Bangladesh is a land of diversity and natural beauty. The landscapes, lakes and rivers are soothing to the eye whereas the hills, forests, and waterfalls can thrill your heart. But there is one other thing that only adds to its appeal - the mouthwatering dishes from all over the country that are bound to tantalise your taste buds. The staple food of this country is rice, but if someone were to take a food tour across the whole country, s/he would be surprised not only by the deliciousness of the various dishes, but by the epic names and history behind them. Some are so unique and that you should pay a visit to their place of origin only to taste it. Here a few of our favourites.
Chuijhaal
The different preparations of beef and mutton can taste quite different from each other and can often surprise you. There is this one spicy ingredient called “chuijhaal” that adds a completely unique twist to your traditional beef or mutton curry, and can be found in the hotels near Zero Point of Khulna. If you are planning a trip to the Sundarbans, make sure you pay a visit there and have a delicious lunch with chuijhaal.
Khuder boa
If you are a fan of rice dishes, this is a must try. Hailing from Bikrampur, it is a special kind of rice that will make you go off ordinary rice forever. Local people love to have it with different kinds of bhorta and fried egg. This combination is absolutely out of this world, and will make you devour the dish in no time.
Rupchanda fry
This is a popular item all over the country, but if you really want to have the best, you need to go near the Bay of Bengal. Since Cox’s Bazaar is the most popular tourist spot, your chance of finding fresh fried rupchanda there is extremely high, as well as on the island of St Martin. Fishermen tend to catch the fish straight from the sea, and you can experience the entire process if you wish, from the water to the frying pan. After spending the day bathing in the sea, this freshly prepared sea fish is a must-try.
Seven layered tea
You probably have heard of this famous tea from Srimongol. It is available in the northeast region of Sylhet, and has already gained a reputation for both its look and taste. The secret recipe creates a rainbow inside the tea cup - layers of all seven colours or even more, offering different tastes in each sip. In the city of tea gardens, this delicacy is likely to become one of your fondest memories.
Strawberry bhorta
In the streets of Dhaka, you might find some temporary stalls of hawkers selling a special kind of bhorta made with strawberries when they are in season. Basically, they blend and mix the strawberries with different spices. This dish will change the way you view strawberries, forever.
Nokshi pitha
You need strong teeth to devour this sweet and beautiful 'cake'. It is found in many places around the country, but Noakhali probably produces the best version of it. The syrup from dates is very popular around these areas, so pitha made in this region are famous for their look and taste.
Bakorkhani
One of the jewels of Old Dhaka, the bakorkhani has been around since the time of the Mughals in the 17th century. Almost impossible to describe – the bakorkhani looks like a biscuit but melts in your mouth, giving you a mouthful of dry, buttery subtle sweetness. The bakorkhanis of Old Dhaka have maintained their look and feel for centuries, and are still considered a popular part of the local food culture.
This is only the tip of the iceberg, and many more dishes like these are available throughout Bangladesh. Travel is not only about seeing things, it can offer so much more. Plan your tour, book your tickets and hotels through www.jovago.net, go out there and experience the amazing dishes Bangladesh has to offer in every corner of her small but beautiful land. Make moments - after all, this is the most important thing we can do with the little time that is given to us.
This article has been provided by Jovago Bangladesh ltd, which is an online hotel booking platform.
The different preparations of beef and mutton can taste quite different from each other and can often surprise you. There is this one spicy ingredient called “chuijhaal” that adds a completely unique twist to your traditional beef or mutton curry, and can be found in the hotels near Zero Point of Khulna. If you are planning a trip to the Sundarbans, make sure you pay a visit there and have a delicious lunch with chuijhaal.
If you are a fan of rice dishes, this is a must try. Hailing from Bikrampur, it is a special kind of rice that will make you go off ordinary rice forever. Local people love to have it with different kinds of bhorta and fried egg. This combination is absolutely out of this world, and will make you devour the dish in no time.
This is a popular item all over the country, but if you really want to have the best, you need to go near the Bay of Bengal. Since Cox’s Bazaar is the most popular tourist spot, your chance of finding fresh fried rupchanda there is extremely high, as well as on the island of St Martin. Fishermen tend to catch the fish straight from the sea, and you can experience the entire process if you wish, from the water to the frying pan. After spending the day bathing in the sea, this freshly prepared sea fish is a must-try.
You probably have heard of this famous tea from Srimongol. It is available in the northeast region of Sylhet, and has already gained a reputation for both its look and taste. The secret recipe creates a rainbow inside the tea cup - layers of all seven colours or even more, offering different tastes in each sip. In the city of tea gardens, this delicacy is likely to become one of your fondest memories.
In the streets of Dhaka, you might find some temporary stalls of hawkers selling a special kind of bhorta made with strawberries when they are in season. Basically, they blend and mix the strawberries with different spices. This dish will change the way you view strawberries, forever.
You need strong teeth to devour this sweet and beautiful 'cake'. It is found in many places around the country, but Noakhali probably produces the best version of it. The syrup from dates is very popular around these areas, so pitha made in this region are famous for their look and taste.
One of the jewels of Old Dhaka, the bakorkhani has been around since the time of the Mughals in the 17th century. Almost impossible to describe – the bakorkhani looks like a biscuit but melts in your mouth, giving you a mouthful of dry, buttery subtle sweetness. The bakorkhanis of Old Dhaka have maintained their look and feel for centuries, and are still considered a popular part of the local food culture.
This is only the tip of the iceberg, and many more dishes like these are available throughout Bangladesh. Travel is not only about seeing things, it can offer so much more. Plan your tour, book your tickets and hotels through www.jovago.net, go out there and experience the amazing dishes Bangladesh has to offer in every corner of her small but beautiful land. Make moments - after all, this is the most important thing we can do with the little time that is given to us.This article has been provided by Jovago Bangladesh ltd, which is an online hotel booking platform.