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Ramadan Gift Basket Ideas

For our Muslim customers, friends and family celebrating the month of Ramadan, Park’s saving experts have put together a thoughtful list of gift ideas for Ramadan hampers.

Date:

17 March, 2023

Ramadan Mubarak

As we (or friends, family and colleagues) prepare for the Holy month, we can begin to look forward to new beginnings and establishing and maintaining good habits.

Ramadan marks the remembrance of when the Qur’an, (the ancient religious text of Islam), was first presented to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). This special night is called ‘Lailut ul-Qadr’, translating into English as ‘the Night of Power’.

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During Ramadan, Muslims fast between dawn and sunset. The first, singular meal before dawn is known as ‘suhoor’, and the final meal of the day at sunset is called ‘iftar’.

Fasting is important to Muslims in a number of ways: it allows people to feel more connected to Allah, (or God), but the abstaining from things otherwise allowed throughout the year lets people honour their faith. The hunger and thirst prompted by fasting, allows Muslims to empathise with other people’s suffering, and in the process strengthen their connection with God.

In 2023, the start date for Ramadan is expected to be Thursday 23^rd March. This could easily change as the Islamic calendar revolves around the lunar cycle. The start of Ramadan will be confirmed upon the sighting of the new moon.

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Even if we don’t celebrate Ramadan ourselves, we can gift the special people in our lives who do. From halal sweets to a Love2shop e-Gift Card, Park HQ have put together a selection of ideas for Ramadan gift hampers.

From your friends at Park HQ, we hope this Ramadan brings joy, health and peace to us all.

Ramadan Kareem

Wanting to put together a Ramadan hamper box? Here are the saving experts at Park HQ’s top 10 picks.

Halal sweets. Perfect for those with a sweet tooth. Take a gander at ASDA's choice of halal goodies.
Ramadan decorations. We can experience the joy of Ramadan by decorating our homes with all sorts of lights, moon-shaped candle holders and wall displays. We can make our own Ramadan decorations with DIY kits from Hobbycraft.
Love2shop e-Gift Card. Our popular e-gift cards can be used at the likes of Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats. Delivered straight to the recipient's inbox via email, a Love2shop e-Gift Card offers the gift of choice this Ramadan.
Travel prayer mat. Convenient to use on the go, travel prayer mats are smaller than trouser back pockets and are made out of lightweight fabric. Amazon has a range of portable prayer mats to browse through.
Oudh fragrances. A sensual, heady scent, oudh is used to fragrance homes during Ramadan. Rituals offers the likes of body products and home fragrances smelling of oudh.
Fresh fruit. Ramadan fruit hampers are one of the more popular gifting options. From apples and pears to mangos and melons, Waitrose has a whole bevvy of fresh goodies to pick and choose from.
Ramadan calendar. Get your friends and family involved in Ramadan with this editable calendar from Not On the High Street.
Medjool dates. They’re a symbol of abundance in Islam. Plus, dates are full of fibre, potassium and calcium. Check out Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Medjool dates.
Tableware. Why not pull out all the stops when hosting loved ones for suhoor and iftar? M&S’ tableware collection has something for everyone, from simple ceramics to funky designs.
Ramadan journal. As Ramadan is a time to reflect inward, journaling is a way to contemplate and plan goals and track progress. Take a look at this one available at Waterstones.

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Below are some resources for extra reading:

Ramadan Gift Basket Ideas

Ramadan Mubarak

Ramadan Kareem

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