The culinary charm of Eid-ul-Fitr is unavoidable -- a diverse tapestry rich with flavours that have been passed through generations. As soon as the sun rises and Eid prayer ends, the air gets filled with the aroma of spices and herbs, from the fragrant of Pulao and Kebab to the sugary smell of Sheer Khurma and Kunafa. These dishes are more than just food; they are a celebration of tradition and culture.

During this festive season, we bring something unique for you -- traditional dishes with modern twists that will
surprise your guests.

We all know how popular Shami Kebab is in Bangladesh -- you will find it at everyone’s place during Eid. Typically, the kebabs are made in a moon shape; so, instead of doing that, you make it in tiny balls and insert toothpicks for easy hold. This way, guests can avoid touching them and getting oil on their fingers. Moreover, it’s a fun way to serve and have it.
Note: Put toothpicks on only those you will serve for snacking.

Similarly to Shami Kebab, every household will have the popular dessert -- Sheer Khurma. Each family has its own take on this traditional sweet dish. So, instead of serving Sheer Khurma in a huge bowl as usual, how about you try single-serving this Eid? You can use coupe glasses to provide a modern look. Trust us, your guests will love it!

Chocolate-covered dates are the new trend now. Instead of purchasing it online, you can easily make it at home and serve it to your guests. Just make a slit on the dates, take the seeds out, stuff it with nuts like cashews or almonds, and then dip it in melted dark chocolate. The dark chocolate will create the perfect balance with the sweetness of the dates. You can also cover the dates with slivered pistachios.

Who doesn’t like Kunafa (knafeh)? It is such a remarkable dessert that makes your mouth water. We all know about the modern take-on of Kunafa – Dubai chocolate. It’s one of the most hyped desserts both in Bangladesh and the world. Don’t worry; we will not ask you to make the chocolate bar. But, if you can get your hands on the pistachio cream (which is available in Dhaka now), then you can either make Chocolate Pistachio Cookies or Dubai Chocolate Tart. Trust us, these desserts will be the star of the show for any Eid party.

We know mousse is not a traditional dish for Eid, but this next dessert will be perfect for the current hot and humid weather. Typically, mousse is made with chocolates, strawberries, or raspberries. Hardly, anyone thinks about using watermelon. The best part is that it’s watermelon season! Watermelon mousse is very light and refreshing and is a delicious dessert that will ‘wow’ your guests.
Note: Serve watermelon mousse with grated dark chocolate and fresh mint leaves soaked in watermelon juice to create the perfect summer dessert look.