Irregular monthly cycle

A woman's menstrual cycle is from the first day of her period all the way to the day before her next period.
9 May 2016

All you need to know about gluten

Gluten is a general name for proteins found in wheat, rye, barley, etc. It helps foods maintain their shape, acting as a glue that holds them together.
9 May 2016

Sour green-mango delights to beat summer blast

The tangy scent or even the sound of the delightfully sour mangoes ‘kacha aam’ is all it takes to make the mouth water. This is one heavenly fruit, you would want to eat to the point of stomach ache. To us Bengalis, Kacha aam is the gift-of-gods!
7 May 2016

Daytime Skincare During Summer

Once again Baishakh has taken over the country in all its sunny glory.
2 May 2016

Menopausal moms

Thank you for your question. Menopause, is indeed a very significant time in a woman's life and it is important to understand it.
2 May 2016

Savouring in the Flavors

Even though it is part of a hotel (Platinum Grand), let this not influence you in any way. The restaurant runs by its own identity.
2 May 2016

Summer refreshers

The heat is unbearable this year; whenever I am out in the open, my skin feels like it's burning red.
2 May 2016

Shimanto Square: Haven for Foodies

When wanting to go out, be it for an outing, brunch with friends, a family outing, an evening drink, or just wanting to eat out...
25 April 2016

Apps for your snaps

These days you do not have to fire up the old Photoshop machine on your laptop to edit your photos.
25 April 2016

Transforming the mind – from anger to compassion

The mind, or an individual's stream of consciousness, can become polluted by ignorance, attachment and aversion.
25 April 2016

Fish tales!

The term 'makha' means to mingle or blend. All makha dishes do not go through the classical process of first making gravy in hot oil...
25 April 2016

LEMON-HERB BAKED CHICKEN

Clean the chicken breasts, and pat dry. You should have 4-6 slices in total. Place the chicken in a pan and add half of the olive oil.
18 April 2016

Dining at Bukhara

Bukhara is a classic Indian restaurant located at the heart of Kamal Ataturk Avenue, and it is home to one of the most authentic Indian tastes.
18 April 2016

Carbon emissions and how to prevent them

It has not been long since we celebrated Pahela Falgun and happily welcome the spring in full bloom. But when putting a foot outside...
18 April 2016

ASK MAYA APA

I am sitting for my A-level exams this year but I can't seem to be able to study. Every time I sit down with my books...
18 April 2016

More to know about food and the body

How many times have you envied the dramatic weight loss of a friend, overlooking her preoccupation with food and dieting...
18 April 2016

Summertime Sweets And Savouries

Nimki, also known as 'namakpara,' is a traditional North Indian snack.
11 April 2016

3 ways to know if someone is a psychopath

Here are three things to watch out for if you suspect someone to be a psychopath.
10 April 2016

A Medley of Meat and Spices

I walked into this new Lebanese restaurant in Dhanmondi with my cousin having promised her a farewell treat.
6 April 2016

The Bengali Special

Pui-shak (basella alba) is a green, leafy vegetable rich in calcium, vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and lots of soluble fibre.
4 April 2016