Stories by Riffat Rashid
People are no longer lamenting, 'Oh no, another live BBQ place in Karachi.' They're finally thinking: what’s next?
Published 16 May, 2026 08:35am
For years, live East Asian BBQ in Karachi was a novelty that couldn’t hold its audience. The question used to be: why would
Published 10 May, 2026 08:15am
Some dishes soar, some fall short and the ambience does a lot of the heavy lifting — but the restaurant still earns its place.
Published 15 Apr, 2026 01:42pm
Some dishes soar, some fall short and the ambience does a lot of the heavy lifting — but Mizu still earns its place at Karachi’s
Published 12 Apr, 2026 06:34am
From hotpot and baos to ramen and Korean BBQ, Karachi's foodies were inspired by new flavours and dishes this year.
Published 27 Dec, 2023 01:33pm
It's more than a fad and in Karachi, that's really saying something.
Published 31 Dec, 2022 11:41am
From hot cocoa with some drama to the OG hot chocolate, we've got you covered.
Published 28 Jan, 2022 10:11am
Why pay for hot chocolate when you can make the perfect cuppa at home?
Published 10 Jan, 2022 02:27pm
Hot pot, dumplings, baos, speciality coffee and everything else that we couldn't get enough of this year.
Published 31 Dec, 2021 01:50pm
There's no season like mango season, especially when it comes to yummy treats!
Published 08 Aug, 2021 01:00pm
The NCOC decision wasn't met with the joy we expected and it has everything to do with the two conditions the govt has set.
Updated 05 Jul, 2021 02:05pm
Limited social gatherings have contributed to the boom in platters but restaurant owners don't think it will last long.
Published 05 May, 2021 01:50pm
Plastic use was driven up by delivery and takeaway orders during the pandemic.
Published 29 Apr, 2021 11:15am
Banana bread, banana bread everywhere.
Published 24 Dec, 2020 11:42am
In a year of social distancing and lockdown, ordering food is no longer about only easy and convenient — it's also about quality.
Published 11 Dec, 2020 12:49pm
Sneaked in as a harmless cookie butter spread, Lotus Biscoff has quickly turned into a likely crowd puller.
Published 09 Oct, 2020 11:56am
Expects lots of laughs and no shashkas, says the director
Published 21 Nov, 2017 10:31am
We don't necessarily recommend you take your mother along for this one
Published 22 Aug, 2017 05:13pm
The man behind the improv troupe 'The Platoon' talks about unleashing funny potential and training aspiring comedians
Published 13 Jul, 2017 08:38am
Satisfy the cravings ─ but go easy on the biryani!
Published 01 Jul, 2017 12:38pm
