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Durga Puja is around the corner and devotees can’t keep calm. The festival holds immense significance among Bengalis and is more like a community carnival dedicated to Goddess Durga, where everyone comes together to soak in the festive joy. Interestingly, sometimes brands too take on the spirit of the festival and find their own way…
In most parts of India, Navratri means fasting, vegetarian food, and avoiding ingredients such as onion and garlic. In Bengal, Durga Puja can mean something very different. For many Bengali families, the festive table may include fish, mutton, and other non-vegetarian dishes. In some traditions, even meat has historically been connected to religious offerings. So,…
Sweets and Bengal go hand-in-hand. Each creation of chhana, when skillfully mixed with sugar syrup, transports foodies to a heavenly world with just one bite. Harsh Goenka, chairman of RPG Enterprises, recently opened up about his love for two such traditional Bengali sweets. In an Instagram post, he shared a collage of Sitabhog and Mihidana,…
Best Bengali Recipes- The cuisine of Bengal is as rich and distinct as the state itself. The rule of Nawabs has deeply influenced Bengali foodwhich is a combination of subtle and fiery flavours. There are certain European influences also like the snack food tradition and foods like chops and cutlets that are British in origin…
Durga Puja 2025 has begun! While the rituals and grand pandals capture much of the spotlight, the streets outside tell their own story through flavours. Every corner comes alive with the aroma of frying snacks, spicy chaats, and sweet indulgences. These delicacies are about taste, tradition, nostalgia, and the joy of sharing food with friends…
Actress Hina Khan, who is bravely fighting stage 3 breast cancer, refuses to let her illness define her life. Instead, she is living life to the fullest and inspiring others with her indomitable spirit. Recently, Hina received a dinner invitation from actor Dibyendu Bhattacharya and his wife Richa at their residence. The evening turned out…
Bhumi Pednekar, known for her love of food, often shares her culinary experiences with her social media followers. So, when the actress treated herself to a lavish Bengali thali at ITC Royal Bengal in Kolkata, it was impossible not to take notice. Seated in the grandeur of the hotel’s dining space, Bhumi Pednekar’s plate showcased…
A recent food experience made me realise that our comfort zone is actually a risky space. You get so comfortable with the familiar, that you have no idea what amazing things you are missing out on. Case in point: my recent dining experience at Oh! Calcutta. A single dining experience at this restaurant brought me…
Bengali recipes are incomplete without fish. When it comes to fish, Bengali cuisine explores not just different fish snacks and curry recipes, but there is a wide variety to explore in different types of fish. Each variety offers a unique flavour, fragrance, and texture to a dish. While most people may be familiar with popular…