restaurants in Dhaka

#Perspective / 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.

Salads under Tk 150: Budget-friendly options that pack a flavour punch

Looking for delicious salads that will not break the bank? You’re in luck! These budget-friendly recipes, each under Tk 150, are packed with flavour and freshness.

#Perspective / Shawarma and solidarity: How Dhaka’s restaurants supported student heroes

Bangladesh’s recent student protests sparked a transformative shift, with youth taking on roles as impromptu traffic controllers in Dhaka, showcasing resilience and unity. Hotels and restaurants, like Beirut in Banani, supported students by providing free meals, symbolizing solidarity. This act of kindness boosted morale and highlighted the power of community support.

Football fever: Dhaka’s top spots to catch the Euro 2024 action

Time is ticking until the heavily anticipated finals for the Euro 2024 tournament arrives! In such exciting times, it sounds like a wonderful opportunity to step outside with friends and family and have a great day out, as well as watch some electrifying football.

‘Govt agencies extorting restaurants in the name of raids’

The Bangladesh Restaurant Owners' Association (BROA) claims

Fire exits horrifying at many city eateries

Just like on Bailey Road, a prominent feature of Banani road-11, Kamal Ataturk Avenue, Satmasjid Road, Khilagon Taltola and Mirpur-11 traffic circle are tall buildings that house restaurants, cafes and commercial kitchens on every floor.

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.

#Guides / 7 ways to balance your budget and eating out

If you are trying to save money, you have probably heard that carrying your lunch and cooking supper is the way to go. However, you should not give up the occasional treat of fine dining. Here are some ways to save costs while still enjoying meals at your favourite restaurants.

How we should design the next generation of parks

Do we need the 24/7 hustle and bustle of Dhaka – the cacophonous dramas of this sleepless city – reproduced in its parks too?

September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024

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.

August 25, 2024
August 25, 2024

Salads under Tk 150: Budget-friendly options that pack a flavour punch

Looking for delicious salads that will not break the bank? You’re in luck! These budget-friendly recipes, each under Tk 150, are packed with flavour and freshness.

August 19, 2024
August 19, 2024

Shawarma and solidarity: How Dhaka’s restaurants supported student heroes

Bangladesh’s recent student protests sparked a transformative shift, with youth taking on roles as impromptu traffic controllers in Dhaka, showcasing resilience and unity. Hotels and restaurants, like Beirut in Banani, supported students by providing free meals, symbolizing solidarity. This act of kindness boosted morale and highlighted the power of community support.

July 14, 2024
July 14, 2024

Football fever: Dhaka’s top spots to catch the Euro 2024 action

Time is ticking until the heavily anticipated finals for the Euro 2024 tournament arrives! In such exciting times, it sounds like a wonderful opportunity to step outside with friends and family and have a great day out, as well as watch some electrifying football.

March 18, 2024
March 18, 2024

‘Govt agencies extorting restaurants in the name of raids’

The Bangladesh Restaurant Owners' Association (BROA) claims

March 3, 2024
March 3, 2024

Fire exits horrifying at many city eateries

Just like on Bailey Road, a prominent feature of Banani road-11, Kamal Ataturk Avenue, Satmasjid Road, Khilagon Taltola and Mirpur-11 traffic circle are tall buildings that house restaurants, cafes and commercial kitchens on every floor.

October 23, 2023
October 23, 2023

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.

June 24, 2023
June 24, 2023

7 ways to balance your budget and eating out

If you are trying to save money, you have probably heard that carrying your lunch and cooking supper is the way to go. However, you should not give up the occasional treat of fine dining. Here are some ways to save costs while still enjoying meals at your favourite restaurants.

June 15, 2023
June 15, 2023

How we should design the next generation of parks

Do we need the 24/7 hustle and bustle of Dhaka – the cacophonous dramas of this sleepless city – reproduced in its parks too?

June 7, 2023
June 7, 2023

Top 5 restaurants for rainy day delights in Dhaka City

Life in the big city is not easy. Constantly running after one thing or another and keeping up with the world at all times is necessary but exhausting. However, divine intervention sometimes manifests itself as howling wind and rumbling thunder followed by a heavy downpour, forcing this fast-paced life to a sudden stand-still and allowing you a moment of respite.