CATERER’S GUIDE
The following guide to help Food and Function caterers and coordinators understand the special dietary requirements of their Muslim customers
“Oh you who believe eat of lawful things that we have provided you with, and be grateful to Allah if it is indeed he whom you worship”
Al-Baqarah 2:172
What does Halal mean?
❖ Halal is an Arabic word, meaning lawful, and is the Islamic dietary law that identifies food permitted for Muslims.
❖ Non-halal is also referred to in Arabic as Haram (meaning not permissible) ❖ Alcohol and pork products are NOT permitted (not HALAL) including pork lard, ham and bacon)
❖ For processed foods to be Halal, they must be free of alcohol and pork, and must not have come into contact with either of them during the manufacturing process.
Where can I get Halal meat?
Ÿ Butchers: There are several authorized butchers in New Zealand that supply Halal meat. …