It's that time of the year again. When the Instagram feeds become a test of restraint for non-Muslims, thanks to their Muslim friends. Yes, the kind of nightmare where all kinds of gorgeous, mouthwatering food dance before you and make the idea of gatecrashing someone's dinner without a warning a legitimate, respectable exercise.
Fasting, or Sawm, is one of the five pillars of Islam and it is required for all Muslims to keep Rozas once they reach puberty.
Iftar, which literally means 'breaking fast' during the holy month of Ramadan in Arabic, is an eagerly awaited part of the day for fasting Muslims and their food-loving friends. What's not to like about piles of delicacies beckoning to you to come devour them? Steaming mutton curries and fragrant biryanis. Juicy fruits, icy sherbets and desserts to satisfy everyone's sweet cravings. Tender kebabs to sink your teeth into. Slow-cooked vegetable and meat stews. Flaky egg parottas. Crispy, crackling jalebis and light soufflés. Seriously, what's not to like!? Of course, one must earn the feast by diligently keeping the strict Roza, or fast, during the day — no food, water, smoking or sex — for the entire month.
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