Transactions closed around midnight at Nagendra Bazar, but the wholesale fish market is buzzing with activity. Some of the warehouses are producing gigantic ice chunks to keep the fresh catch cool and ...

When do you say your ilish has gone bad? It is never when the curry is too jhaal or nunpora. Ask Bengalis and they will tell you that ilish goes bad only when it is not served in plenty. Way before ...

Hilsa or Ilish or Tenualosa ilisha is possibly the most popular fish from Bengal. Related to the Herring family, the fish is not only consumed in the Indian subcontinent, but also extensively consumed ...

"Nothing can stop the saliva coming out of your tongue when you hear the name again. If you have ever tasted it, you can feel the taste. In case you haven't, I'm sure you will set your mind on it ...

Fishermen have expressed their frustration as Ilish fishes are not being found at the Port Road Ilish Market in Barisal, the largest wholesale market for ilish in the country, even after imposing a ...

Cut and wash the fish thoroughly. Marinate the fish pieces with salt and a pinch of turmeric powder. Allow it to rest for 15-20 minutes. In a wok, add oil. Once the oil begins to smoke, add kalo jeera ...

Bangladesh’s Ilish production has continued to grow due to the government bar on netting Jatka (Ilish fry) and strict implementation of rules regarding protection of the production zones. Besides, ...

Fish is a cultural identity for Bengalis. It is not just a part of their diet, but a staple. In most Bengali households, fish is a part of their daily diet. While there are different types of fish ...

The Bangladesh government has officially confirmed that no hilsa (ilish) fish will be exported to India during this year’s Durga Puja festival. This decision aims to ensure sufficient supply for local ...

Hilsa or ilish is an expensive seasonal fish. When it is in season (September to October), hilsa lovers tend to loosen their purse strings at least once. Starting at ₹1,200 a kilogram, the variety, ...

This monsoon, Kolkata’s restaurants have been taken over by the queen of fish. From timeless favourites like Shorshe Ilish and Bhapa Paturi to modern renditions like smoked hilsa and grilled ilish ...

Have you tasted the best of the hilsas yet? If not, visit The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata to enjoy Ilish Parbon, a tribute to Bengal’s beloved silver delight, ilish (hilsa). Ilish Parbon at Alfresco ...