 :Thank you for your comments, it is much appreciated!  Our guest is Muslim but does speak both Hindi and Bengali.  He has a great affinity for rice and probably fish though we don't eat fish (primarily because neither my wife or I enjoy fish).  He has a deep love of cricket, and could talk for hours on it.  This has been very educational as I am an ignoramous when it comes to this game.  I am greatly intrigued by the cultural impact the British had on the Indian and Bangladeshi cultures. Your information does help me to gain a stronger insight into our student, I do hope to someday visit this beautiful country and perhaps I will have the chance to see the most amazing India as well.  Thank you again for your help.    