Many fields have converted golden paddy into rice as the winter harvest season draws near. Some households have even started preparing flour from rice at local grinding mills.
While such sights are familiar in rural Bangladesh, a unique scene unfolds in the Kolatoli area of Cox’s Bazar, where people flock to a rice grinding shop.
Halima Begum, a resident, brought 5 kilograms of rice to the shop for grinding. She was excited, saying, “I’ll use this freshly ground rice flour to prepare pithas (traditional cakes) for my grandchildren. They’ll love it!”
In Bangladeshi culture, pitha-puli has long been integral in preserving folk traditions. Particularly in winter, these delicacies symbolize familial bonds, bringing relatives and neighbors closer through shared celebrations. This practice, rooted in history, continues strengthening relationships and preserving the essence of Bangladeshi heritage.
By Mohammad Morshed
Photo: Hussain Shetu
