Life Style

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 – ...

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 ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Bandarban, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Bangladesh, is now filled with luxury resorts and hotels, both in the town and in quieter areas outside it. These resorts not only offer comfortable stays but also serve a wide range of food to their guests. Besides, many restaurants and tourist spots claim to offer “authentic” local dishes. But despite ...

Ingredients: * 2 cups Palm pulp * 1 cup Milk * ¾ cup Sugar * ½ cup grated Coconut * ¼ cup Milk powder (Optional) Method: 1. Remove the thick skin of the sugar palm and then separate the kernels of it. Normally there would be 2 or 3 kernels in a palm. Then start grating each kernel with the ...

Khulna, a southern city in Bangladesh, is often seen as a blend of history and serene charm, offering a unique insight into the heart of the region. Being a divisional city, it contains the peaceful aura of a small town, lies between two rivers, Rupsha and Bhairav. This geographical positioning has contributed to its thriving fisheries business, making it a ...