Dhaka, March 2 -- The arrival of Ramadan has once again transformed Dhaka into a vibrant hub of iftar markets, with every street corner, from major thoroughfares to narrow alleyways, bustling with a variety of traditional delicacies.

Neither too cold nor too warm, the pleasant evening on the first day of fasting saw an air of excitement as vendors set up their stalls and customers thronged to buy their favourite iftar items.

From frying crispy onion fritters (piyaju) to arranging plates of eggplant fritters (beguni), potato and egg chops, the city was alive with activity.

Hotel workers could be seen stirring large cauldrons of haleem, while nearby, small vendors arranged displays of fresh coriander, mint, lemons, cucumbers and green ch...