Michella Chowdhury

There are some spots that just get dumplings right and take the variety to a whole new level Photo: Ahadul Karim Khan/Dhaka Tribune

El Turkito serves two of the most internationally loved dishes from two individually loved cuisines, Mexican and Turkish with a familiar deshi touch to them. Their birria tacos deserve a special mention as they aim to make tacos and doner wraps a staple for Dhakaites...

Melting Pot is a Japanese-Korean restaurant in the capital and one of the first restaurants in Dhaka to bring those flavors to the local culinary scene. While most of their food is authentic, some have a fusion touch to them. “I would not say our food is entirely...

While we appreciate good food and well-made dishes at a restaurant, good beverages when made well, are equally enjoyable and a reason to return. At times they are the saving grace. There are some spots that take their beverages just as seriously as their...

A noodle master has to spend 10 years before they are even allowed to make ramen noodles for the public. Same with the broth. What we usually get are store bought noodles, and chicken broth cubes beefed up with flavouring. Some of these spots in Dhaka, however,...

Soups are soul food for a reason, as few dishes give us the same comfort that soup can. Be it warming you up in winter, nursing that pesky cold or just comforting you after a bad day, beneath the surface, a good bowl of soup does a lot more than just whet your appetite...

Appetizers set the tone for a meal, but only a few places know how to get them right. The best ones not only kick things off but also raise your expectations for what’s to come. Here is our list of places that we think serve fantastic appetizers. So...

Pastas are the ultimate comfort food. Whether you like it extra saucy or not, a good plate of warm pasta is sure to pop into your head the minute you want a satisfying carb fix after a long day, maybe second only to rice. Here’s a list of places we think serve...

Granted, most Bengalis are heavy meat eaters, but there are times when people need to change their diet, maybe for health reasons, maybe they had a change of heart or because their palate changed, whatever the reason, it doesn't hurt to have vegetarian options on the menu or a...

Thai cuisine is arguably Dhaka’s favourite cuisine, besides Bengali, and rightfully so. The spice levels match, the love for rice prevails and Thai food is never shy of bold flavours, and we are here for it. Here’s a list of a few of our top Thai...