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the variety of cuisine that people could Despite the market’s halaal emphasis, “People can shop for their Ramadan and
enjoy, but it had to all be halaal,” she says. it wanted to cater to all races and Eid products before the month begins
“We also wanted to display typical South religions. “We have specifically said that so that they are well prepared for the
African flavours because we have such a the market serves strictly halaal food, upcoming holy month,” Jordaan explains.
diverse community, and we don’t realise but it’s open to all.” Customers don’t
that with halaal, you can get Indian, only enjoy typical halaal food but get Some of the additions that will be
Mediterranean, Arabian and even Asian to try different cultural, experimental provided for this HGM will be a Date
food. There are so many halaal options and fusion cuisine, desserts as Market (yes, the ones you can eat),
offered by small home businesses, well as non-alcoholic beverages, increased clothing options and more
but there wasn’t a market where all in accordance with Islamic law. shaded areas to eat and relax.
of this was available, and that’s one of
the main reasons we started HGM.” Following the success of the “This will also be a bigger market
September 2021 edition of HGM, with a cool activity section for
Jordaan also wanted to incorporate Jordaan and her team are already the kids to enjoy,” she adds.
products and clothing into a complete hard at work on the next market.
market experience. So, you can shop This will be a four-day affair, from Contact:
for clothing, skincare, and so much 3 to 6 March, 2022, at Waterfall www.HalaalGoodsMarket.co.za
more, as well as enjoy meals and Park, just before the holy month Admin@halaalgoodsmarket.co.za
snacks while you’re at it, making of Ramadan commences. Instagram & Facebook:
it a full day out for everyone. HalaalGoodsMarket

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