QUETTA: Baloch Culture Day which was celebrated on Friday created a great deal of excitement all over Pakistan’s southwestern province of Balochistan and also in parts of Karachi. Balochi people dressed in ethnic clothing organized colorful events in many different towns and cities.
Baloch Culture Day is celebrated every year on March 2 to highlight the rich history and traditions of the Baloch community that traces its origins to the area of Aleppo in Syria.
Most Baloch men cover their heads with long, white turbans and wear short jackets over their baggy clothes. Baloch women like to wear more colorful dresses that are mostly made by hand and feature attractive designs.
Balochistan is the largest province in Pakistan in terms of its landmass though it is sparsely populated.
Until recently, governments had not paid much attention to its development and this led to serious political grievances among its people. The province has now, however, acquired tremendous strategic importance because of the Gwadar deep-water port that is quite integral to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Friday’s celebrations were also enjoyed by senior security forces officials. Addressing a gathering that was arranged to commemorate the day, Frontier Corps (FC) West Sector Commander Brig. Rahat Sadiq praised the Baloch people for their strength.
As in previous years, the people celebrating the day listened to Baloch folk music and enjoyed their traditional cuisine as the spent a day full of pride and joy.
Pakistan’s Baloch community celebrates Culture Day with fervor
Pakistan’s Baloch community celebrates Culture Day with fervor
Where We Are Going Today: Chicken Industry in Qatif
If you were to ask me what the perfect weekend treat-yourself meal is, my first choice would be fried chicken, followed by fried chicken, followed by a burger (but make it fried chicken).
One of my favorite spots for this delicious indulgence is Chicken Industry in Qatif, which, over the past few years, has become a hometown classic.
They also opened another branch in Olaya, Alkhobar.
The great thing about Chicken Industry is that you really cannot go wrong with any item on their menu; the burgers, broasted, twister, tenders, and nuggets are all very well-seasoned, juicy, and crispy.
All their menu items are available in spicy and mild options.
They have a few burger selections.
The original chicken sandwich, which comes with American cheese, pickles, and their signature industry sauce (a must to get on the side with any order), is their take on the classic Popeyes/Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich.
If you want to try a different type of sauce, you could give the black pepper buttermilk sandwich a go — a good option for those who like a balance of flavors between creamy and slightly zingy.
My go-to, however, is the chicken zinger, which comes with American cheese, mayonnaise, and lettuce — a no-fuss burger that has all the right toppings, sauce, and seasoning for the chicken.
Although, I would appreciate the option to add tomato as well for a little something fresh in there.
All of the Chicken Industry burgers come with a soft brioche bun. No notes; it’s a great bun.
The twister, made with two crispy tenders, is also a crowd favorite and comes in a few different options: the original with mild sauce, the fiery twister with spicy sauce, the classic with pepper mayo, and the spicy twister with pepper mayo as well.
Whether you do not want to commit to the full bun burger or just prefer a tortilla, the twister is a great option to either accompany or be the star of your meal.
Now onto the big kahuna: the broasted. If you really want to indulge, this is the option for you.
It comes with four pieces, either spicy or mild (trust me, get the spicy), and is served with garlic sauce on the side.
Although nothing compares to the Chicky Fry broasted, this one is a very close second. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful with wonderfully crispy skin; my mouth is watering just thinking about it.
Their nuggets are good, though not amazing — fun to snack on, but I wouldn’t call them a necessity and definitely not as good as their tenders or other options.
And I must say the Chicken Industry French fries could use some improvement; not the greatest texture or flavor, just sort of meh. I will continue to order them because at the end of the day, they are fries, and they’re alright. Besides, no fried chicken meal is complete without fries.
And do not forget to get the sauces on the side: the cheese, the garlic, the industry mild or spicy, buffalo, barbecue, and buttermilk, depending on your preference. They all complement the meal very well.
