Expats in Qatar recreate nostalgic flavours of home as Ramadan approaches

Doha, Qatar: As the holy month of Ramadan approaches and heralds a time for prayer and reflection, expat families in Doha have begun preparations that...

Doha, Qatar: As the holy month of Ramadan approaches and heralds a time for prayer and reflection, expat families in Doha have begun preparations that binds mindfulness with flavours of home.

In hospitable homes and warm kitchens of these families, meal preparations for the holy month of Ramadan have began. While the walls are decked with golden lights of Ramadan decors, the members of these expat families are keen to recreate traditional cuisines reminiscent of home.From Nigerian dishes to Pakistani cuisines, The Peninsula asked these expat families how they bring forth nostalgia and comfort from beloved recipes miles and miles away from home.

'Nourishing and nostalgic'

For Nigerian expat, Noimot Olayiwola, the Holy Month of Ramadan is a new chance to make Moinmoin, Akara and Ekuru. These dishes which are made from beans, considered as a staple food in Nigeria, have made a regular appearance in their family table every Ramadan.

“I love preparing traditional Nigerian dishes that feel both nourishing and nostalgic," she told The Peninsula.