Iftar 2025: Our HERiture x CECD x Muslim Archive

Gepubliceerd op 8 maart 2025 om 16:47

A special iftar: connection, heritage, and solidarity

Special thanks to:

The panel discussion "Muslim Food Ways" with Willem Flinterman, Joud Alkorani, and Fausia S. Abdul – their insights and research can also be found in the ZemZem food section.

The delicious Turkish Delight and the wonderful main course that was served.

The beautiful music of the Amsterdam Andalusian Orchestra.

This evening reminds us how valuable it is to come together, share stories, and embrace each other's heritage. Here's to many more moments of connection! 🙏

Special thanks to:

  • The panel discussion Muslim Food Ways with Willem Flinterman, Joud Alkorani and Fausia S. Abdul - their insights and research can also be found in the food chain of ZemZem.
  • The delicious Turkish Delight and the great main meal that was served.
  • The beautiful music of the Amsterdam Andalusian Orchestra.

This evening reminds us how valuable it is to come together, share stories and embrace each other's heritage. On to more moments of connection! 🙏

Last night a special iftar took place, organised by Our Heritage, in collaboration with Muslim Archives and CECD. It was an evening in which diversity in unity was central and the road to each other was found effortlessly. With no less than 90 people present, it was a moment of being together that left a deep impression. For the video, click here. 

An evening of stories and music

The evening began with sharing stories and insights. We listened to research, enjoyed spoken word, and let ourselves be carried away by the Andalusian sounds that made the atmosphere extra special. And of course, we shared food - we broke the fast together whether people participated in Ramadan or not.

Pure wealth

What made this iftar so special was the meeting between different cultures, histories, personalities, and identities. At a time when connection and understanding are needed more than ever, this was an evening in which we were building a Netherlands that we are proud to protect. This is the power of coming together and sharing traditions.

Hindostani mosque in Suriname. Image: National Archives

Did you know that?

Did you know that most Muslims in the Caribbean come from Africa, Indonesia, and India? Especially in countries like Suriname, Guyana and Trinidad & Tobago, Islam has a deep historical root. The Javanese community in Suriname and the descendants of Indian contract workers in Guyana and Trinidad have a rich Islamic tradition to this day, reflected in their culinary habits, architecture and parties such as Eid and Muharram.

An evening like this is not just realised. Thank you to all those involved who have devoted their time, energy, and passion to making this iftar an unforgettable moment.

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