Shattering the savant myth

I hope from the last article the complex nature of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is starting to become clear.
6 November 2017, 18:00 PM

Why should we eat vegetables?

It would not be easy to find a child who hasn't questioned the need to have fruits. Most fruits are sweet and possibly, the reason for being such favourites.
6 November 2017, 18:00 PM

How to replace pizza, movie night with family fitness dates

Family fitness dates are replacing the old-school pizza and movie nights as more parents are realising that the benefits of moving aren’t just about burning calories but setting an example for the next generation.
2 November 2017, 06:10 AM

The origin of Halloween

The candy laden and costume parading Halloween of popular culture owes its beginnings to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain.
30 October 2017, 18:00 PM

Will the real Count Dracula please stand up?

More than anything, he preferred the horrible ways of impalement to torture and execute his enemies. Moreover, to warn his enemies of his strict moral code, he would create a display of the decaying corpses, hanging from the stakes.
30 October 2017, 18:00 PM

A scrumptious voyage at 138 East

A juxtaposition of imaginative, upscale cooking and casual dining, 138 East prides itself as one of the few gastro pubs in Dhaka city. The eatery stands tall amidst the quiet lanes of Gulshan 1 with the keen intent of inviting people to visit.
23 October 2017, 18:00 PM

Scrumptious chicken

In a mixing bowl, add the coriander, paprika, cayenne, onion, garlic powder, white pepper, 2 tsp of salt, and brown sugar. Mix well.
23 October 2017, 18:00 PM

Recipes by Khazana

Marinate the chicken with yoghurt, salt, turmeric and ¼th teaspoon pepper powder, and set aside for about 20 minutes.
23 October 2017, 18:00 PM

Date back to the Ice Age

“Life is an ice cream, enjoy it before it melts.”
23 October 2017, 18:00 PM

A taste of Thailand

Crush the chillies and garlic in a mortar into a fine mix. Cook noodles in boiling water for 20 seconds. Use a strainer to take it out and transfer to a mixing bowl. Cook shrimps in the same boiling water.
16 October 2017, 18:00 PM

Be a conscious eater

Nutrition labels on food packages debuted in the food industry in 2005. Although they may have gone unnoticed, the food labels have become more accurate and elaborate throughout their evolution.
16 October 2017, 18:00 PM

Mutton delicacies

Rub the meat with yoghurt and leave it to marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight. Return to room temperature before cooking it. Leave the salt until later as it tends to draw out the meat juices.
16 October 2017, 18:00 PM

We love our veggies

Steam Colocasia (kochu)
9 October 2017, 18:00 PM

Chef's special from Four Points Sheraton

For the salad, preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Place the potatoes in a roasting pan and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Roast until tender, tossing from time to time, for about 40 minutes. Meanwhile, for the lamb, combine the garlic, rosemary, olive oil, salt and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the lamb and let stand for 30 minutes.
2 October 2017, 18:00 PM

A foodie's trekking guide to Banani and Gulshan

Shawkat barely managed to clock in on time on Sunday. If only there was a way to take care of breakfast before coming to office. Brunch would not be bad either — he can make do with something hearty at around 11:30 AM.
2 October 2017, 18:00 PM

The comfort of a Japanese diner

The very first thing we learn to associate with things Japanese are the tell-tale décor of bamboo, the soft ambient lighting, and the unique minimalist seating arrangements—and Ichi, at Banani Road 11, does not disappoint.
2 October 2017, 18:00 PM

Royal member of the paratha family

Even as we know this, comprehending what this means is at times beyond us, and we can understand that from the foods we love.
25 September 2017, 18:00 PM

Bhog for puja

Durga Puja — the ceremonial worship of the mother goddess, is one of the most important festivals of Bengali hindus. The first grand worship of goddess Durga in recorded history is said to have been celebrated in the late 1500s.
25 September 2017, 18:00 PM

Tweaking the kitchen ball

D-Day has arrived and you did not even realise it. As your child moves to a new country — a new world— the deepest fear engulfs your mind, “Can s/he make it on his/her own? Did I raise him/her strong enough to lead a life on their own?”
18 September 2017, 18:00 PM

A beginner's guide to cutting out sugar

Sugar cravings may just feel like a small spree when you consume a handful of sugary goodness. But those sprees can last quite a while and become the calorie equivalent of full course meals before you know it.
18 September 2017, 18:00 PM