Holiday Inn Dhaka City Centre to Host Pahari Food Festival
Holiday Inn Dhaka City Centre will host “Tin Paharer Golpo – Pahari Food Festival 2026” from August 19 to 31, bringing the flavours and cultural traditions of Bangladesh’s hill regions to the capital.
The festival will highlight the culinary heritage of Rangamati, Khagrachhari and Bandarban through a specially curated buffet featuring traditional Pahari dishes and regional ingredients.
The menu will include Pahari Chicken Hebaang, Bamboo Chicken Biryani, Bamboo Shoot Chicken, Mutton Hebaang, Chicken Mundi, Chingri Mundi, Dim Mundi, Traditional Laksu, Pahari Momos, Pahari Noodles with Spicy Chicken, hill-style fish preparations, Binny Bhat, seasonal hill vegetables and Binni Chaler Payesh, among other dishes.
The buffet is priced at Tk 7,999 net per person. Guests enjoying the festival buffet will also receive complimentary access to the hotel’s swimming pool.
The hotel will create a Pahari-themed atmosphere with specially curated stalls showcasing elements of the lifestyle, culture and craftsmanship of the hill regions. A hill-inspired fountain installation in the lobby will also be featured during the festival.
Live music and traditional Pahari dance performances will add to the cultural programme, giving guests an opportunity to experience elements of the hill communities alongside the food.
Pubali Bank PLC is the Exclusive Bank Partner of the festival. Eligible Pubali Bank cardholders will receive a Buy 1 Get 4 offer, subject to applicable terms and conditions.
Air Astra has joined as the Airline Partner and will arrange a raffle draw, with one winner receiving a couple’s round-trip Dhaka-Sylhet-Dhaka air tickets. Probashi Helicopter, the Flying Partner, will offer another raffle prize comprising a helicopter flying experience for a couple.
Through the festival, Holiday Inn Dhaka City Centre aims to promote Bangladesh’s diverse regional cuisine and cultural heritage while offering Dhaka residents and visitors an opportunity to experience the traditions and flavours of the country’s hill regions.