A picky eater’s food-focused trip to Chattogram delivers unexpected delights, from unforgettable aloo bhorta to heavenly hotel breakfasts — despite missed mezban dreams. A flavourful journey that proves Chattogram’s hidden culinary gems are worth discovering.
Gulistan’s iconic Shascchu Mama has served his biriyani-inspired jhalmuri and seasonal haleem for 35 years, blending rich spices and family tradition. His flavourful street food draws crowds from all over Dhaka, creating a beloved local culinary legend.
This Eid-ul-Azha, elevate your Qurbani beef with perfectly cooked steaks. Learn expert steak techniques from choosing cuts to seasoning and doneness — ditch the bhuna routine and serve juicy, flavour-packed steak that celebrates bold carnivore flair.
Chhanamukhi, Brahmanbaria’s iconic sweet, earned GI status in 2024, spotlighting Mahadev Mishtanno Bhandar’s 180-year legacy. Crafted from pure milk with a time-honoured recipe, it remains a beloved, authentic symbol of the region’s culinary heritage.
Dhaka’s food scene blends nostalgia and bold regional flavors — kalai ruti, fiery mezban, and indigenous Hebang dishes — all rooted in identity. From comfort to discovery, each bite connects locals to home, heritage, and culinary diversity.
Jibon Mistanno Bhandar in Madaripur is famous for its legendary Kheerpuri, a creamy sweet made with fresh village milk. This third-generation shop attracts visitors nationwide, preserving tradition through unmatched taste and authentic ingredients.
At Wise Ghat, watermelons arrive in vibrant heaps, unloaded by laborers for distribution across Dhaka. This seasonal trade supports many, with watermelons sourced from Rangabali and neighbouring areas, spreading tradition and livelihoods throughout the city.
Cellato’s Byakuya is the world’s most expensive ice cream, blending rare white truffle, Parmigiano Reggiano, and sake lees into a $6,696 luxury dessert. This artisanal, East-meets-West creation redefines premium culinary indulgence and fine dining.
“Do it yourself” or DIY is the modifying prevalent method amongst the social media community, with ideas being shared about clothing to food without the direct aid of experts or professionals. DIY fun food ideas are always quick, easy to make and associated with one’s own creativity.
Food is the universal language of celebration. Come to think of it, every occasion or festival is incomplete without a little indulgence and food. However, sometimes, we tend to splurge a bit too much and cook out of proportion, especially when the occasion is highly significant, such as Eid.
Looking for authentic Japanese dining experience and that too at an affordable rate? There’s one place in town that surely lives up to the expectations — UMAI in Gulshan 2.
Raise your hand if pasta is the only solution for all kinds of dinner emergencies. You don’t have any meal prepared for the unsolicited guests who just won’t go away without enjoying a hearty meal? Well, there’s always the ‘easy to cook’ pasta as your side aide.
This week, we will share four watermelon recipes — one for a juice, one for a dessert, one for an appetiser and one for a main dish.
Some of the basic vegetables used in this soup are green papaya, carrots, cabbage, cauliflower, long beans and mushrooms. You can use any other vegetable you prefer like broccoli, snow peas, peas, baby corn and so on.
To the unsung T S Elliot within you who’s measured out his life in coffee spoons, it’s okay if you never quite knew just what it was about the same coffee shop you love so much.
Gelatos has always been a favourite at our dinner tables serving as the prime dessert course. They pack a brilliant punch of intensified flavour, making it the perfect complement to have in any setting.
Bored of regular pizza and pasta? A lazy afternoon cheeseburger doesn’t cut it anymore? Yearning for a more familiar taste to tantalise your taste buds? Then look no further because Farzi Café — an amalgamation of traditional global cuisine, with an Indian touch, modern presentation culinary styles, and ambience — is the ideal place to go.
A delicious snack that consists of three crunchy cookies sandwiched between two generous layers of thick and velvety cream,
