One of Bengal's many culinary treasures, the sweetened yoghurt treat Mishti Doi has its origins in the 19th century.
Despite the dish's popularity, there is no known history of its early days. Stories abound about the many families of Bogra, Bangladesh, who are said to have been responsible for its development, adding intrigue to the mystery of its origin.
Mishti Doi was made by both the Ghosh family of Bogra and the Bose family of Sherpur. Some say it was the Ghosh family, while others say it was the Bose family. But Altaf Ali Chowdhary, the Nawab of Bogra, is named as a patron in both accounts.
As the stories come together, Altaf Ali Chowdhary, the Nawab of Bogra, becomes an important character. He is said to have supported Mishti Doi's creation. People think that he had a big impact on the early history and fame of this tasty dessert.
It is difficult to determine the exact origin of Mishti Doi because its history is surrounded by a mixture of legend and hearsay. Because there are no hard records, the sweet mixture is both a culinary treat and a story of mystery and cultural importance.