Khaled al Qashtini

2 articles

Opinion: Respecting the Traditions of Peoples

One of the distinguishing features of Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr 2016 is the importance accorded by department stores like Marks and Spencer and supermarkets such as Sainsbury’s to the tastes and preferences of Muslims and their rituals. Although Muslims make up only 5% of the population in the U

Opinion: The Fragrance of Ramadan

Every season or month of the year has a smell associated with it that lingers in our memories. Many people have a specific smell that they associate with Ramadan. There are those who remember the smell of lentil soup or grilled kebabs. Personally, I associate the smell of pomegranate with Ramadan. M