Posted: Apr 17, 2021 8:00 AM ET | Last Updated: April 17 Ramadan began this week and during the month-long period of religious observance, many Muslims take the time to reflect on family, worship and spiritual care. In Syria, borek (above) is a pastry stuffed with cheese and sometimes meat. Is a typical dish eaten at iftar. (Andrew Coppolino/ CBC) Ramadan began this week, the month-long period of religious observance during which Muslims in the community reflect on family, worship and spiritual care. From now until May 12 it means daily fasting – including no water – after the pre-dawn suhur meal, and eating again only at sunset with an iftar meal.