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, ...

Learn how to make authentic West Bengal-style Dahi Parwal, also known as Doi Potol, with this easy step-by-step recipe.

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 ...

To prepare the spices — take 4 cloves of garlic, 1 tsp coriander, 1 tsp five spices, 1 tsp mustard seed, and 5 pieces of dry chillies. Add water and mix in a grinder. Peel off the hog plums and cut ...

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 ...

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 ...

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

Yes, it is named Chanar Dalna, and it’s not made with chana dal. The main ingredient is homemade chhena or chana, i.e. cottage cheese, both healthy and delicious when cooked with perfection. Poila ...

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 ...