DUBAI: Executive chef Mayssam Abdulkhalek at Qatar’s Zulal Wellness Resort shares a clean eating recipe for iftar.

This detox curry is high in vitamins and minerals and low in calories due to the inclusion of beta-carotene-packed pumpkin, fiber-rich kohlrabi and cauliflower.

Billed as the Middle East’s first full immersion wellbeing resort, Zulal Wellness Resort’s offerings are based on the core tenets of traditional Arabic and Islamic medicine.

Detox curry

Ingredients: 

               30        gr                 Pumpkin                                    

              40       gr                   Kohlrabi

              20       gr                   Purple Cauliflower

              20       gr                   Cauliflower

              10       gr                   Mushroom

                1       gr          Sweet Basil

              40       gr          Coconut Milk

              60       ml          Vegetable Stock

              0.1      gr          Salt

                 2      gr          Coconut Sugar

Detox Curry Paste 

            250       ml                   Vegetable Stock

              50       gr           Red Chili

                1       gr           Kaffir Lime Leaf

              75       gr           Garlic

              50       gr           Galangal

Instructions:

Curry Paste

1. Peel all vegetables, cut thinly, and put in the blender.

2. Blend with vegetable stock until smooth in texture.

Curry

1. In a large saucepan, bring the coconut milk and curry paste to a boil over medium-high heat.

2. Whisk until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add the kohlrabi, cauliflower, pumpkin, and mushroom. Bring to a simmer until vegetables are tender.

3. Season with salt and coconut sugar.

4. Put sweet basil at the last before serving.

DUBAI: London’s luxury department store Harrods announced on Friday its collaboration with celebrated Saudi calligrapher Mawadah Muhtasib for its Ramadan and Eid campaign. 

This is the third year in a row that Harrods has collaborated with an Arab calligrapher. 

Muhtasib is known for her Arabic calligraphy, using Muthana (mirror writing) and reverse script. Her work modernizes traditional calligraphy while keeping its original essence.

For this collaboration, Muhtasib created two bespoke artwork pieces that blend Islamic floral motifs with her distinctive style. 

The first, featuring the message “Ramadan Kareem,” is set against a deep-blue backdrop, reflecting the spiritual ambience of Ramadan. 

The second design, adorned with “Eid Mubarak,” embraces a vibrant pink palette, symbolizing the joy and festivity of Eid celebrations. 

“I am thrilled to collaborate with Harrods to mark Ramadan and Eid this year,” Muhtasib said. “Arabic calligraphy holds a profound power beyond artistic beauty — it is a true reflection of heritage, culture and design that transcends all generations.

“For this collection, it was important for me to capture the harmony between the elegance of Arabic script and the beauty of nature. The floral illustrations of the design showcase the versatility of Arabic calligraphy, affirming its place in the world of luxury and design,” she said. 

Muhtasib’s creations will be showcased throughout Harrods’ Ramadan and Eid campaign, including their in-store displays, digital greetings, social content and in the iconic Knightsbridge food halls. 

Additionally, Muhtasib’s artwork will feature on Harrods’ Eid gifting packaging.