I don’t know about you, but by the third week of Ramadan, my ftour table starts to feel like a déjà vu episode I didn’t sign up for.
Marrakech – Harira? Check. Chebakia? Obviously. That same avocado juice I make every year and forget about halfway through the meal? You bet.
And don’t get me wrong — I love tradition.
There’s something comforting about knowing exactly what’s coming when the adhan calls.
But sometimes, a little shake-up is exactly what we need to keep things interesting.
So, if you’re ready to add some excitement to your ftour table (and impress your guests while you’re at it), here are a few ideas to switch things up this Ramadan.
The elevated Moroccan spread
Let’s start small. You don’t have to ditch the classics — just upgrade them.
Harira, but served in sleek, modern bowls with a sprinkle of microgreens.
Or briwates, but filled with unexpected flavors like caramelized onion and goat cheese.
Even the beloved msamen can get a glow-up with a drizzle of honey and sea salt. It’s all about keeping the soul of tradition alive while giving it a fresh, stylish twist.
Because let’s be honest — sometimes, it’s not about changing what you eat but how you serve it.
The Mezze moment
Why commit to a full plate when you can graze?
A mezze-style ftour is perfect for those who love variety.
Swap out the heavy dishes for small plates of hummus with harissa drizzle, zaalouk topped with feta, and smoked salmon over batbout.
Add some stuffed dates, olives, and crunchy grissini, and suddenly, your ftour table looks like it came straight out of a lifestyle magazine.
Bonus points for serving everything on mismatched ceramics — effortless chic.
Breakfast for Ftour? Absolutely.
Who said breakfast foods were just for suhoor?
Imagine breaking your fast with fluffy pancakes drizzled in amlou, shakshuka bubbling in a cast-iron pan, or a dreamy spread of fresh fruit and Greek yogurt with date syrup.
It’s giving cozy, it’s giving indulgent, and most importantly, it’s giving why haven’t we done this sooner?
The sweet ending
Let’s talk dessert — because if there’s one thing we all look forward to after ftour, it’s that first sip of mint tea with something sweet on the side.
But instead of the usual chebakia and briwat, why not try something unexpected? A sticky date pudding with saffron caramel? A rosewater-infused mhalabia?
Even something as simple as a scoop of mahlab ice cream with crushed pistachios can be a game-changer.
At the end of the day, Ramadan is about togetherness, reflection, and yes, food.
Bsaha!
So whether you’re shaking things up or sticking to the classics, the most important ingredient is always love (and maybe a little extra honey for good measure).
So tell me — what’s making an appearance on your ftour table this Ramadan?
