Fariha Amber

Fariha Amber is a Contributor & Food Columnist at Star Lifestyle

Mementoes of the City: Taking back tokens of a metropolis

What would you gift to a foreigner -- perhaps a colleague or friend -- who is about to leave Dhaka after his/her trip here?

5d ago

Recipes of the season: Delicious appetisers for winter parties

The calm weather and early sunsets make winter evenings perfect for soirees and cosy gatherings. No wonder we see a rise in the number of playful occasions during this time of the year! And no celebration is complete without good food, especially when winter brings with it a fresh haul of special produce. Here are some easy recipes to make using winter produce to keep your guests entertained and winter gatherings fun!

1w ago

Pizza recipes with unique twists to keep your tummy on edge

It does not always have to come sliced in triangles inside a square box; you can take the flavour combination and create your versions of pizza in various shapes and sizes. Turn it into a tart; bite-sized cups; or even give a little twist to the recipe — the sky is the limit.

2w ago

Making perfectly spicy peanut butter noodles

A pack of noodles is arguably one of the most versatile ingredients in the pantry. This rendition is a lip-smacking one with sweetness from the peanut butter and spiciness from the chillies, and you can make it using instant noodles!

2w ago

5 rules busy couples should follow

Maintaining a relationship while managing work can be challenging. Juggling between making time for each other alongside bringing you’re A-game to work can be quite a struggle.

4w ago

Prepare for a winter adventure! 5 countries to travel for under Tk 1 Lac

If you are a traveller, you will agree that traveling during certain times of the year makes the whole experience worthwhile, and winter is one such time. The calm weather, the festive vibe, and the excitement of a fresh new year (or the ending of it) all add up the experience. And what can be better than going on budget-friendly trips and getaways while enjoying the calmness of the season? With the air already smelling like winter, here are 5 places you can travel for less than Tk 1 lac this season (including air fare)!

5 travel destinations in Asia for adrenaline junkies

Here is a list of 5 travel destinations in Asia for adventure lovers. The places listed are hotspots for such activities and costs vary depending on the company you are booking through.

Snacks on a stick: 20-minute wonders

Who does not like a quick snack, especially one that can be made in just 20 minutes? These delicious snacks follow quick and easy recipes with no-fuss cooking and should be ready to serve in only 20 minutes from start to finish.

December 11, 2023
December 11, 2023

Mementoes of the City: Taking back tokens of a metropolis

What would you gift to a foreigner -- perhaps a colleague or friend -- who is about to leave Dhaka after his/her trip here?

December 4, 2023
December 4, 2023

Recipes of the season: Delicious appetisers for winter parties

The calm weather and early sunsets make winter evenings perfect for soirees and cosy gatherings. No wonder we see a rise in the number of playful occasions during this time of the year! And no celebration is complete without good food, especially when winter brings with it a fresh haul of special produce. Here are some easy recipes to make using winter produce to keep your guests entertained and winter gatherings fun!

November 27, 2023
November 27, 2023

Pizza recipes with unique twists to keep your tummy on edge

It does not always have to come sliced in triangles inside a square box; you can take the flavour combination and create your versions of pizza in various shapes and sizes. Turn it into a tart; bite-sized cups; or even give a little twist to the recipe — the sky is the limit.

November 26, 2023
November 26, 2023

Making perfectly spicy peanut butter noodles

A pack of noodles is arguably one of the most versatile ingredients in the pantry. This rendition is a lip-smacking one with sweetness from the peanut butter and spiciness from the chillies, and you can make it using instant noodles!

November 18, 2023
November 18, 2023

5 rules busy couples should follow

Maintaining a relationship while managing work can be challenging. Juggling between making time for each other alongside bringing you’re A-game to work can be quite a struggle.

November 15, 2023
November 15, 2023

Prepare for a winter adventure! 5 countries to travel for under Tk 1 Lac

If you are a traveller, you will agree that traveling during certain times of the year makes the whole experience worthwhile, and winter is one such time. The calm weather, the festive vibe, and the excitement of a fresh new year (or the ending of it) all add up the experience. And what can be better than going on budget-friendly trips and getaways while enjoying the calmness of the season? With the air already smelling like winter, here are 5 places you can travel for less than Tk 1 lac this season (including air fare)!

November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023

5 travel destinations in Asia for adrenaline junkies

Here is a list of 5 travel destinations in Asia for adventure lovers. The places listed are hotspots for such activities and costs vary depending on the company you are booking through.

October 30, 2023
October 30, 2023

Snacks on a stick: 20-minute wonders

Who does not like a quick snack, especially one that can be made in just 20 minutes? These delicious snacks follow quick and easy recipes with no-fuss cooking and should be ready to serve in only 20 minutes from start to finish.

October 19, 2023
October 19, 2023

Top 5 most memorable moments of Bangladesh cricket

With Bangladesh making waves in cricket and creating moments that will forever be etched in our hearts and memoires, here are the top five most memorable moments of Bangladesh cricket.

October 18, 2023
October 18, 2023

Atma Bala 0.01 by Faiza Ahmed: A celebration of womanhood through fashion

On 13 October 2023, at Dhaka Gallery, Faiza Ahmed hosted Atma Bala 0.01 – a night of extraordinary affairs that goes beyond fashion and sheds light on contemporary topics about womanhood. Each design displayed not only made a fashion statement but also depicted the struggles women go through every day.

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