Posted by Pamela Nandi on April 14, 2024 It’s time to mark the commencement of the Bengali Calendar on Apr-14 this year – ‘Poila Baisakh’. Amidst the scorching heat, the vibrant celebration brings Bengalis together to get drenched into the festive mood. Apart from wearing new clothes, opening a new ledger book ‘halkatha’ – a…
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By Pamela Nandi | Apr 15, 2022 While the ‘City of joy’ is lit up with the hue of Bengali’s one of the most celebrated occasion – POILA BOISHAKH, enjoy some sumptuous and delightful meals to satisfy your buds on the auspicious occasion of ‘Nababorso’ curated by some talented chefs. Aaheli, The Peerless Inn 12,…
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By Pamela Nandi | Apr 13, 2021 Gift yourself some unforgettable moments by celebrating ‘Nabobarsha’ or ‘Poila Baisakh’ in full ‘bangaliana’ accompanied by nostalgia into one of these decadent eateries to welcome ‘Bengali New Year‘. From iconic Bengali dishes like kosha mangsho, chingri malai curry, basanti pulao to favourites like Biryani, Kebabs or Calcutta classics…
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By Pamela Nandi | Apr 15, 2019 Celebrate ‘Nabobarsha’ or ‘Poila Baisakh’ in full ‘bangaliana’ by tucking into one of these decadent eateries laden with the traditional preparations to welcome ‘Bengali New Year‘. Kolkata being synonymous with food—from street food to restaurant, the foodies can savour the delightful combination while enjoying the festive flavours. Here’s…
The Padma Chronicles – a voyage by culinary expert Nayana Afroz, Durbari, Swissotel
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