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Christmas in Kolkata begins with cakes, writes Chef Shaun Kenworthy

Christmas in Kolkata begins with cakes, writes Chef Shaun Kenworthy

The city's sweet December rituals

Vir Sanghvi on flavours of Kolkata, his one-time home

Vir Sanghvi on flavours of Kolkata, his one-time home

The food critic on what the city has truly given to Indian cuisine

Cycling through Bengal changed Shantanu Moitra

Cycling through Bengal changed Shantanu Moitra

The music composer looks back on the last leg of ‘Anantha Yatra’ in Bengal

Explore Ed Sheeran’s Sapphire trail in Kolkata

Explore Ed Sheeran’s Sapphire trail in Kolkata

Ride a tram or visit Sovabazar Rajbari, Victoria Memorial and Eden Gardens

Long Reads

In search of Khejur Ras and Patali Gur

In search of Khejur Ras and Patali Gur

A quest to discover the labour and craft behind Bengal's winter delicacy

Dakshineswar: A temple on the river’s edge

Dakshineswar: A temple on the river’s edge

Rani Rashmoni’s vision has become a pilgrimage site of universal faith

Bengal on a plate: Your trusty local food guide

Bengal on a plate: Your trusty local food guide

A culinary map to start your Bengal gastronomic journey

Tracing time through coins

Tracing time through coins

These two Kolkata museums unlock centuries of history one coin at a time

Dawn destinations: Tiger Hill and beyond

Dawn destinations: Tiger Hill and beyond

Make the most of being an early bird. Catch some stunning sunrises at these destinations

Short Reads

Explore New Town on two wheels

Explore New Town on two wheels

Pedal through the area using a bicycle-sharing app

Hazarduari — The nawabi heritage of Murshidabad

Hazarduari — The nawabi heritage of Murshidabad

Visit the heritage landmarks at Kila Nizamat complex

Visit East Kolkata Wetlands, breathe in through Kolkata’s 'lungs’

Visit East Kolkata Wetlands, breathe in through Kolkata’s 'lungs’

Responsible for the city’s waste management, the green paradise is a lesson in sustainability

The sweet-smelling ‘attar’ alleys of Burrabazar

The sweet-smelling ‘attar’ alleys of Burrabazar

Rose, rajnigandha, oudh and white musk, discover centuries-old scents

Here’s where to find sparkling water in Kolkata

Here’s where to find sparkling water in Kolkata

Sourcing the bubbly refreshment in the city is easier than you think

Visit New Town Haat to take home a slice of Santiniketan

Visit New Town Haat to take home a slice of Santiniketan

Artisans from across Bengal showcase their handcrafted ware

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