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Oriental Plaza
Steeped in a rich and struggle-ridden history,
Oriental Plaza stands as a monument and memorial to the Indian community of Fietas. Today the Plaza is made up of shops selling clothes, material and food (like the best samoosas in the city), making it the perfect place to get your celebratory kurta.
Details: http://www.orientalplaza.co.za/
Kicks
Shoe Empire
One of South Africa's largest family owned shoe stores, Shoe Empire boasts a variety of more than 100,000 pairs of ladies', men's and kiddies' shoes combined. From fancy boots to running shoes and everything in between, you should definitely find what you're looking for at their Boksburg branch. Beyond stocking shoes, Shoe Empire also sells socks and accessories, such as travel bags and shoe cleaning soaps and sprays.
Details: https://www.facebook.com/ShoeEmpireOfficial/
Food
*To the best of our knowledge the restaurants mentioned below are halaal.
Bismillah
Known as the halaal capital of Jozi, Fordsburg boasts a wide range of Middle Eastern restaurants and take-away spots. At the top of our list is Bismillah, known for its fish samoosas, mutton korma and delectable beef dal.
Details: Fordsburg Towers, 78 Mint Rd, Fordburg, Johannesburg,
011 838 8050
Ghazal Melrose Arch
If you're keen to end Ramadan on a high note then take a trip to Ghazal in Melrose Arch and indulge in lamb, chicken and beef dishes fit for a feast. Grilled meals are served with rice, flatbreads and three mini salads, which you choose from a selection that includes melon and feta; apple and cucumber; and strawberry and avocado. You can also tuck into a butternut curry, bean soup or moussaka. Ghazal also serves tasty beverages to pair with your Eid meal.
Details: 3 Crescent Dr, Birnam, Johannesburg, 2196, 011 684 1257
Gifts
Online Shopping
Takealot
Takealot, South Africa's favourite online store, will be running a wide range of deals over Eid (not holy day specific), so whether you're looking for an Xbox One or a rose gold ladies watch, they're bound to have what you need. Takealot also runs app-exclusive deals which can only be accessed from the mobile application, so download it and start filling that shopping cart of yours!
Details:
https://www.takealot.com/
Superbalist
Not too sure what to wear this Eid? Save up to 60% on men's, women's and kids' clothing, shoes and accessories at Superbalist. It’s attention to detail that brings it all together.
Details: https://superbalist.com/sale
Swiitch Beauty
Need to stock up on some beauty goodies? Or would like to gift someone with stunning, local makeup? Then be sure to check out
Swiitch Beauty, as they have a special discount available in spirit of Eid Mubarak. Visit their site to get a unique code with will get you 20% sitewide until 01 June 2019. Hurry!
Details: https://swiitchbeauty.com
By Shawn Greyling
