Lontong, rendang, and sambal prawns – that was what she was looking forward to serving her extended family at a special meal on July 5, the eve of Hari Raya Aidilfitri. But the food, which cost her $600, did not…
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As a child, I used to love celebrating Eid. I dreaded the fasting month of Ramadhan but I looked forward to new clothes, eating scrumptious rendang and ketupat, and of course, for many Asian kids – the collection of green…
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TOO BEAUTIFUL!!! Here is an account from an “SG Muslims for Eid” participant who identifies as a non-religious Chinese Singaporean celebrating Eid for the first time!!! “I saw a very pretty poster on Facebook inviting non-Muslims into Muslim homes during…
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I am a sucker for the holidays. Deepavali, Chinese New Year, Christmas — I love all the pomp and fanfare that comes along with each festival. But my personal favourite is definitely Hari Raya because I get to enjoy it…
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Ramadhan and Aidil Fitri Ive talked to 3 friends yesterday. As a non Muslim, i ignorantly told them “tahan lagi! One more day and you dont have to fast!” To my suprise, all three reprimanded me. I honestly thought they…
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