’Tis the season of pithas
Every country has a host of traditional sweets that they proudly plate as a representation of their food and culture; for Bangladesh, this is undoubtedly pitha. For us, pitha is not just any other ordinary food but is also a treasure trove of great memories. Growing up, winter would mean seeing your mum making pithas of various sizes and shapes and listening to the stories of the origin of these sweets. Or, it would mean having steaming hot, warm chitoi pitha for breakfast with mangsher jhol.
Cheat code recipe for chowder
Traditionally, seafood did not suit the deshi palate. We were more accustomed to having freshwater delicacies. Time, however, is changing and we now enjoy delightful, seafood dishes. The following is a recipe of a popular seafood dish, with added cheat codes that make it easier to make.
Stew Recipes
During winter, stews, soups, and broth are frequently served as everyone wants a big supper as the temperatures drop. They crave food that will not only keep them warm but also provide the nutrition needed to stave off seasonal illnesses that are so prevalent. While a broth can be compared to a thin soup, a stew has a thicker consistency as the elements — large pieces of vegetables, meat, poultry, or fish—are cooked slowly over low heat. On these chilly January evenings, you can stay warm by making one of these stew recipes below.
The Flourist’s baked goodies for Christmas
In the outskirts of the city, in the smaller communities, a dessert table means innovative local Christmas pithas and payesh. This year, The Flourist wants to bring a bit of global goodness to your dessert table. Offering cakes in 18 different flavours, some of their best work is in their Flourist Special Chocolate, Salted Caramel, Birthday Vanilla, and Lemon Meringue flavours! Their Christmas themed cakes and cupcakes are the perfect addition to liven up any party!
It’s a Buttery Feast with Arla’s Lurpak
Since 1901, Lurpak by Arla has taken an unwavering approach to producing real, high-quality butter. Pure organic cream from Danish cows is used to create this soft, creamy, unmistakably fresh, and lightly scented organic butter, manufactured and packaged before it reaches consumers all over the world.
Starting your day good
Breakfast is arguably the most important meal of the day. A good breakfast helps you to kickstart your day on a high tone. But preparing a good breakfast can seem like a daunting task, especially when you have to make everything from scratch or are tired of the same old items. To add new flavours to your first meal of the day, food items like – tortilla, milk bread, and croissant – can make preparing breakfast easier, personalised even, especially when they are already prepared and ready to use. While tortilla and milk bread might seem abundant in the market, croissant is usually only found in cafes and not something one has the time or skill to prepare at home.
’Tis the season of pithas
Every country has a host of traditional sweets that they proudly plate as a representation of their food and culture; for Bangladesh, this is undoubtedly pitha. For us, pitha is not just any other ordinary food but is also a treasure trove of great memories. Growing up, winter would mean seeing your mum making pithas of various sizes and shapes and listening to the stories of the origin of these sweets. Or, it would mean having steaming hot, warm chitoi pitha for breakfast with mangsher jhol.
Cheat code recipe for chowder
Traditionally, seafood did not suit the deshi palate. We were more accustomed to having freshwater delicacies. Time, however, is changing and we now enjoy delightful, seafood dishes. The following is a recipe of a popular seafood dish, with added cheat codes that make it easier to make.
Stew Recipes
During winter, stews, soups, and broth are frequently served as everyone wants a big supper as the temperatures drop. They crave food that will not only keep them warm but also provide the nutrition needed to stave off seasonal illnesses that are so prevalent. While a broth can be compared to a thin soup, a stew has a thicker consistency as the elements — large pieces of vegetables, meat, poultry, or fish—are cooked slowly over low heat. On these chilly January evenings, you can stay warm by making one of these stew recipes below.
Satiate your sweet and savoury cravings with Expressions – Chocolates & Cakes
Established as an online bakery in 2017, Expressions – Chocolates & Cakes is a passion project that turned into a profession for Sumaiyah Abid. Since then, she and her husband, Ashiq Ferdous, have been delivering delicious boxes of happiness through their Facebook page.
Winter breakfast in Bangladesh
Winter in Bangladesh, which occurs from December to February, is the coolest time of the year with temperatures ranging from 10-20 degrees Celsius. Many people enjoy hearty, warm breakfasts to start their day off on the right foot during this time. From savoury and sweet to dishes loaded with calories to the brim, Bangladeshis love to take full advantage of the winter season when it comes to their appetite.
On the love for matka cha
Cha is a beverage that brings people closer, effortlessly complements our ‘adda’ sessions, and adds warmth to our chilly evenings. As winter has announced its arrival, matka cha is trending once again. Its smoky and sweet flavour is a pure delight to the taste buds that would give the cinnamon latte or luxurious espresso from any 5-star hotel a run for its money!
How to prepare for a BBQ party
Nothing in Bangladesh completely captures the spirit of winter like a barbecue with your closest friends! You could simply buy some burgers and hot dogs, invite some friends over, and call it a BBQ party, or you could go a little further with some essential preparation and a carefully considered menu and surprise your guests with your culinary prowess. Here are just some things you can do to up the barbecue-host game.
Your must-have breakfast grocery list
Not many of us tend to have a healthy breakfast — either for a shortage of time or merely out of laziness. Having a well-stocked kitchen and freezer means you can mix and match different food items and grab a convenient and filling breakfast easily. For that, you need an organised and thoughtful grocery list so that you do not have to zig and zag all around the store to find your desired items.
Complete your breakfast spread with All Time Family Cake
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, as it gives us the required energy to go about with our daily activities and tasks while keeping us full for a long time. A balanced breakfast must include a mix of essential nutrients and required minerals to keep us energised, and All Time Family Cake ensures just that. It contains essential nutrients that act as the fuel for our body that not only enables us to complete our daily activities but also keeps us full.