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During Ramadan, dates are a favorite treat for many Muslims

WBUR

Published February 18, 2026 at 11:56 AM EST

As Muslims fast from food and drink from sunrise to sundown during Ramadan, one fruit is an important part of breaking the fast each day: the sweet date.

Hana Baba of KALW in the Bay Area of California went shopping for Ramadan and talked to other Muslims about their love of dates.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.