Our favorite month of every year is coming to an end, and with that, Eid Al Fitr is upon us. Eid Al Fitr (the feast of breaking one’s fast) is a three-day feast commemorating the end of the holy month of Ramadan. In Egypt, families wait for Eid to buy new clothes, go out, travel, and spend time with friends. As Egypt currently struggles with an ailing economy, Egyptians fear not celebrating Eid the way they have been accustomed to. The joy of Eid lies in the spirit of togetherness and spending time with loved ones. So, even if Egyptians are currently struggling with finances, there are many ways they can celebrate on a budget. Homemade kahk A significant part of Eid Al Fitr, kahk — traditional sugar-coated butter cookies — are one of the most distinctive sights of Eid approaching in Egypt. Before the days of Eid begin, the shelves of dessert and cake shops across the country are filled with kahk. But this year, with rising prices on both essential and luxury products, kahk prices have become excessive to some. To enjoy this sweet delicacy without spending a…
