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Seizing on the holy fasting month of Ramadan, an Australian charity is championing food tours as a way to promote a better understanding of Islam and Islamic culture, Australia’s Daily Telegraph reported. “Food is a very important part of Ramadan,\u201d Cathy Quinn, manager of The Benevolent Society\u2019s Taste Food Tours, said.
\u201cEvery night is a big celebration with festive traditional dishes that are popularly eaten and prepared during the month of Ramadan, such as lentil soups, lentil and meat curry, special rice and meat dishes and desserts.”
The charity has launched food tours during the holy fasting month of Ramadan as a way to create a better understanding of Islam.
The tours, titled \u201cfeasting after fasting\u201d, aim to lure people on the dinner table to talk about Islam and different cultures.
“We really believe food is the great connector and Ramadan is the perfect opportunity to demystify Islam a little bit for the people of Sydney by giving them a chance to experience some of the food and traditions accompanied by a local guide,” said Quinn. Ramadan is the holiest month in Islamic calendar.
In Ramadan, adult Muslims abstain from food, drink, smoking and sex between dawn and sunset.
The sick and those traveling are exempt from fasting especially if it poses health risks.
During Ramadan, Muslims dedicate their time during the holy month to become closer to Allah through prayer, self-restraint and good deeds.
The majority of Muslims prefer to pay Zakah for the poor and needy during the month.
Established in 1813, The Benevolent Society is Australia\u2019s first charity, which aims to help people overcome barriers preventing them from participating fully in society.
It delivers 145 services from dozens locations across Australia.<\/p>\n