Holiday Inn Dhaka set to showcase Pahari cuisine, culture from three hill districts

Holiday Inn Dhaka City Centre is set to host “Tin Paharer Golpo – Pahari Food Festival 2026”, featuring cuisine and cultural elements from the hill districts of Rangamati, Khagrachhari, and Bandarban.

A media statement by the hotel said the festival will run from Aug 19 to Aug 31, offering a buffet featuring traditional dishes using regional ingredients, including Pahari Chicken Hebaang, Bamboo Shoot Chicken, Mutton Hebaang, Chicken Mundi, Traditional Laksu, hill-style fish dishes, Binni Bhat, seasonal hill vegetables and Binni Chaler Payesh.

The buffet is priced at Tk 7,999 net per person. Guests taking the festival buffet will also receive complimentary access to the hotel’s swimming pool, the statement said.

The hotel will also feature Pahari-themed stalls, a hill-inspired fountain installation in the lobby, live music, and traditional Pahari dance performances. The activities are intended to showcase elements of the lifestyle, culture, and craftsmanship of the hill regions.

Pubali Bank PLC is the Exclusive Bank Partner of the festival, offering eligible cardholders a Buy 1 Get 4 (B1G4) deal, subject to applicable terms and conditions. B1G3 is also available on selected bank cards, according to the hotel’s statement.

Air Astra has joined as the Airline Partner and will hold a raffle for festival guests. Three winners will receive a couple round-trip air ticket for the Dhaka-Sylhet-Dhaka route, while Probashi Helicopter, the Flying Partner, will offer a helicopter flying experience for a couple to another winner.