Savor & Soul: Cooking with Islamic Wisdom

Surah At-Takāthur (102) English Translation In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate The race for piling up worldly things has distracted you, until you reach the graves. No! You will soon come to know. Again, no! You will soon come to know. If only you knew with certainty, you would surely see the Hellfire. Then you will surely see it with the eye of certainty. Then, on that Day, you will surely be questioned about every blessing. Explanation Surah At-Takāthur warns humanity about obsession with wealth, status, and numbers—competing in money, followers, property, and power. This race makes people forget death and the Hereafter. Allah reminds us that: Death ends all competition The reality of Hell will be seen clearly Every blessing (health, time, food, family, wealth) will be questioned This Surah shakes the heart and pulls us back to purpose. Description Surah At-Takāthur is a powerful reminder against materialism and greed. It exposes how ...

Today I’m sharing the recipe of Dubai’s famous IFFA Chicken – a mouthwatering dish with super crispy chicken tossed in a creamy, spicy garlic sauce that’s loved in Dubai cafés and street food spots. This easy homemade recipe gives you the exact restaurant-style taste, using simple ingredients you already have at home. Let’s make this viral Dubai chicken recipe together! Dubai IFFA Chicken is a famous Dubai street food recipe made with crispy fried chicken tossed in a creamy, spicy garlic mayo sauce. In this video, learn how to make Dubai style IFFA Chicken at home with simple ingredients and easy steps. This restaurant-style chicken recipe is perfect for lunch, dinner, parties, and special occasions. how to make Dubai famous IFFA Chicken at home – crispy fried chicken tossed in a creamy, spicy garlic sauce just like Dubai street food & café style! This easy step-by-step recipe gives you the perfect crunch, juicy chicken, and rich flavor that everyone l...

Introduction On the night of 17–18 January 2026, a devastating fire broke out at Gul Plaza, a major multi-story shopping complex on M.A. Jinnah Road in Karachi, Pakistan. The blaze quickly spread through the building, causing loss of life, injuries, and extensive economic damage to hundreds of traders and shopkeepers. (Wikipedia) 📍 Description of the Incident The fire started late Saturday night at around 10:15 p.m. and spread rapidly due to flammable materials stored in shops. (Wikipedia) At least six people were confirmed dead, including a firefighter who lost his life battling the blaze. (The News Pakistan) More than 20 people were injured, while over 50 individuals were reported missing amid rescue operations. (Wikipedia) The shopping centre housed around 1,200 shops, selling garments, electronics, cosmetics, household goods and more. (Wikipedia) Firefighters and rescue teams battled the blaze for more than 24 hours, facing challenges due to poor ventilation and intense hea...

Introduction On the night of 17–18 January 2026, a devastating fire broke out at Gul Plaza, a major multi-story shopping complex on M.A. Jinnah Road in Karachi, Pakistan. The blaze quickly spread through the building, causing loss of life, injuries, and extensive economic damage to hundreds of traders and shopkeepers. (Wikipedia) 📍 Description of the Incident The fire started late Saturday night at around 10:15 p.m. and spread rapidly due to flammable materials stored in shops. (Wikipedia) At least six people were confirmed dead, including a firefighter who lost his life battling the blaze. (The News Pakistan) More than 20 people were injured, while over 50 individuals were reported missing amid rescue operations. (Wikipedia) The shopping centre housed around 1,200 shops, selling garments, electronics, cosmetics, household goods and more. (Wikipedia) Firefighters and rescue teams battled the blaze for more than 24 hours, facing challenges due to poor ventilation and intense hea...

Surah Al-Qalam (68): Verses 30–33 🔹 English Translation (Verse by Verse) 68:30 Then they began blaming one another. 68:31 They said, “Woe to us! Indeed, we were transgressors.” 68:32 Perhaps our Lord will give us something better than this in its place. Indeed, we turn to our Lord with hope. 68:33 Such is the punishment, and the punishment of the Hereafter is far greater, if only they knew. 🔹 Explanation (Easy & Clear) جب باغ تباہ ہو گیا تو وہ لوگ: ایک دوسرے کو الزام دینے لگے پھر اپنی غلطی مان لی اللہ کے سامنے ندامت اور امید کے ساتھ لوٹے اللہ نے بتایا کہ یہ دنیا کی تنبیہ ہے، جبکہ آخرت کی سزا اس سے کہیں سخت ہو گی یہ آیات سکھاتی ہیں کہ غلطی مان لینا اور توبہ کی امید رکھنا ایمان کی علامت ہے۔ 🔹 Summary (Short) غرور کا انجام ندامت ہے توبہ کا دروازہ کھلا رہتا ہے دنیا کی سزا اصلاح کے لیے ہوتی ہے آخرت کی سزا بہت بڑی ہے 🔹 Short Story (For Video / Bayan) جب وہ لوگ اپنے جلے ہوئے باغ کو دیکھتے ہیں، تو پہلے ایک دوسرے پر الزام ڈالتے ہیں۔ پھر سب مان لیتے ہیں کہ ہم ہی ...

Surah Al-Qalam (68): Verses 17–29 🔹 English Translation (Verse by Verse) 68:17 Indeed, We tested them as We tested the owners of the garden, when they swore to harvest it early in the morning. 68:18 Without saying, “If Allah wills.” 68:19 So a calamity from your Lord came upon the garden while they were asleep. 68:20 And by morning it was like a burnt field. 68:21 They called out to one another at daybreak, 68:22 “Go early to your crops, if you are going to harvest.” 68:23 So they set out, whispering to one another, 68:24 “Let no poor person enter it today.” 68:25 And they went early, thinking they had full control. 68:26 But when they saw it, they said, “Surely we are lost.” 68:27 “No, rather we have been deprived.” 68:28 The most reasonable among them said, “Did I not tell you to glorify Allah?” 68:29 They said, “Glory be to our Lord! Indeed, we were wrongdoers.” 🔹 Explanation (Easy & Clear) یہ واقعہ باغ والوں کا ہے جو اللہ کی نعمت پر غرور میں مبتلا...

 Surah Al-Qasas (28): 20–24 — English Translation 20. And a man came running from the farthest part of the city. He said, “O Moses, indeed the chiefs are plotting to kill you, so leave the city. Indeed, I am one of your sincere well-wishers.” 21. So Moses left the city, fearful and cautious. He said, “My Lord, save me from the wrongdoing people.” 22. And when he turned toward Madyan, he said, “Perhaps my Lord will guide me to the right way.” 23. And when he arrived at the well of Madyan, he found a group of people watering their flocks, and beside them he found two women holding back their animals. He said, “What is your situation?” They said, “We cannot water our animals until the shepherds finish, and our father is an old man.” 24. So Moses watered their animals for them. Then he turned back to the shade and said, “My Lord, indeed I am in desperate need of whatever good You send down to me.” 🧠 Explanation (Simple & Deep) These verses describe a turning point in the li...