"The Islamic holiday began Feb. 17 and ends March 19, during which observers fast from dawn to sunset to foster discipline, self-control and gratitude. Observers break their daily fast with an iftar, a festive meal shared with loved ones after sunset. Many also rise before dawn for a suhoor meal."
"Halal, which translates to "permissible" in Arabic, pertains to the type of meat and the way it's prepared. Pork and its byproducts are not allowed, and a Muslim must slaughter the animal while invoking the name of Allah. The animal must also be healthy and blood should be completely drained after slaughter."
""The demand for iftar and halal food is skyrocketing," said Assad Shalhoub, a member of MENA Creator Club. "I think a lot of people are becoming more proud of their culture and their heritage, and with that comes a lot of people seeking things like this.""
Ramadan, running from February 17 to March 19, is being observed by hundreds of thousands of Muslims in Los Angeles. During this month, observers fast from dawn to sunset to cultivate discipline, self-control, and gratitude. The fast is broken with iftar, a festive meal shared after sunset, and many also eat suhoor before dawn. Halal meat, prepared according to Islamic guidelines, prohibits pork and requires specific slaughter methods invoking Allah's name with complete blood drainage. The Middle East conflict has deepened Ramadan's significance for local residents with regional ties. Los Angeles restaurants are responding to surging demand by extending hours, creating special iftar menus, and offering holiday discounts.
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