Intisab Shahriyar

Three friends, one epic night, and the serene seas of Cox’s Bazar

A nostalgic trip to Cox’s Bazar with school friends led to beach adventures, EDM festival vibes, and hilarious five-star hotel fails. From starlit walks to epic music, it became an unforgettable escape from urban monotony.

1w ago

Affordable audiophilia - a growing love for high-fidelity audio

For decades, Bangladesh has been home to a devoted group of people passionate about high-fidelity sound reproduction.

1m ago

Are Mirpur’s Kallu and Shawkat kebabs worth the hype? Here’s the real deal

My overdue visit to Selim Kabab Ghor at Mohammadpur caused quite a stir amongst my known associates. While I tend to ignore the uninformative “I have had better,” or “They aren’t the same anymore,” there were some who came up with actual recommendations for places that they maintain taste better than the popular Mohammadpur store.

3m ago

Why I gave Selim’s Kabab Ghor my heart — and half my stomach

A food lover finally visits Selim Kabab Ghor, discovering its authentic charcoal-cooked beef kebabs, chicken chaaps, and brain fry that redefine his culinary expectations. He celebrates savouring every bite amid an unexpectedly vibrant late-night crowd.

3m ago

Food first, photos later? Not in the age of Instagram!

I was recently out with my friends trying out this restaurant. The food was delivered and just as I was about to dive in, my friends collectively stopped my hand and unarmed me of my cutlery. Why? They stopped it because they needed to take pictures of it so that 200 or so random people on their Instagram/Facebook could feel united with them.

5m ago

Victory and vandalism: Why do we never learn?

We were celebrating the end of difficult times after all, but is this really over?

6m ago

Say hello to freedom, courtesy of Gen Z and Gen Alpha!

Gen Z and Gen Alpha led a historic uprising. Despite brutal crackdowns, they persisted, ultimately forcing PM Sheikh Hasina to resign. Their courage and sacrifices, including hundreds of lives lost, have painted a new chapter for the nation. However, the fight isn’t over. Maintaining stability and avoiding vandalism is crucial to preserving the support and goodwill earned.

6m ago

Sweet spreads and childhood memories: A Nutella nostalgia trip

Experience the delight of Nutella with easy recipes that transform your quick snack into a luxurious treat. Indulge in chocolatey pancakes, a microwave mug cake, or banana paratha rolls, all featuring the rich taste of Nutella.

11m ago
February 25, 2024
February 25, 2024

Golden frequency : A story on Dhaka’s audiophiles

So, what is an audiophile? Depends on who you are asking. Google says audiophiles are 'Hi-fi enthusiasts.' If you ask me, it's the love I have for music and whatever it takes to get closer to the artist's emotions/intentions.

February 12, 2024
February 12, 2024

How I met your Bhai/Bhabi: The cost of forever after

Nobody meets their ‘The One’ on their first try but have you ever wondered what it took to find your forever after? Of course, I hear you say in unison, “heartbreaks,” “shattered dreams,” etc. and you are right obviously. But here’s another way to look at the scenario; what did it cost you to find your ever after?

November 20, 2023
November 20, 2023

Challenges of being a sensitive man in the real world

You might think that living in an era of unprecedented empathy and sensitivity would be a sign of the rise of the sensitive man. Contrary to the situation, the realm of the sensitive man is still shrouded by doubt, unfair treatment, and stigma. Why though? Why is it that nice guys are destined to finish last? What makes being sensitive such an issue even in this modern society?

April 13, 2023
April 13, 2023

Eid Bonus making you restless? Here’s what you should and shouldn’t do

For Eid-ul-Fitr, Eid bonus usually means hitting the mall and buying the newest collection of clothes, shoes, perfumes, and other accessories you need to make you look like a movie star during Eid day. For others, it could be grabbing the electronics that had their heart and mind for the past year.

February 16, 2023
February 16, 2023

How unnecessary items get into our monthly budget

At the cusp of 2020, we were all hoping for a more prosperous decade. Sadly, what we ended up with instead was a two-year-long global pandemic, a nearly year-long invasion of Ukraine by Russia leading to the largest refugee crisis in Europe since World War II

November 14, 2022
November 14, 2022

Men and their irrational obsessions

If you have hobbies or interests that you spend on, in terms of both time and money, chances are you had those exact words thrown at you at some point in your life. Everybody spends on what they like right? So why is it that our interests/obsessions land us with the man-child moniker? Well, let’s go on this journey of enlightenment together and hope you come out with newfound appreciation for the man-children in your lives.

February 20, 2022
February 20, 2022

A pandemic and how it pushed us into the digital age

If you were to tell your mum or dad, even back in 2019, that they would be shopping for groceries, medicine, or be doing their office from home, they would tell you to lay off the lazy man daydreams.

February 20, 2022
February 20, 2022

Frugal living during the pandemic

The post-2020 world we live in is very different from the one we are all used to living. For many, it meant losing their loved ones and braving an emptier existence.

January 4, 2022
January 4, 2022

Dapper on the cheap: The ultimate budget shopping guide for men

If you flip through the pages of most lifestyle magazines, you’d be forgiven for thinking that the only way to be fashion relevant is to don wallet-shredding one-off haute couture, but that’s just not true.

October 19, 2021
October 19, 2021

Bond Beyond 2021: Exploring the past, present, and future of 007

With an impressive 27 films (officially 25), spanning nearly 60 years, few movies or characters could ever match the iconic reputation that James Bond commands.