Halal buffets have surfaced to welcome Ramadan as the approaching of mid-June marks the start of a month of fasting for many of our Muslim peers. Middle-Eastern cuisine dominates the menus, with must-try dishes such as Patlican Kebab (a unique meat kebab marinated in spices). There's indeed no better way to end the daily fast than to gather with friends and family for a satisfying meal!

Get a taste of Turkey this Ramadan at Carousel

From 18 June to 16 July, award-winning restaurant Carousel will be inviting Chef Ahmet Akpinar back for patrons to enjoy yet another year of his tantalizing traditional Turkish cuisine and desserts. He was the man behind’s the restaurant’s successful introduction of Turkish cuisine last year. Chef Ahmet’s signature dishes include specialities from the Black Sea Region, Mediterranean as well as Ottoman, such as Musakka, a traditional meat stew with roasted eggplant puree. The four-week promotion is available from 6.30pm to 9.30pm at $83++. Guests can contact Carousel at 65897799 or carousel@royalplaza.com.sg for enquires and visit www.carouselbuffet.com.sg for online reservations. Royal Plaza on Scotts, 25 Scotts Road, Singapore 228220

Straits Kitchen: Iftar Buffet Dinner Special

This Ramadan, diners at Straits Kitchen’s Iftar buffet dinner (from 18 June to 17 July) will be spoilt for choice with its myriad of food selections from countries not just in Asia, but also Saudi Arabia and Turkey (to just name a few), all freshly prepared in its Halal-certified theatre kitchens. The buffet starts from 6.30pm onwards, and goes at $68++ for adults and $38++ for children. Highlights of the menu include the fresh, sustainably sourced seafood dishes such as the Mini Salmon Skin and Yellowtail Maki. A buffet lunch is also available across the same 4 weeks. For diners not observing the Iftar, a regular lunch buffet, priced at $45++ for adults and $24++ for children will also be available. Club at the Hyatt cardholders are entitled a 15% discount and all reservations can be made through +65 67321234. *All prices are subject to 10% service charge and prevailing government taxes. Straits Kitchen, Lobby Level, Grand Hyatt Singapore, 10 Scotts Road, Singapore 228211

Ramadan Feast at Window on the Park

Ramadan is made a joyous feast for you and your family this 22 June to 31 July with a huge array of delectable specialities – the signature Shawarma is not to be missed – from the Halal dinner buffet at Window on the Park. Offered from 6.30pm to 10.30pm daily, prices differ from Sunday to Thursday ($48++ per adult, $25++ per child) and from Friday to Saturday ($54++ per adult, $28++ per child). At Windows on the Park, the food isn’t all that makes it special at their Ramadan feast, but this: the chance to win a one-night stay at Holiday Inn in Bangkok Silom and a set of dining vouchers from Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre with their lucky draw. Look forward to this unforgettable opportunity when you dine there with your loved ones! Window on the Park, Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre, 11 Cavenagh Road, Singapore 229616 Updated on 17 June 2015 See also: Popular Halal restaurants in Singapore

Written by Eunice Tang