Fariha Amber

Fariha Amber is a Contributor & Food Columnist at Star Lifestyle

5 movies that teach entrepreneurs more than business school ever could

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.

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Quick and delicious recipes with All Time Family Cake

While we may have the main dishes sorted with an assortment of beef and mutton recipes, this Eid, let’s not leave desserts out.

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Regal biriyani recipes with PRAN Ghee Premium

Regal biriyani recipes

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How to jazz up your regular lemonade in two minutes!

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!

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Light and delicious: Shrimp recipes for summer

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!

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

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.

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

With the joy and blessings of the holy month also comes the constant worry about what to make for iftar, and Eid.

7m ago

Healthy iftar recipes that kids will actually love

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.

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August 23, 2023
August 23, 2023

Why does Dhaka lack vegetarian restaurants?

`From a wide selection of street food to exotic dining experiences, the city has a wide taste palate.

August 14, 2023
August 14, 2023

BeDeshi – putting Bengali fashion on the global map

Bringing Bengali fashion to the limelight, Tasmit Afiyat Arny, Founder and CEO of Stride, brought to reality her vision of sharing Bangladeshi culture through the lens of her fashion line on 21 July 2023, with support from the Qatar Foundation and the Embassy of Bangladesh. 

August 14, 2023
August 14, 2023

Diversity of Dhaka: Crowd, food and localities

Being the central hub of Bangladesh, Dhaka has seen an influx of people from various corners of the country making it the true melting pot of cultures.

August 7, 2023
August 7, 2023

A rainy day in the capital

It’s a dark, gloomy day and the smell of earth dampened by rainwater sweeps the city. You hear the sounds of pouring rain on your window and make yourself a cup of freshly brewed tea. Leaving behind all thoughts of going out, you immerse in the delight of a rainy day in Dhaka.

April 28, 2023
April 28, 2023

My Dhaka: The Dhakaiya pride

The tales of old Dhaka are as interesting as its people -- it is them who make these up after all, the Dhakaiyas. But how much do we know these Dhakaiyas? Aimlessly walking down the lanes dressed in a silk Punjabi,

April 21, 2023
April 21, 2023

Those who return to Dhaka for Eid

Crossing off every day of the Ramadan calendar draws the joy of Eid nearer. And what makes the festival even more exciting is being finally able to return home to our loved ones to celebrate this joyous occasion.

April 20, 2023
April 20, 2023

Eid Recipes: A classic twist on lachha shemai

An Eid spread is incomplete without delectable desserts and shemai is sure to be on the table. It is one of the indispensable things that contribute to the gaiety of Eid. In the festive spirit of Eid, here are two traditional recipes made with lachha shemai for you to feast on with friends and family during the joyful occasion.

April 20, 2023
April 20, 2023

Top 5 places to visit in Cumilla

Although it is not among the first names to cross our minds when we think of travelling within the country, there are quite a few places to visit in Cumilla. From historical places to religious sites, here are the top 5 places you must visit while in Cumilla.

April 14, 2023
April 14, 2023

Rich history and tradition of our sweets

Taking a sweet voyage across our country would unveil so many hidden gems within our culinary trove. Starting with the central hub,

April 13, 2023
April 13, 2023

The shorbot and juice culture of old Dhaka

In a country that has a hot and sultry climate like ours and most days of the year seem like summer, we have a certain longing for everything cold and refreshing such as shorbot. Especially for people living in older parts of the city, there exists a distinct attachment to shorbot and a glass of freshly extracted juice.