Section: Lifestyle
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Haggis pakora — Scotland’s perfect national dish
In a country renowned for finding ingenious ways to fry food, a centuries-old speciality has been given a South Asian makeover
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From Kabul to Penny Lane: tracing the rise of the Afghan coat
Long before John Lennon adopted the suede sheepskin look, the coats were a cornerstone of Afghan winter clothing, so ubiquitous that they were considered national dress
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Filling the Yemen-sized hole in my heart and stomach
From sumptuously spiced family feasts to glorious coffee and pastries, the country’s cuisine deserves to be among the UK’s favourites
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‘I want my expedition to speak for Afghan women’
Afghan mountaineer Freshta Ibrahimi hopes to become the first woman from her country to summit Everest. She says her climb is an act of resistance against the Taliban
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New wave of Muslim-run archery clubs on target to bring the sport to everyone
Mastery of the bow and arrow is deeply embedded in Islam, but high costs and lack of accessibility has kept participation low among ethnic minorities. Now, that is changing
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Behind the seams with TikTok tailor Riddz
Working from his bedroom, young designer Ridwan Fadlu-Deen is upcycling his way to a bright future in the fashion industry
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‘Maybe my mum’s hoarding was her craving a sense of home’
Our attachments to physical possessions are complex, multilayered and often linked to life experiences — especially within immigrant communities
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Six of the best eats in 2024
Kurdish supermarket shawarma, processed cheese pide and elegant Sudanese classics have all been big hits over the past year
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The top fashion and beauty trends of 2024
We take a look at the style trends of the past year, from the impact of brat summer to brand boycotts
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7 luxury European spas where privacy is guaranteed
Whether it's women-only spaces, private rental or secluded swimming pools, these resorts and spas across Europe offer Muslim guests the freedom to truly relax
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A halal guide to the UK’s Michelin-starred restaurants
From modern British cuisine to the old-world glamour of The Ritz, the country’s top-rated restaurants are serving up delicious — and accessible — dishes