The Spiced River: Cooking with Love from Bangladesh

The Spiced River: Cooking with Love from Bangladesh

Author: Arif Hossain

Narrator: Clara McDonald

Step into the heart of Bangladesh, where every river bend carries stories, every spice tells a tale, and every meal is made with love. The Spiced River: Cooking with Love from Bangladesh is a rich, immersive audiobook cookbook that brings the soulful flavors of Bengali kitchens straight to your ears.

Guided by author Arif Hossain’s deep-rooted passion for his homeland’s culinary traditions, this audiobook captures the essence of cooking as an act of love—slow, intentional, and deeply connected to the land and its people. From fragrant rice dishes and river fish curries to golden lentils, street snacks, and festive sweets, Hossain offers a journey through regional specialties and everyday meals alike.

Narrated with warmth and clarity by Clara McDonald, each recipe unfolds like a cherished family memory. Alongside step-by-step instructions, listeners will discover cultural insights, ingredient origins, and heartfelt anecdotes that make this more than just a cookbook—it’s a celebration of a way of life.

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or simply hungry for stories, The Spiced River invites you to listen, learn, and savor the beauty of Bangladeshi cuisine—one lovingly told dish at a time.

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Release date

Audiobook: 23 July 2025