, typically run by Chinese couples.
11 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Cheesy recipes for a delightful time

To satiate your cheese cravings and indulge yourself into a cheesy affair, here are few savoury cheese recipes for you to try out.
11 September 2023, 09:23 AM

The matriarchy of food

It is a truth universally acknowledged that food is the undisputed sixth love language that Gary Chapman forgot to mention in his 1992 book. Or maybe it’s just the gastronome in me speaking.
8 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Of lost recipes and forgotten flavours

I have always had a rather avoidant recoil to the aftermath of death.
6 September 2023, 18:00 PM

Tofu is great, okay!

Before you start typing an angry email or jump into the comment section with your pitchfork stabbing against the soft, moist, and tender tofu, hear us out! It is not that bad; in fact, it can be delicious if prepared properly.
30 August 2023, 20:47 PM

Memories of boiled egg curry

Here’s a special recipe to work on at home for those who are a big fan of this daily staple food.
30 August 2023, 10:29 AM

Summer smoothie bowl recipes

Take advantage of the abundance of fruits available during this time of the year and whip up these delicious and fruity smoothie bowl recipes in no time!
28 August 2023, 04:09 AM