Fast tips

“My favourite memories growing up are of the few days before the beginning of Ramadan. My parents would take us with them to the shops and markets, and the ingredients would be very different from any other time of the year – lots of split peas and vegetables for the soups, pea flour, oils, and lots treats, fritters, , samoosas and pancakes. The traditional walks to the houses of neighbours, family and friends, taking on nicely covered side plates, were my favourite thing. We would then return with treats from them. The selfless sharing that happens in this auspicious month is one of the things that makes Ramadan so very special and memorable.”