The Australian High Commission in Bangladesh has congratulated renowned Bangladeshi-Australian chef Kishwar Chowdhury on the launch of her new book, Smoke Rice Water, praising her for strengthening cultural ties between Australia and Bangladesh through food and storytelling.
In a Facebook post published on Sunday, the High Commission described Kishwar Chowdhury's journey from the kitchen to the global stage as one of the finest examples of the people-to-people connections that underpin the bilateral relationship between the two countries.
The Australian High Commission said Kishwar Chowdhury has continued to tell Bangladesh's story "in the most delicious way possible" by showcasing the country's rich culinary heritage to audiences around the world.
The mission noted that through her cooking and the stories featured in Smoke Rice Water, she is introducing Bangladeshi cuisine and culture to Australian households while bringing Australian readers closer to Bangladesh.
Highlighting the importance of cultural exchange, the High Commission said Kishwar's achievements reflect the strong people-to-people links that continue to deepen the Australia-Bangladesh partnership.
"From the kitchen to the world stage, Kishwar continues to tell Bangladesh's story in the most delicious way possible," the High Commission said.
It added that her journey exemplifies how shared cultural experiences can strengthen mutual understanding between the two nations.
The Australian mission also expressed its excitement about Kishwar's future culinary projects, saying, "We can't wait to see what she cooks up next."
Kishwar Chowdhury rose to international prominence through her appearances on competitive cooking programmes and has since become a leading advocate of Bangladeshi cuisine, using food as a medium to celebrate the country's heritage and traditions.
Bd-pratidin English/ ANI
