Photo Essay: A Working Ramadan

In a series of photographs, Zinah Nur Sharif captures the theme of work during Ramadan’s fasting hours in London. In Muslim-majority countries, working hours may be shortened or even put on hold during the  sacred month of Ramadan. This allows Muslims to focus on other things and ease their workload during the fasting hours. However, for those … Read more

Style Spied: Norfasarie from Singapore

Stylish and poised mother of two, Norfasarie wows us with her timeless taste. By Shea Rasol. A successful woman at such a young age, Norfasarie Mohd Yahya is Singapore’s rising gem. As the director of SPA by Norfasarie’, she has gotten ladies near and far queuing for appointments to pamper themselves at her establishment. Describing her … Read more

Amina Elshafei: MasterChef of Halal Proportions

Brought up in a multicultural household in Sydney, MasterChef participant Amina Elshafei speaks to Tazin Abdullah about what inspires and moves her to cook. Food court at the Blue Mountains, Sydney. Typical packed lunchtime crowd at a tourist destination. You finally get to the end of the long queue knowing that, like every other time, you’re going … Read more