street food
Heading near Madaripur? Then try their mouth-watering Tk 3 egg chop!
Madaripur Sadar’s famous 3-taka egg chop is a hidden gem loved by locals. Prepared fresh daily, it offers affordability and rich street food culture. Visit the unmarked stall near 10 No. Bridge for an authentic taste and welcoming atmosphere.
26 February 2025, 11:29 AM
Dhaka’s Culinary Street Performers: Live cooking stations captivate the city
Food prepared on the streets is nothing new in Dhaka. Darul Kabab of yester-Dhaka saw various kebabs on skewers, or seekh as it is called in Bangla, being grilled over an open fire or coal embers.
19 February 2025, 18:00 PM
From piyaju to pizza: Dhaka’s street food business takes a delicious journey
Roughly two decades ago, Dhaka’s street food scene was all about simplicity: crispy piyajus and singaras, deep-fried puris, or spicy jhal muri. Depending on the season, you would also find a variety of pithas -- comforting, traditional and closely tied to local flavours.
7 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Dhaka's winter: Hot teas and spicy soups to beat the chill
I would not go near Tetulia simply because I love the tropical weather in Dhaka. For the two months that winter lasts here in Bangladesh, this old city is cloaked in a mild chill. That is enough for Dhaka locals to bring out their monkey caps, mufflers, coats, and whatnot.
3 January 2025, 18:39 PM
Why I gave Selim’s Kabab Ghor my heart — and half my stomach
A food lover finally visits Selim Kabab Ghor, discovering its authentic charcoal-cooked beef kebabs, chicken chaaps, and brain fry that redefine his culinary expectations. He celebrates savouring every bite amid an unexpectedly vibrant late-night crowd.
31 October 2024, 09:59 AM
Gulshan’s secret: Street food so good, it puts your fancy fusion to shame
In Gulshan-2, Dhaka, a hidden street food paradise offers authentic flavours that evoke nostalgia. Discover vibrant stalls serving crispy fuchka, hearty halim, and late-night kebabs, reminding you of the true essence of comfort food.
24 October 2024, 11:28 AM
Forget gourmet, Shahjadpur’s muri bhorta is the real explosion of flavours
Shahjadpur Jheel Par brims with many food carts. Here, you can find everything from crispy fuchka to steaming hot momos making it a vibrant hub. However, the muri bhorta stands out for its uniqueness among all the delicious offerings.
23 October 2024, 10:17 AM
Budget-friendly escapes near Sangsad Bhaban
If you are a resident of Dhaka, it is unlikely that you haven’t heard of Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban. But did you know the area surrounding the Sangsad Bhaban is a thriving recreational hub for all walks of life?
25 September 2024, 00:00 AM
Street food may not be that good
Street foods like chotpoti, chola-muri, sandwich, sugarcane juice, aloe vera juice, and mixed salads in Dhaka contain harmful bacteria, a recent study reveals.
10 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Study confirms harmful bacteria presence in street foods
Street foods like chotpoti, chola-muri, sandwiches, sugarcane juice, aloe vera juice, and mixed salad in Dhaka contain harmful bacteria, a recent study reveals
10 June 2024, 06:36 AM
Taste Asia on a budget: 5 best street food destinations
Food is an essential part of any tourist’s dream trip. So, what’s better than getting delectable meals at an affordable price? Here are 5 cities to savour Asia’s mouth-watering street foods at the most reasonable rates!
6 January 2024, 11:30 AM
Kebabs, soups, momos and more: Welcome to the bustling street food scene of Mohammadpur
Each street popular for its food has a story to tell. From the narrow lanes of Old Dhaka, the bustling Taltola or Banani 11, to Uttara — they all have their flavour for us to relish. Each experience is richer than the next one but hands down, it's time to re-discover Mohammadpur's street food this winter, for its warmth and vivacity.
21 November 2022, 13:19 PM
6 most beloved Bengali comfort snacks
In the crowd of burgers, pizza, and fried chicken, are we slowly forgetting our traditional Bengali comfort snacks? Let’s bring them back in our lives, no matter what part of the world you live in. After all, Bengali comfort snacks are the most appetizing, most flavourful hands down! We have drawn up a list of the most beloved Bengali comfort snacks. While these snacks are available on the street and in restaurants, they can be quite easily prepared at home, too.
14 November 2022, 12:18 PM
Is the fuchka overrated?
Street food is at the heart of the Bangladeshi culinary experience, what even is a Bengali without their undying love for fuchka? Almost every single locality has its special vendors with the ‘best’ fuchka. Now the humble fuchka has once again etched a place for Bangladeshi cuisine on the world culinary map as it made its way into the list of “50 of the best street foods in Asia” by CNN.
30 August 2022, 06:22 AM
Obama, Bourdain eat cheap noodles, drink cold beer in Vietnam
Deep in the heart of Hanoi, US President Barack Obama sits down for a $6 meal with celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain on Tuesday. The chef, known for his love of adventurous street food, describes the date in a series of tweets and an Instagram post.
24 May 2016, 14:39 PM
Good initiative for safe street food
The Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) yesterday formally handed over 80 food carts to as many trained vendors at a ceremony with a view to ensuring safe street food and improving public health.
11 April 2016, 18:00 PM
The weird, wonderful Ramadan foods in Malaysia
The Ramadan stalls are in full swing and there is all manner of food to buy. Here is a list of unusual fare at several bazaars in Kuala Lumpur
6 July 2015, 07:19 AM