Going for a steak, well, halal steak, in London is some serious business. The good ol’ days of saucy halal steaks served on a hot plate with onions are long gone (don’t worry, you will always have a place in my heart!) and things have now evolved to us having a crisis about whether to get the wagyu fillet or the Argentinian picanha – there isn’t a hint of masala in sight! And don’t get me started on the starters and sides which make all the difference when it comes to having a good steak meal: crispy triple cooked chips? Yes, please. Creamed spinach? Pile it on! Phew, a lot of research needs t ..read more

Whether you have spent the day hiking up to Park Guell, floating around the Ramblas or just chilling out at the beach, you’re going to be dreaming about what your next meal is going to be in the trendy city of Barcelona. Perhaps you’re craving a 60 day dry-aged Galician steak that you can cook yourself, maybe it is the loaded and delicious bocadillo that are great on the go, or you might even be thinking about a tantalising tagine – the halal options in Barca may be limited but they are very, very good. Which is why we’ve written this list about 9 halal restaurants in Barcelona that are well w ..read more

Having only dipped our toes into the cost of living crisis in the UK, it seems like it’s going to be a while before things get better. Many are turning to wearing warmer clothes and hot water bottles in their own homes to beat the energy prices as well as turning towards eating at home more to help keep their monthly expenses down. But don’t be glum, a meal out once in a while is always a great way to keep positive, especially when the food is good! So we’ve put together a list of 20 affordable halal restaurants that are well worth the visit and make for a great outing. From one dish wonders t ..read more

Well, look at this, a restaurant review on HGAT after a long, long time but I couldn’t resist, I just had to share this restaurant with you. Mainly because of how great the steak was over here but also because it’s a rare gem to come across! Il Giardino is an al fresco Italian fine dining restaurant which can be found at The Berkeley hotel in Knightsbridge. However, that hasn’t always been the case. In 2020, the al fresco dining option was introduced at the hotel and they created The Garden. In 2021, they brought the seaside to Wilton Place and erected colourful beach huts! Finally, in 2022, t ..read more

About the Author: Eutonne runs one of our favourite halal instagram pages: @etfoodvoyage. She’s always creating the most mouth-watering dishes, finding the best desserts and rounding up secret halal gems around the city. You can visit her website here: https://www.etfoodvoyage.com/ The beauty of noodles is that there are so many different types of them to try out! Noodles are quintessentially an Asian staple and each culture has its own speciality. From Malaysian to Burmese, Chinese to Vietnamese, and many more other cuisines, London has quite a few halal options around town to ..read more

About the Author: Eutonne runs one of our favourite halal instagram pages: @etfoodvoyage. She’s always creating the most mouth-watering dishes, finding the best desserts and rounding up secret halal gems around the city. You can visit her website here: https://www.etfoodvoyage.com/ Summer’s here, and that could only mean it’s ice cream season! And what’s better than ice cream? The answer is gelato. Not only is gelato smoother and creamier in texture, but the flavours are also richer and fresher to taste. Long gone are the days when proper artisanal gelato was a rarity as London ..read more

So you’ve been delegated by your aunty to bring dessert to your family Eid gathering this weekend and you’re not sure where to start. Close the Pinterest tab on your phone and instead opt for a special Eid dessert that you can order online and receive just in time for Eid! From indulgent gooey brownies to squishy biskies, here is where to get a few goodies to send in the post to your nearest and dearest across the country.  Bad Brownie Bad Brownie launched their special Eid brownies during Ramadan this year and have re-released the range just in time for Eid-ul-Adha. In each box, you’ll f ..read more

About the Author: Eutonne runs one of our favourite halal instagram pages: @etfoodvoyage. She’s always creating the most mouth-watering dishes, finding the best desserts and rounding up secret halal gems around the city. You can visit her website here: https://www.etfoodvoyage.com/ Craving for a cheesecake? Luckily, London has plenty to offer! Whether it’s a Japanese-style Souffle Cheesecake, classic New York-style Cheesecake, Burnt Basque Cheesecake, or other innovative styles, you can easily find one around town. Here are nine amazing spots in London that we love and where you ..read more

And just like that, iftar and suhoor in London are finally back! After two years of lockdowns and restrictions, it did not make sense for halal restaurants in London to run their iftar and suhoor specials but they’re back and the options are even better this time round. From halal pepperoni and honey pizzas to rib eye roasts to dry-aged steaks, you’re going to need to save this list for when you’re looking for a great iftar and suhoor in London.  Be sure to bookmark this page as we add more to the list!  Iftar and Suhoor in London 2022 Open Iftar, Various Locations The Open Iftar is ..read more

Dates (the food kind!) will always have a special place in any Muslim’s heart but dates during Ramadan just have that extra something special to them. Each one of these natural goodies are packed with a punch of essential nutrients to really replenish you once the long fast is broken, plus it is one of the main foods recommended to eat by the Prophet (SAW). Clearly, there is no going wrong with the almighty date! Whether they are covered in chocolate, stuffed with nuts or even your regular plain dates, here’s a roundup of some of the best dates to break your fast with or even gift to a lo ..read more