Food & Recipes
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.
Do you hate peanuts in shingara?
Shingara, the beloved pyramid-shaped teatime snack, is an emotion itself for most of us Bangalis. Be it beside a bustling roadside tea stall in the morning or at home with family in the evening, the act of unfolding a neatly packed shingara with a steaming cup of milk tea is almost a ritual.
Plant-based dining that even meat-lovers will love: Inside Faiza Ahmed’s Sanchayita
Faiza Ahmed, a Bangladeshi fashion designer and culinary innovator, combines her artistic background with traditional plant-based cuisine through Sanchayita. This venture celebrates Bangladesh's heritage and sustainability, offering intimate dining experiences that reconnect diners to their roots.
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.
Gulshan’s secret: Street food so good, it puts your fancy fusion to shame
In Gulshan-2, Dhaka, a hidden street food paradise offers authentic flavours that evoke nostalgia. Discover vibrant stalls serving crispy fuchka, hearty halim, and late-night kebabs, reminding you of the true essence of comfort food.
Forget gourmet, Shahjadpur’s muri bhorta is the real explosion of flavours
Shahjadpur Jheel Par brims with many food carts. Here, you can find everything from crispy fuchka to steaming hot momos making it a vibrant hub. However, the muri bhorta stands out for its uniqueness among all the delicious offerings.
Up for a feast? Here’s how to get started with these easy recipes
Get ready to elevate your culinary game with these delicacies, each with a unique twist! Whether you are cooking for a special occasion or simply indulging in a comforting meal, these dishes will impress with their delightful textures and bold flavours. So, let’s dive into the details and start cooking up a storm!
Who needs Michelin stars? Serve these dishes and get ready for rave reviews!
Cooking transcends mere meal preparation, offering a chance to explore flavours and cultures. This collection features recipes like hariali chicken, mutton rezala, and sandesh, blending easy steps with delightful tastes, perfect for memorable occasions.
Snacks on a stick: 20-minute wonders
Who does not like a quick snack, especially one that can be made in just 20 minutes? These delicious snacks follow quick and easy recipes with no-fuss cooking and should be ready to serve in only 20 minutes from start to finish.
From CHT and beyond: Arpon Changma and his fusion cuisine
Arpon Changma’s creations in his restaurant, BBQ Express, combine elements of diverse culinary traditions that originated from different regions and cultures of Bangladesh. With utmost finesse, they craft and promote a “Texas-inspired, Chittagong Hill Tracts influenced” barbecue joint.
A traditional take on Durga Puja recipes
Discover divine flavours with these Puja recipes crafted by the talented chef, Banefus Gomes of the Holiday Inn Dhaka City Centre. Experience the essence of tradition on your plate.
6 traditional Bengali recipes for Durga Puja
Durga Puja is an elaborate affair, especially in Bangladesh and West Bengal. Spread across the days of the festivities, food remains an integral part of the celebrations. The following are some of the traditional, time-tested recipes associated with Durga Puja.
Reinventing the pujo feast
Everyone talks about food during pujo. More often than not, khichuri, polao, ilish, chingri and mangsho tends to land leading roles in these discussions with luchi, and cholar dal playing solid supporting roles. And of course, beyond all this there are sweets. Artful, creative, delicate, yet honest to god mishti. Sandesh, kamolabhog, chandrapuli, narkel naru… the list can go on.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Wallet feeling thin? Here are 5 places to eat under Tk 200!
We have searched and scoured the city to bring you the top 5 inexpensive hangout spots, all under Tk 200!