Many milestones accompany a baby's first few years. However, one of the most memorable of these has to be when the baby takes his or her first steps.

Pattabhi Jois is considered the father of Ashtanga Yoga as it is practiced now. He began learning at the age of 12 from Krishnamacharya, the father of modern yoga.

He has been trained by some of the biggest names in the culinary world including Gary Mehigan, George Calombaris, Matt Moran, all judges of Masterchef Australia.

Boil sliced hog plum pieces in salt water. Wash, clean and then prepare the prawns in a bowl with turmeric and salt. Then gently fry them off in a pan.

Methi pulao is a healthy dish prepared with fenugreek leaves and vegetables. I have added carrot and peas to make the methi favours mild and to balance its slight bitterness. You can use other vegetables like potatoes, cauliflower, capsicum or veggies of your choice.

Sleep sustains sanity. It is only after a good night's sleep that we feel revived. But what happens when sleep is a blessing but we feel cursed and devoid of it?

It is not what you do for your children, but what you have taught them to do for themselves, that will make them successful human beings - Ann Landers

For the mixed vegetable yoghurt curry (korma) we have employed Sylheti/Assamese wild kakrol, Sylheti/Assamese squash and farmed Kakrol from the flat land, which are much smaller in size, nevertheless taste just the same.

Lady fingers and pumpkin curry with mustard and poppy seeds

Inspired by a seven year old cooking Boeuf Bourguignon on television, we are often tempted to attempt making macarons and meringues at home.

For a long while now, Dhaka city has been considered the ultimate hub of foodies. With very few options of activities around, eating out seems to be the best bet when in need of a good rendezvous.

Turmeric has antiseptic properties that fight the bacteria that causes pimple and reduces their spread on the skin.

For as long as I can remember, I loved fish. When I complain about chicken, I opt for a fish meal. It's soft, flaky, takes minutes to cook and is super flavourful!

Dos and don'ts for barbecuing.

With advancement of technology we now have many ways of preserving meat. Drying meat under normal temperatures, humidity and circulation of the air, including direct influence of sun rays, is probably the oldest method of meat preservation.

Heat oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degree F). Grease a one kg loaf tin. Melt butter in a frying pan, add liver and fry over briskest until browned on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon, drain and cool on absorbent paper, then mince.

Tired of having to store your fresh Qurbani meat in your neighbour's fridge? Or does your fridge become unusable during the months after the holy festival when it is filled to the brim with everyone from your neighbours to your guards to your maids all storing their sacrificial meat in your ice box?

I miss the city where I grew up.. Chittagong, with its numerous hillocks and fields and beaches is a sharp contrast to the overcrowded, hectic and chaotic Dhaka. It had given me an amazing childhood.

The word 'marinade' was derived from French, Spanish word 'marino', which means 'pickle in brine', in the late 17th century.

Hunter beef is a great dish for Eid-ul-Adha; ideal for cool evenings with tea or coffee. A simple meaty dish for meat lovers to enjoy.