Now that we are nearing towards the end of the holy month of Ramadan, it is natural that every household is waiting to celebrate Eid. This month has reminded us of sacrifice and faith. While the month has cleansed us of our sins and restored the sanctity of our prayers and worship, it is time that we end this month with more love and giving. And what better way to do it that to feed our family and loved ones with healthy food, give them a beautiful home to live, and conversations of care and compassion. There are several things that you can do to make this month for your friends and family. One of them is hosting a lunch or dinner.

In this article, we mention some of the Ramadan essentials to have is you are planning to host a lunch or dinner for your friends.

Tea sets and drinkware sets:

One of the first Ramadan essentials to have is a good tea set or drinkware. By the time you guest will come home for Iftar, they will be parched. Serving with them tea or juices in elegant drinkware will do more than just quenching their thirst. You can browse through IKEA Qatar’s website to look for more variety in drinkware sets.

Apart from tea and other juice keep traditional drinks such as Tamar-Hindi and ark sous ready to serve your guests. You can store these drinks in a drink dispensers so that your friends and family can help themselves whenever they want.

Candleholders and lanterns:

Another Ramadan essential is good lighting. If you are hosting a dinner party for your guests, a good set of lanterns can help you light up your home elegantly. You can take your pick from ornate or extremely ornate or simple lamps. Mix and match the lanterns and candles of your choice. You can opt for an LED yellow light lanterns too.

The season of Ramadan calls for elegant candle holders. Try to incorporate colors such as gold and silver. They tend to add to the festive mood. Couple the beautiful candle holders with pretty faux branches of gold or silver or even lush green. They will make for the perfect centrepiece for your Iftar or coffee.

Dining table set:

Even if you aren’t hosting a party, the season of Ramadan calls for family dinners and get-togethers. More people equal more sitting area, which means a larger and more accommodating dining table. Hence, now is an excellent time to upgrade your dining table set. If you do decide to buy a new dining table, you must visit IKEA Qatar’s website. They have an array of dining table sets which are both – stylish and comfortable to sit around.

Apart from these, you can also add cushions, table runners, serving plates, etc. to your list of Ramadan essentials. We hope this holy month brings you Allah’s grace and blessing as you spread his word with your near and dear one.

In Ramadan or on a rainy day, these are great.  They remind me of my dad; he loves them and even makes them for all.  The ultimate fried comfort food. 

2/3 cup Gram Flour

1/3 tsp Salt

1/2 tsp Chili Powder

1/4 tsp Turmeric

1/2 tsp Coriander Seed

1/2 tsp Sumac or Dried Pomegranate Seed Powder 

Hand full of Baby Spinach (Make sure the spinach is completely dry)

Whisk all ingredients except for the Spinach together.  Should form a thin paste, if it's thick, trickle water until desired consistency.  Should be like cake batter. 

Gently fold spinach into mixture. Be sure not to over mix.  Spinach should be well coated, but green still visible. 

Heat 3 cups of oil in a Wok to 350 degrees 

Spoon Spinach-Gram Flour mixture into oil.  Cook until bronzish brown.  

Serve with ketchup or chutney.  (Chutney recipe coming soon)