Thinking of what to cook next is mentally draining, especially when you are fasting, and most often you end up cooking the same dishes or its variations for weeks. Now that we are in Ramadan, you might want to spice it up and make it worth the effort. That’s why for the Muslims' holy month of fasting, we are presenting four specials each featuring three courses and a full menu to feast on once the time’s up (but please try not to eat too much at once when you break your fast; it’s not healthy).

This week’s menu is varied and delicious, comprising of creamy tomato soup, Turkish Cypriot köfte, traditional rice, Sultan Halva and a seasonal salad involving purslane.

Creamy tomato soup

A bowl of silky tomato soup to start off a menu is always an impressive option to wow not only your own tongue, but also your family or others in your household (if you are in lockdown together).