Payesh: This is a famous Bengali sweet dish that is made of rice and garnished with raisins. This sweet rice pudding is a common favourite. 1. Soak the rice in some water and keep it aside. 2. Boil ...

The Bengali plate from an eater's viewpoint: At any given point of time, you can classify the Bengali plate, as per the consumer, to consist of one or more of the following kinds of food - "charba, ...

Bengal has probably one of the richest culinary histories within our cuisine! Kolkata's vibrant street food scene, the delicious variety of desserts and mouth-watering curries makes this regional ...

The traditional Bengali cuisine that people prepare and enjoy with their loved ones is one of the most important aspects Poila Baishak, also known as Pohela Boishakh, marks the start of the Bengali ...

As mid-April approaches, India prepares to celebrate a mosaic of regional New Year festivals that mark the transition of seasons and the beginning of harvest cycles across the subcontinent. With Poila ...

A common stereotype about Bengali cuisine is that it is all about fish dishes. Though an integral part of this cuisine consists of different fish recipes, like paturi (wrapped in a leaf and then ...

In Bengali culture, food is at the heart of Jamai Shashthi, symbolising love, gratitude, and family bonds. Elaborate feasts ...

You don't need to visit Kolkata to enjoy Bengali food. Subhash Jana, executive chef at Swissotel Kolkata shares two traditional recipes that you can easily make at home. Fish Paturi Chef tip: Bhetki ...

Traditional Bengali sehri meals offer a perfect balance of protein, fibre, and flavour, ensuring sustained energy during Ramadan. From chicken with green papaya to mustard-infused fish curry, these ...

Have you always wanted to cook like your Bong friend? Fact is the egg rolls, fish cutlets and the endless list of sweets make you drool every time you visit her house during festivals and special ...

Jata came from Balasore to Calcutta when he was 14 to help his grandfather, who was a professional cook. Even his father used to cook at a boy’s hostel canteen in Balasore and his uncle had his own ...