A rose is a rose…is a rose. Right? Nope. A rose is a rose, yes…but it is definitely not just a rose. It is a gardeners delight, a respite to our sights and the quintessential flower of romances. Hence, I welcome each of you to this virtual iftar potluck with a refreshing rose beverage.
And off course, with some dates – the traditional choice of food for Muslims to break their fast.
I am grateful to all of you, my guests, as I welcome you to this potluck and share a meal virtually. Whether you are participating in the iftar potluck or popping over from a participant guest’s blog for the first time or an avid fan of With A Spin, welcome! Please come in, join in the Ramadan festivities, and enjoy the feast! While you enjoy the feast, we can extend our conversation about Ramadan from the posts here, here and here, chit-chat about Ramadan recipes, talk about Ramadan and Eid gifts, Ramadan or Eid decoration, or whatever topic you feel comfortable discussing. We gathered here to learn little more about Ramadan and foster a better inter-religious understanding, so no question about Ramadan is awkward.
Thank you so much for accepting my invitation to attend this iftar potluck. I am honored and thrilled. Ramadan is a very special time for me and your presence makes it even more special that words cannot describe.
I hope you enjoy your time here over at With A Spin. Please peek in below for the feast and hop on to the other delicious recipes prepared by the potluck guests. I will continue to update the delicious links as guests come over throughout the day today, so make sure to come back later for more.
- ½ cup sugar
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 4 tablespoon rose water
- Rose petals for garnish
- In a small saucepan, bring sugar and 1 cup water to a boil. Simmer and stir until the sugar has fully dissolved. Remove from heat and cool completely.
- Juice lemons.
- Place lemon juice in pitcher with sugar syrup, 3 cups cold water, and rosewater. Stir mixture.
- Garnish with rose petals and pour over ice to serve.
Adjust sugar according to tartness of lemon juice and taste.
Meet my Guests
Abby of Abby’s Spice Kitchen
Farhana of The Engineered Baker
Faaiza of Modest Munchies
Sandra of Sweet Sensation
Amira of Arabian Mama
Rafeeda of The Big Sweet Tooth
Jehanne of The Cooking Doctor
Sawsan of Chef in Disguise
The colorful and flavorful spread of the iftar potluck
Pumpkin Watakka
Cajun chicken Noodles
Rose Halwa
White Choco Brownies
Moroccan Chebakia
Mango Cinnamon Milkshake
Honey sea coconut jelly
Cheese stuffed bread
Beautiful offerings and I’m happy to be a part of this!
thanks for the invite Lail, happy to send you some honey sea coconut jelly which we enjoy often for iftars. How do I link the recipe to you?
Thanks for hosting again. I hope you got my email, with my link and picture.
Yes, I did and just linked. We were out this morning for Eid shopping, so the post was published as I had scheduled it previously. I will be updating the potluck spread as I expect to receive few more throughout the day. Thank you so much for joining.
I bought rosewater a couple yesterday ago and had no idea what to do with. Think I used most of it in frosting. Your lemonade sounds very refreshing.
What great dishes and recipes you have for Ramadan, Lail! The rose water was beautifully photographed!
Thank you for the invitation, Lail! I love the idea of this lemonade with rosewater. And your pictures are stunning! It sounds like you have some amazing meals during Ramadan!
Thanks for the wonderful Iftar. Everything looks delicious and this rose water lemonade sounds so refreshing, perfect for Iftar!
Love the idea of this lemonade! And what a lovely pot luck. Great photos (and recipe!) — thanks.
Thank you for organizing the Iftar Potluck. Rose Lemonade is a great way to quench thirst. Something new and creative. I like it.
Thank you Abby. I love this lemonade and glad you enjoyed it too. Thank you for stopping by.
This rose lemonade is a beautiful twist from the traditional, it looks stunning 🙂
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Thanks a lot, Uru.
I live in Indonesia, even i’m not a moslem but ramadhan is a festive occasion here…
i guess the rose lemonade would be lovely for breakfasting….
I can imagine how festive it may be in Indonesia. The rose lemonade is very refreshing to break a summer fasting. Thank you for stopping by, Dedy. Hope to see you around soon again.
This lemonade with rose water just sound and look awesome, I can only imagine the fragrance…beautiful pictures Lail.
Have a great week 😀
Yup, Very fragrant lemonade indeed. I love it. Thank you, Juliana. Wishing you a fabulous week.
Awesome pictures lail.. Hope someday i cn click lik u
I’ve never seen a scented lemonade before. This is so refreshing for sure. Thanks for the iftar and have a blessed Ramadan.
No kidding? Give it a try Amira, I think you’ll love it. Also, have you seen my mint lemonade. Very refreshing and the ultimate thirst quencher for Summer Ramadan. Thank you for joining the iftar my friend.
I love baking with rosewater! It’s in every persian dessert I can think of. I’m super late, but your iftar party looks lovely … and kareem ramadan!
I’m all about thirst-quenching drinks now. I’ve never had rose water… not even baked with it. Original and refreshing, I must try it.