Reflections on identity, writing and Islam from a Canadian Muslim convert.
Food is beautiful—and I’m not just saying that because it’s Ramadan and I’m fasting. I’m saying that because I’m passionate about food. Food is more than something you eat. Good food can heal wounds and disperse dark clouds. It can unleash our inner creativity, spark our imagination and help us live better lives. And, of course, it can taste amazing. Continue reading “The Beauty of Food – Part 1”
It has been nearly a week since Ramadan started. When people hear “Ramadan” they either think “starvation” or “isn’t that a hotel?”. Continue reading “Fasting the Soul”
Long before I associated myself as being a Muslim, I proudly associated myself as being Canadian. And when I finally did become Muslim, it was a long process of discovery as I tried to find how to incorporate the “Canadian-ness” of my identity with my new faith. Continue reading “Being A Canadian Muslim Convert”
