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Iris Farina

Small businesses during COVID-19: Sink or Swim?

In 1996, Nandan Children’s Fashion had set out to change the scene with readymade stylish children’s wear that did not burn a hole in the wallet. With options for various sizes and exclusive designs, the name Nandan has been essential for those looking for a set of trendy children’s clothes.
10 August 2020, 18:00 PM

In cheese we trust!

The block of dairy goodness known as cheese is a delight in every way for the foodie. Sliced, shredded, melted or just nibbled on its own; there is no end to the possible combinations of enjoying cheese.
6 July 2020, 18:00 PM

Week2: Getting into the flow

With roughly two-third of Ramadan ahead, it’s the perfect time to do some essential tidying up and have a look at the things you have or need to buy. There is nothing worse than leaving things for the last week and ending up with a hodgepodge of activities.
4 May 2020, 18:00 PM

5 things to help your mind in trying times

The Covid-19 pandemic is changing the world as we know it, and every day is becoming more difficult than the last one. The uncertainty and the change ensuing from it have simply crept up in a short amount of time, and are truly too much to take on for anyone.
20 April 2020, 18:00 PM

In the right state of being

The year 2020 is not shaping out to be in the world that we wanted — within just three months of the year, it has been one soul-shaking wakeup call after another, environmentally, politically, and health hazard-wise.
9 March 2020, 18:00 PM

Vanishing boundaries of digital privacy

Your only recollection is that a few days ago, you had exchanged a text with your friend about getting together for a quick morning chat. From that single exchange of information, the ever-helpful and always-listening ubiquitous virtual assistant has set up a new routine, without giving away much to let you know of the steps it has taken.
13 February 2020, 18:00 PM

The food franchise story

You don’t need to have a marketing degree to understand why an international food franchise will work (or slump in cases). Pricing, food quality, placement, delivery services, and above all — the voice of the people, are all it takes. After all, novelties wear off over time, but the great food always remains, be it a local eatery or a multi-storeyed, high-tech food place!
13 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Meet Bangladesh

It was not that long ago when travelling just meant going to one’s ancestral homes. Then again, there were not many options available for families or friends during the long stretch of Eid and Puja holidays. The denizens of the upper echelon had the opportunity to go overseas, but even they were a handful in number.
13 February 2020, 18:00 PM

NeoFarmers Delivering the next generation of natural products

Everyday essentials are faced with challenges like never before – food and daily use products are filled with harmful chemicals and compounds which should not come in contact with the human body.
2 September 2019, 18:00 PM

Karl Lagerfeld — The one and only K

Earlier this year, in February, the fashion world mourned the death of this acclaimed fashion designer, known for his innovative, in-the-moment style.
2 September 2019, 18:00 PM

Bohemia on your table

Living room décor is no longer the stiff and by the book styling taken off a magazine, but of course, there is a great distinction between a helter-skelter mess and a strategically casual setup.
19 August 2019, 18:00 PM

Earrings your way

Here’s a common scenario — you are picking jewellery for a semi-formal outing, or for work and suddenly you are stuck. Your earrings are either too long or too large. Your go-to usual ear-top sits there like ’meh’ and you are left wondering why you always
19 August 2019, 18:00 PM

The re-check list for your refrigerator

The height and width of this essential appliance is only the beginning.
15 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Return of the clips

You want to keep a lot of things out of your hair, but what happens when you want the hair to be out of your face? No matter what hair spray/mousse/mineral you use, combating unexpectedly breezy afternoons and fighting frizzy hair days have one go-to: the hair clip!
15 July 2019, 18:00 PM

A cheesemaker with a message

Times are changing. No longer will any food enthusiast be puzzled with an offer of something that is made by pouring bacteria into it. Not only will they say a resounding yes, the follow-up selection of dishes and food may overwhelm even the inquirer. Having said that, cheese certainly takes the top slot in this line-up as a delicious dairy goodness boasting of complex flavours.
15 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Berger’s easy solutions

It’s not every day that you want to paint your home. Be it a long overdue paint job or upgrading your abode in stylish hues, a good
8 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Re-thinking kitchen appliances

Modern life and living calls for fast solutions, especially for anything related to kitchen and cooking. As kitchen and home appliances are available like never before, it’s time to lessen the daily grind to a somewhat tolerable level.
1 July 2019, 18:00 PM

Deodorising your refrigerator

It’s the most common olfactory assault in one’s home – opening the refrigerator door and holding your nose as you look for your leftover sandwich or trying to get the tomatoes before your breath runs out. There is a simple fix for this and you will be wondering why you
24 June 2019, 18:00 PM

Getting your essentials the easy way

Jogaan.com, an online grocery shop with a clever play on the Bangla word meaning ‘supply’ or ‘delivery,’ is focused with the simple mission of meeting people’s daily needs in the easiest possible way.
20 May 2019, 18:00 PM

Find the right Eid gift at MINISO

Ramadan is now on full swing, and with the temperature escalating, it wont be long before we are at the end of the Ramadan.
13 May 2019, 18:00 PM

Savour the taste of Ara-bia this Ramadan at Pan Pacific Sonargaon

Ramadan in Dhaka is going to be a delectable Arabian gastronomical tour for the food lovers, after a long day of fasting, at Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka. This year, the highlight for the iftar buffet is all about a Pan Arabian iftar with Asian and Western flavours.
6 May 2019, 18:00 PM

The invisible plus size section

The Baishakhi festivities could not even take a breather, and Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr preparations are already in full swing. You cannot walk past a corner on the streets without Eid fashion advertisements blocking your sight.
6 May 2019, 18:00 PM

An eye on diet beyond Ramadan fasting

Typically, Ramadan means a lot of planning, which truthfully remains as words on paper, or hastily typed words on a touch screen. This time around, Star Lifestyle is focusing on the practical side of things. Our highlight for this week is maintaining proper eating habits while fasting, which can be applied throughout the mo
6 May 2019, 18:00 PM

Best of music that’s NOT on the charts

The billboard charts are a new form of auditory torture; the YouTube trending list of music has the lasting impression of waves on wet sand. Finding some decent listening material is over a week of scrolling away. But luckily, it payed off!
15 April 2019, 18:00 PM

The not-so-ordinary condiment!

Salt — love it or hate it, you can’t do without it. We are not talking of using it as a seasoning or an essential ingredient only though! Here some of the best things centred on salt that you can do on your own.
15 April 2019, 18:00 PM

Steelcase: Workspace furnishing with impact

For a typical 9-to-5 office worker, the majority of indoor time is spent sitting, be it for brainstorming or for a meeting, or just resting.
25 March 2019, 18:00 PM

The quest for the right children's literature

Growing up and reading Sukumar Ray was the most natural thing to do for a young reader with a moderate appetite for all things fun.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

The futuristic view on architecture

For Bangladesh, the challenge is to focus more on the practical side rather than aesthetical perspective. More often than not, aesthetics is applauded, while functionality is set aside.
23 February 2019, 18:00 PM

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