Mirch Masala Aloo Puri

I just came back after long day of work and having tea with Aloo Puri. These are those frozen kind that you just open and fry before serving. They also have Daal Puri like these in Indian stores in North America. The brand "Mirch Masala" obviously sounds Indian and I assumed it was made in India. I was very surprised when I checked the box and found that this was made in Bangladesh! My kids finished the first box of 24 in just minutes. These are yummy!!!

Van Heusen Studio Men's Shirt

Very nice shirt and unique one from Van Heusen Studio collection. I am not sure where I snapped this picture in my phone but I know that these are sold in almost all major retailers across the world. This is modern fit but I find Van Heusen makes their modern fir a little roomier than other brands. If you find modern fits too tight for your choice, I bet you will be happy with Van Heusen Studio collection. This is of course finely made in Bangladesh.

Jockey T-Shirt

Another new brand that I found today. Well, actually everybody knows about this brand and I have known about this for years but I found a product of this brand made in Bangladesh. I snapped a picture of it at a Kohl's Retail Store. You can also find these at any major retailers across the world. I personally prefer the v-neck t-shirts but most popular are these classic round neck versions.

Here is a background on the company - Jockey International, Inc. is a manufacturer, distributor and retailer of underwear, sleepwear for men, women, and children. The company is based in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Surprisingly Jockey is a recognized trademark brand in 120 countries - wow, that is almost majority of the countries of the world!

Next time you wear a Jockey t-short, check out where it's made and you maybe surprised to find that they are also made in Bangladesh! 

A|X Armani Exchange T-Shirt

I am always happy when I can find a new brand that I never covered here. I just found A|X Armani Exchange branded t-shirt. This is part of the Armani brand but considered as the more accessible Armani brand if you know what I mean. In the States, you can buy these at Nordstrom, Macy's etc. I am sure you can also buy these online.

SQUARE Adovas Cough Syrup

Lot of people don't that Bangladesh's pharmaceutical industries is one of the most developed and hi-tech sectors of the country. Over 90% of the country's pharmaceutical needs are met by local manufacturers. Many of these manufacturers are already exporting to other markets in the world. One of the largest of these manufacturers is SQUARE Pharmaceuticals Limited.

I will share a personal experience with one of their meds. I was traveling to Bangladesh and had several cold and cough medicine with me from the States. It was winter and unfortunately I caught cold after a few days in Bangladesh. I almost lost my voice and tried many of the common cold medicines that I had with me but none of these worked. My brother-in-law suggested I take Adovas, a nonsedating herbal cold medicine. I took it for a full and got my voice back the next morning. I was simply amazed by its effectiveness. The taste is also very good and I like the fact that it's all herbal. SQUARE makes other medicines also which I will hopefully cover in the future. If you ever need cold medicine - try Adovas and I bet you won't be disappointed.