On the evening of Friday, 13 October, fashion brand Manas owner Faiza Ahmed organised her first stand-alone fashion show, Atma Bala 0.01. It took place at Dhaka Gallery, the endeavour of architect Mustapha Khalid Polash in Banani. It was an immersive experience, calling on all senses – from the taste of her exquisite vegan food buffet and the lingering smell of incense to the
On 13 October 2023, at Dhaka Gallery, Faiza Ahmed hosted Atma Bala 0.01 – a night of extraordinary affairs that goes beyond fashion and sheds light on contemporary topics about womanhood. Each design displayed not only made a fashion statement but also depicted the struggles women go through every day.
Nazifa Tushi, one of the finest actresses in our entertainment industry, recently walked the red carpet of Meril Prothom Alo Awards 2022 in a stunning, edgy look. Donning a 'Hawa' movie-inspired sari designed by the incredibly talented Faiza Ahmed of Manas, Tushi looked like the perfect embodiment of beauty, grace, and mystery.
Narkel Puli or Narikel Puri is a very popular Bangladeshi pitha made of rice flour, coconut, and date molasses. To add that extra essence for vegan tastebuds, I use crushed cashew, pinch of black cumin and walnut.
Mango has taken centre stage at Shanchayita this month, with a wide range of simple, complex, and unique dishes. While you can order their mouth-watering creations online or make reservations for a meal, here are 5 recipes to try in the comfort of your home.