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Taler Pitha

Ingredients: * 1 cup Palm pulp * ¼ cup grated Coconut * ½ cup all-purpose Flour * 2 tbsps rice Flour * ? -½ cup Sugar, adjust accordingly * 1 pinch of Salt Method: 1. Remove the thick skin of sugar palm and then separate the kernels of it. Normally, there are 2 or 3 kernels in a palm. Then ...

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From Cairo to Old Dhaka: Global tastes unite at Gourmet Kebab Fest

From the moment I walked in, I knew I was in for a treat: Smoky aromas filled the air, chefs carved and grilled at live stations, and the tables promised a journey across continents, all on one plate. The launch brought dignitaries, media, foodies, and some of the most passionate chefs I’ve met. The Egyptian Ambassador to Bangladesh, Omar Fahmy, ...

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Intermittent fasting may raise risk of heart disease deaths

Intermittent fasting, one of the most popular diet trends of the past decade, is facing renewed scrutiny after a large-scale study suggested it may be linked to higher cardiovascular mortality. The eating plan, embraced by tech entrepreneurs, celebrities and even former UK prime minister Rishi Sunak, involves restricting food intake to a narrow daily window – often eight hours – ...

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A Mini(s) sweet affair

When was the last time you visited a restaurant solely being drawn to their pancakes? Feel free to take this read as a sign. Just take that break from the too many waffle places around Dhaka and try something different. Pancakes are gaining the well deserved popularity as a breakfast/brunch item. With that in mind, restaurants are doing well to ...

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Hitting the Bull’s eye, one burger at a time

Stepping into the modestly sized Bull’s, the one thought that kept circling in my head was why on earth does Dhaka need another burger joint? Especially in Lalmatia, where within a single kilometre you can practically trip over a dozen burger spots. “Well, for starters, we don’t drown our burgers in sauces,” joked Khalid Rahman, the owner of Bull’s. Now, ...

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Evening elegance draped in Saree

The glow of twilight reflected in a saree reminds us that true elegance never fades-it only transforms with time and light. The timeless attire, deeply rooted in tradition yet ever graceful in modern style, becomes more than just clothing-it becomes poetry draped in fabric. When the sun begins to set and the sky is painted in golden hues, nothing complements ...

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Ciao: An authentic slice of Italy in the heart of Dhaka

When I entered Ciao, I had no special expectations from it. Just like other restaurants in the Gulshan-Banani area, I thought the food would just be subpar and overpriced, with the experience skewed mainly by the posh interiors. But the moment I took my first bite, I realised I was in for a truly special experience. Ciao and Dessert Boutique ...

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Signs of Chinese influence abound in Moscow before Putin’s Beijing visit

A Chinese business centre near a park featuring traditional Chinese pavilions, Russian adults learning Mandarin and practising Kung fu, sizzling dishes being served in Chinese restaurants and car showrooms displaying Chinese vehicles. As President Vladimir Putin prepares for a visit to China next week, signs of Beijing’s influence in the Russian capital abound. “It seems that the contacts with China ...

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Shajgoj participates in Bangladesh’s first cosmetica exhibition

Bangladesh’s first-ever ‘ Cosmetica: Personal Care & Hygiene Show 2025’ was held at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in the capital. The two-day exhibition featured over one hundred local and international beauty and personal care brands. Participants from Bangladesh, South Korea, Thailand, and several other countries included renowned cosmetics brands, manufacturers, suppliers, retailers and health experts. The event offered ...

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