🌿 The Legacy of Niramish Muri Ghonto In old Bengal, widowed ladies lived under strict food restrictions — no fish, meat, onion, or garlic. Yet, with resilience and creativity, they transformed these limitations into culinary innovation. Their kitchens gave birth to a wealth of vegetarian dishes that carried the richness and satisfaction of non-vegetarian fare, …
When you think of biryani, Kolkata’s iconic version—with its fragrant rice, tender meat, and that unmistakable aroma of kewra and saffron—stands tall. But within this cherished tradition lies a lesser-known gem: Kofta Gosht Biryani, a preparation featuring delicately spiced minced meatballs (koftas) in place of bone-in cuts. This variation doesn’t just elevate the texture and …
Kofta Gosht Biryani: A Persian Legacy in the Heart of Kolkata Read More »
For Marinating prawns: Medium Tiger prawns – 6 to 8 pieces (deshelled , cleaned, head separated) Turmeric powder – 1 tsp Salt – to taste For the curry: Mustard oil – 2 to 3 tbsp Bay leaf – 1 FS Bengali Garam Masala – 1 tsp Onion paste – 3 tbsp Ginger paste – 1.5 …
Recipe: Chingri Macher Malai Curry (Prawns in Coconut Milk) Read More »
Jamai Shoshthi is a traditional Bengali festival that celebrates the bond between a mother-in-law (Shashudi Maa) and her son-in-law (Jamai ). Observed mainly in West Bengal and by Bengali communities around the world, it usually falls in the month of Jaishtha (May-June). It’s a colorful expression of familial affection, gratitude, and cultural pride. On this …
Jamai Shoshti – A Celebration of Love, Respect & A Big Bengali Feast Read More »
“What’s in a name?” Shakespeare asked this very eloquently in his 1597 epic – “Romeo and Juliet”. Little did he know that 7,000 miles East of London, in Calcutta, the “Bangalees” were scripting their own epic with the same theme; not in Literature, but in food. The same extends to Bengali food. “Chorchori”, “Ghonto”, …
Before we head into the blog, here’s a quick reminder of the awesome menu we have lined up for you at Kolkata Beckons all through Pujo days (11th – 15th October) and for the rest of the month. Month Long Special – Bhoger Khichuri – Order here Our Special “Bongnese Treat” – Order here …
Pandal Hopping & Community Building – More Than Just Another Festival Read More »
Hungry before you read the blog, already? Check out Kolkata Beckons’ Bangla Bhoj Menu – Niramish and Amish. Let’s go on and read further now! If one yearns to see a city decked in the most gleaming and glittering lights with “dholok” beats matching every step one takes, the fragrances lining the air, and wide …
Durga Pujo 2021 – A Bit Different, A Lot Tastier Read More »
Let’s dive straight into our delectable selection of loose leaf teas, their flavor profiles and the brewing instructions. ASSAM CTC TEA: The Halmari CTC is an absolute perfect cup from Assam if you love drinking tea with milk and other condiments. The pure golden colour and absolute briskness of the cup is unmatched. Just pure …
Say Hi To India’s Best Chai , Straight from the Gardens Read More »
We at Fifth Season Restaurants have brought India’s most premium teas to Singapore, and have heeded the call of our connoisseurs to give them the royal experience that our brand is associated with. Bringing the most elusive and prestigious teas from Darjeeling, India, Fifth Season has embarked on a mission to treat the world to …
Champagne of Teas , Darjeeling Tea , a Diwali Gift ! Read More »
The varied “Mangal Kabya” were introduced into the ancient literature of Bengal during 14th n15th centuries. The Welfare Verses sang the well-being n happiness, festivities n sufferings in the folk -life of contemporary Bengal. The verses were inspired by changing seasons, bounty of nature, rain-fall n harvest ,crops in the fields and rivers, grace of …
