Culture

A fixture in Bengali households for decades, this potent, punchy condiment is not your usual mustard sauce. Little wonder it’s becoming a culinary darling in gourmet kitchens across the world! #FoodSecrets #EdibleHeritage

The Durga Puja pandal by the Indraprastha Matri Mandir Nirman Society at Aradhana Park in IP Extension has gone further and used recycled items sourced from junkyards and scrap dealers. With gas cylinders for heads and steel scrap for bodies, the idols are accompanied with decorations made from used bulbs and soft drink cans.

“Food takes the center stage in our videos,” laugh Insiya and Saptarshi, whose viral videos on Bengali food have inspired over 5 lakh people all across the world!

A close-knit community, they have an incredible sense of pride in their tradition and culture.

From initiating ‘bhutayajna’ for ants and insects to preventing chicken pox, the strokes of Alpona have tied together the social fabric of Bengal for eons. #History #Heritage #PhotoStory

Attempts to grow this unique lime beyond the borders of Bengal have repeatedly failed. Yet its tantalising fragrance has travelled across the seas all the way to England!

The store gained popularity for its quality of books and diversity of subjects, for its proprietor had the skill to track down rare and in-demand books.

In videos lasting 120 seconds, Hebbar’s Kitchen enables you to cook up a storm for each meal of the day from breakfast to dessert, masala powders to chutneys, side dishes to beverages.

From spicy street treats to austere vegetarian delicacies, here's a list of must-try foods that define Kolkata's vibrant culinary culture. How many have you tried yet? #FoodSecrets #MustRead

They began by creating a Facebook page of the event along with a hashtag, #OurOdiaWedding, and posted typical Odia wedding rituals, running up to the main event, while explaining the significance and steps of these.