Sehri
Stay energised all day with these Bengali sehri dishes
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 nutritious recipes keep you full and satisfied throughout the day.
1 March 2025, 11:19 AM
Ramadan diet: Balancing calories while avoiding food coma
Fasting during Ramadan requires self-control and balanced nutrition. Sehri should include 500-600 calories with protein, fat, and hydrating foods. Iftar should start with dates, followed by complex carbs, lean proteins, and fiber to avoid overeating.
1 March 2025, 11:12 AM
Why I will always love the month of Ramadan
Ramadan holds a special place in the heart, rooted in childhood memories of fasting, reading, and spending time with family. The sacred month provides a chance for reflection, reconnecting with loved ones, and appreciating life's simple, meaningful moments.
27 February 2025, 10:13 AM
Skipping sleep for ‘sehri nights?’ Congrats, you played yourself!
Sehri outings in Dhaka have become a social trend, but not everyone enjoys midnight feasts, selfies, and sleep deprivation. Some prefer a quiet night at home, valuing rest over hype. After all, nothing good happens after 2 AM!
27 February 2025, 09:56 AM
Re-invent cool drinks for Ramadan with ISPI
Here are 5 recipes you can try with ISPI this Ramadan for iftar, or a special dinner.
10 March 2024, 10:43 AM
Pro tips for better dishwashing during Ramadan
After a day of fasting, fatigue often sets in, and the task of washing dishes can feel burdensome, particularly following a satisfying iftar. The dishwashing exercise can easily spiral out of control during iftar parties as you cater for a large number of guests.
10 March 2024, 10:33 AM
4 dessert recipes you can try this Ramadan
4 easy to make dessert recipes you can try this Ramadan.
10 April 2023, 11:03 AM
5 delicious chickpea recipes to try this Ramadan
Deciding on an iftar menu is quite the task and the options drop drastically when we are looking for something easy on the tummy as well as our time. What we do not know however, is that the humble chickpea in our kitchen can be quite versatile when it comes to iftar.
4 April 2023, 12:21 PM
5 easy-on-the-tummy meals for sehri
A few things signify the arrival of Ramadan and one of them is sehri. Ramadan sehri is one of the most important meals we consume as it is the last one before iftar. Sehri should be fulfilling and healthy at the same time.
3 April 2023, 10:55 AM
5 superfoods to include in your diet this Ramadan
Superfoods are mostly plant-based food with an exception of a few proteins.Here are top 5 superfoods you can incorporate into your diet during the month of Ramadan.
1 April 2023, 09:35 AM
Ramadan and young professionals
As a young professional, navigating the Ramadan schedule can be difficult.
30 March 2023, 00:00 AM
The Sehri Tales prompt is a Rorschach test for participants
If there is one thing that worries me a little, it is that the strong trend for themes of sexual violence that began to appear during lockdown, continues to be favoured by a significant number of our domestic writers.
2 May 2022, 10:11 AM
Ramadan and Diabetes: Everything to know while fasting
Diabetes can really bring one down to their knees especially during Ramadan by causing their blood sugar levels drop, making one feel more fatigued and weaker.
26 April 2022, 09:28 AM
Ideal calorie count during sehri and iftar
There is no general guideline for how much food to consume since everyone's calorie demands vary. Generally, 500–600 calories should be consumed at sehri. Whether you consume 400 or 1,000 calories at sehri, your body will feel hungry after 6–8 hours, so there is no need to overeat in the morning.
25 April 2022, 08:50 AM
Ramadan Maghfirat: How I channelled my rage into inspiration for Sehri Tales
I channelled my hurt, anger and frustration into poetry and flash fiction that had nothing to do with my agitator and her cronies.
21 April 2022, 10:20 AM
Bengali recipes that are perfect for sehri
Here are some Bengali recipes that you can make for the entire family during Sehri.
17 April 2022, 10:28 AM
How to avoid overeating in Ramadan?
Ramadan is not only the month for spiritual cleansing, but also rejuvenating the mind and body.
11 April 2022, 12:15 PM
Ramadan ‘soup-er’ bowl!
Keeping the month of Ramadan in mind, Star Lifestyle presents various mouth-watering easy-to-make recipes that would be an ideal addition to your iftar or sehri dishes.
18 June 2016, 10:33 AM
Gourmet Ramadan
Keeping in mind the long hours of fasting we will experience this year, the food on our platters should be hydrating and packed with nutrition and healthy in all aspects. To get you started, Star Lifestyle will present for its readers one recipe a day that would be an ideal addition to your iftar/sehri dishes.
7 June 2016, 05:00 AM
Best food practices in Ramadan (video)
Ramadan is upon us and Muslims all around the world have embarked in a month of fasting and abstinence. The Daily Star suggests some healthy practices to keep you fit and healthy this Ramadan.
24 June 2015, 09:28 AM