Tea

BOOK REVIEW: NONFICTION / Navigating culture, history, and nostalgia in ‘My Life in Tea’

Review of Anwarul Azim’s book ‘My Life in Tea’ (The University Press Limited, 2023)

Winds of winter and elections bring little joy to tea stalls

Rises prices and a lack of festive election atmosphere didnt help tea sales across the country

Tea growers saw bumper yields in 2023

Bumper yields have made tea production in Bangladesh reach a historic high in 2023, according to industry people

#Perspective / The power of a cup of tea

Every morning, a cuppa prepared in deshi-style is what most Bengalis crave no matter what part of the world they live in.

Do we overly romanticise drinking tea?

It's no secret that we Bangladeshis love our tea.

On the love for matka cha

Cha is a beverage that brings people closer, effortlessly complements our ‘adda’ sessions, and adds warmth to our chilly evenings. As winter has announced its arrival, matka cha is trending once again. Its smoky and sweet flavour is a pure delight to the taste buds that would give the cinnamon latte or luxurious espresso from any 5-star hotel a run for its money!

#Perspective / Winter tea parties to warm up the soul

If you have a veranda decked out with plants and ferns, place two garden chairs and the setting is perfect for a tea. Simply spread the tea table for your spouse and yourself, with just two cups of steaming milk tea and ghee toast, and it is party enough. In this busy metro-life of yours, you two do not have the luxury to spend quality time together let alone enjoy a cup of tea in silence.

The appeal of coffee culture in a tea-loving nation

With the growing popularity of practices such as ‘me time’ and ‘solo dates’, more and more young people are looking for a table for one.

The best tea spots you can find

Teas are a joy, be it chamomile, Earl Grey, Makaibari or just good old deshi milk tea. A light sip of hot black tea with a slight squeeze of lemon or brewed heavily in cardamoms and cloves, or frothy milk tea; it makes you happy and keeps you going. So, with the advent of chilly evenings and misty midnights, go for your favourite warm fuzzy brew to add a little liveliness to your day’s itinerary.

August 21, 2022
August 21, 2022

Rejuvenate your soul with refreshing iced tea

What can be a better thirst quencher than a glass of chilled and refreshing iced tea in this hot and humid weather? Nothing beats the heat better than a rejuvenating glass of iced tea. Here is an array of fruity, soul replenishing iced tea recipes for you to enjoy this summer.

June 19, 2022
June 19, 2022

5 activities to do with your Dad on Father’s Day

Every year, families all around the world celebrate Father’s Day. Some plan intricate activities, and some give small or grandiose gifts to celebrate the special men in their lives. For most, fathers are like superheroes who are always ready to take on daily challenges for their children. It goes without saying the significance of fatherhood is beyond words, as he is the person who works tirelessly to fulfil the needs of his family that comes in all sizes and shapes. On a special day such as this, many struggles to devise ways to surprise or please their fathers. Because, let's face it, he has done it all, seen it all and knows it all. This is why we are here to help you plan a special father’s day with activities!

June 14, 2022
June 14, 2022

High Tea Splendour at The Mumbai Express!

High tea parties have always looked fun and fascinating from the outside; I have been longing to experience one as such for ages. This is where ‘Mumbai Express’ came to my rescue, with not just any ordinary ‘high tea’ delicacy, but a full-fledged three course snack meal with a unique twist — ‘The Deshi High Tea!’

May 22, 2022
May 22, 2022

Enjoying a cup of tea like a royal

The Bangladeshi culture is obsessed with dipping their biscuits and toasts in ‘cha’ - milk tea, while relishing their evening snacks and watching their favourite soap opera.

October 24, 2021
October 24, 2021

The goodness of matcha

Matcha, a form of tea that has its roots in China and translates to “ground tea” in Japanese, is a proud representation of the shared love for tea in Eastern Asia.

March 11, 2018
March 11, 2018

Health benefits of exquisite tea

Tea is not only tea; it is a cup of positivity. Someone said, "A cup of tea is an excuse to share great thoughts with great minds". I would like to dedicate my article for all true tea lovers. Pick one or more that is best suited to your entire health.

January 17, 2016
January 17, 2016

Tea garden workers chase pro-SEZ men

Agitating tea garden workers yesterday chased away Chunarughat upazila chairman's men who had gathered on the proposed Special Economic Zone (SEZ) site in Chandpur of Habiganj to showcase their strength in favour of the government plan.

December 15, 2015
December 15, 2015

Habiganj tea workers on strike demanding cancellation of SEZ

Around 15,000 workers from four tea gardens in Chunarughat upazila of Habiganj continued an indefinite strike for the second consecutive day today demanding cancellation of the special economic zone (SEZ).

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