The COVID-19 catastrophe has plunged Bangladesh into a public health crisis, not to mention the social and economic turmoil. Since early March, the government has been cautioning the public against gathering in large numbers, advising people to remain indoors.

A hypnotising aura of rains, blooming flowers and the occasional breeze is the core of monsoon. The culmination of all these mesmerising elements of the season is the highlight of Kay Kraft’s latest line-up.

More than just a brilliant rice preparation, biriyani is a royal treat! Indeed, what other dish gives you such magnificent flavours and richness?

To prevent the spread of COVID-19, frequent hand washing has become a mandatory practice. However, it is not always possible to have water and soap around.

This COVID-19 lockdown has seen so many firsts. It has seen the birth of many gardeners, chefs, bakers, painters, singers, dancers, comedians, and even, hairdressers.

I see a flash of yellow, then a glimpse of parrot wings, sometimes even a baby parrot perched on a terrace railing, or crows arguing on a distant ledge. Butterflies flutter past, tiny messengers of births and marriages, there is much to enjoy in the constant activity of nature.

The general holiday or lockdown has wreaked havoc on our sleep cycles; many are struggling to fall asleep and wake up on time.

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.

This season also happens to bring one of those unfortunate bouts of lack of appetite. Gulping down soups or heavy broths just do not sit right for the stomach.

There is something about tea that calms me down. And tea parties are my all-time favourite invites; not only dressing up for the elaborate

‘Pinky Promise by Nity’ started its journey in mid-October 2019, with a vision of sharing Tazrian Binte Ishaque’s dreams of putting PJs into daily lifestyles for women.

The noise of every shifted gear was awesome. On a zigzagging upslope, playing catch-up to keep the car from rolling back with the perfect mix of clutch and accelerator wasn’t easy.

Few weeks into the pandemic, Khan realised her assumptions were a little premature because thevirulent disease turned out to be like no other, devastating the world and stalling it for what felt like forever!

The future of market places is online, and looking at the largest businesses around, like Amazon and Alibaba, success lies in wide diversification too! In that vein, local venture Aladeiin.com could be your permanent go to for basic necessities, as they add more and more products and payment options to their service portfolio.

There is no such thing called too much sunshine, we realise that now, my mom and I, and how important and necessary that routine was for me as a baby. And I understand that the colour of the skin never really mattered, though my mother begs to differ.

The English rain feels obligatory, like paperwork. It dampens already damp days and slicks the stones already smoothened by the ravages of a thousand seasons.

Rain has a way of taking us on an overwhelming rollercoaster ride of emotions.

Beni, or braids, invoke in my mind lustrous locks of hair, strands intertwined, to make intricate artistic patterns. The same idea translates to beautifully textured rugs, at Beni Boonon – worked on by 300 women artisans in a cottage industry in Savar.

Let Star Lifestyle tell you all about the trendiest blend of colours this monsoon. Colours influence the mind more than you think.

Ever imagine going to a wellness retreat for a week or so, completely secluded from the outside world? No matter how hefty it maybe on the wallet, most of us have jotted down the option on our individual bucket lists.