Cocktail Party
1. When catering for a cocktail party allow between 12 – 15 ‘bites’ per person. E.g. one bite is a sausage roll, a meatball, etc. 2. Generally, the more people the larger the variety e.g for 10 people have a…
About Appetizers
Appetizers, finger food – whichever term you use, these tasty tidbits do much more than just tie guests over until dinner. In fact the word hors d’oeuvres mean “outside the main meal” – they set the stage for the meal…
Who is exempted from fasting?
Fasting is compulsory on any male or female that has reached the age of puberty. They must be of sound mind and good health. Young children should also be encouraged to fast however do not force them if they are…
On whom is fasting compulsory?
Fasting is compulsory on any male or female that has reached the age of puberty. They must be of sound mind and good health. Young children should also be encouraged to fast however do not force them if they are…
Fasting in Ramadaan
Ramadaan is the 9th month of the Islamic calendar. Only once the moon has been sighted will Ramadaan commence. Fasting is the one of the five pillars of Islam and it is obligatory on every male and female who has…
Kaffarah and Fidyah
Kaffarah Kaffarah is the penalty which is imposed by the Shariah for the deliberate and flagrant nullification of the Saum of Ramadaan. Kaffarah applies to only the Saum (fasting) of Ramadaan. Kaffarah comes into force only if the Niyyat for…
Fasting for Pregnant and Nursing Women
1. What is the hukm of fasting in Ramadaan for a pregnant woman? It remains obligatory, unless the woman genuinely fears harm, with near surety, or sickness for herself or for the child. “Genuine fear” is that which is based…
Mistakes during Ramadaan
Too much stress on food and drink For some people, the entire month of Ramadaan revolves around food. They spend the ENTIRE day planning, cooking, shopping and thinking about only food, instead of concentrating on Salaah, Qur’aan and other acts…
