The prospects of throwing an iftar party can be overwhelming and daunting, especially when you don’t consider yourself a doppelganger of Zubaida Tariq. Preparing food items for iftar while you are fasting can be tough. The fear of inadequately treating your guests over iftar often keeps people restrained from holding a get together. To take off some of the pressure, we are sharing some of the tips for you to throw a perfect iftar party without taking so much stress. So, take a cue or two from these tips and enjoy your next iftar party.
Food Arrangements
Food is the first and foremost aspect we all think of when we talk about iftar parties. Always remember that you are inviting your kith and kin on an iftar party and not on a luxe buffet dinner. Embrace the phenomenon of simplicity while planning your meal for the party. Five dishes or less is a good rule of thumb, when cooking for a group of people. Try to incorporate a perfect balance in your menu. While you are keeping yummy samosa and pakora as must-have items in your iftar, you must don’t forget to add fresh fruits or a bowl of vegetable salads on your table.
Spruce up Your Interiors
You don’t necessarily need to spend all your energy on cooking food to make your iftar party grand. Small efforts like placing a fresh floral vase on your dining table and lighting up a candle can set the right mood and won’t take much of your time and energy. If you have kids at home or you are into arts and crafts, you can opt for Ramadan centric décor by making banners and buntings. This will bring you and your guest in the true festive spirit.
Give Back to the Community
Ramadan is a month of blessings, prayers, kindness and of course a month to give back to the society and help those who are in need. When you are calling all your friends and family members to gather at your place, use this time and gathering to give back to the society. Collect funds for a cause that is close to your heart or make plans to volunteer to help the needy people.
Indulge in Prayer Together
On one hand, an iftar party gives us a chance to have a joyful get together; on the other hand, it also extends an opportunity to pray together and practically experience brotherhood. Besides offering prayer, you can arrange a small spiritual session to enlighten each other with the teachings of Islam.
Have a Light Moment
An iftar party doesn’t mean putting a seal on the fun. Once you are done with iftar and prayers, sit together over a cup of tea and play some games with your friends such as: carom or ludo. You can also simply choose to sit with your loved ones and talk about things that you enjoy the most.
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