Traditional Feasting

The word 'kebab' is derived from an Arabic word 'Cabob' which means 'to burn or char'. Most of the famous kebabs like Galouti, Shami and Kakori originated in the Royal kitchens.
17 August 2015

Soupy-licious

Blend lemongrass, garlic, lime leaves, ginger, and 2 chillies in a food processor until a fine paste forms.
10 August 2015

Mad about noodles!

Noodles are a staple in many cultures.
3 August 2015

Not ‘deshi’ at all

A non baked cake that's perfect for making for children. You can also pick and mix the filling to suit your taste.
27 July 2015

Mangolicious iftar

A shake is a sweet cold beverage which is usually made from milk, ice cream or iced milk and flavouring or sweeteners such as caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, fruit syrup or fresh fruit.
6 July 2015

DINNER AT IFTAR

Iftar is one of the oldest religious rituals followed by Muslims all over the world. It is tradition that a Muslim first break the fast with dates and either water or a drink. After that they have a proper meal.
29 June 2015

SUMMER TIME IFTAR RECIPES

Tradition vis-à-vis health. The perennial dilemma of iftar during Ramadan. And this year Ramadan will coincide with a blazing summer and a torrential monsoon. Our columnist Selina Parveen offers an extensive affair with
15 June 2015

Sugar Rush

Powdered milk or dried milk is a manufactured dairy product made by evaporating milk to dryness.
8 June 2015

Treats for the blessed night

SHAB-E-BARAT brings with it a mixture of emotions – of piety, sharing and gastronomy. Celebrated with great religious fervour in this
25 May 2015

FOR THE BLUE-EYED BOY

Jamai Sashti is a very special occasion in the Bengali culture. A grand feast is prepared to mark this occasion and the festival lays foundation for a strong family bonding.
18 May 2015

BOISHAKHI LUNCH

A typical Bengali new year lunch may comprise the following items. These are rice, fish curry, daal, shaak bhaji, chutney, meat, etc.
6 April 2015

The dawn of a new year

People celebrate this cultural festival starting their day having breakfast with panta-ilish.
30 March 2015

Banging the drum for the drumstick

Drumsticks are pods of plants called moringa oleifera, known as sajna in Bangladesh.
23 March 2015