12 Traditional Foods for Diwali and the Symbolism Behind Them

woman celebrating diwali with lit candles

Diwali is the ‘Festival of Lights’ that lasts for five days and welcomes the beginning of a new year,  one of the most celebrated holidays in India and among Hindu communities worldwide. It’s a time when families and friends come together to light their homes with earthen lamps called “daiyas’, symbolic of chasing away the […]

What is Halal ​​Food? A Guide to​​ Halal Ingredients and​​ Cuisine

variety of halal foods, arabian pancakes, katayef, ramadan foods

Halal food ​​has become​​ increasingly popular ​​in recent years, even ​​​for those who ​​don’t follow ​​Islam. But what ​​exactly does​​ “halal” mean? And​​ what are ​​some common halal ​​foods and ​​ingredients? This guide will ​​explain everything​​ you need to know​​ about halal cuisine. What Does ​​Halal ​​Mean? The Arabic word​​ “halal” literally ​​means “permissible” ​​or […]

5 (Easy) International Recipes Your Whole Family Will Love

bowl of indian butter chicken and white jasmine rice

Experimenting with international cuisine is an excellent way to expand your palate. When you try new recipes, you can take the time to learn more about the culture where they originated and bring authentic experiences to your family. Finding recipes your family enjoys also introduces more variety into your meal plan. These five international recipes […]