Muslim celebration of Eid al-Fitr is marked by sweet dishes

TODAY marks the start of Eid al-Fitr, a three-day holiday signaling the end of Ramadan, Islam's holiest month. According to culinary historian and former Times food writer Charles Perry, " ''Fitr,' or the 'breaking of fast,' is traditionally associated with sweets."

By Noelle Carter

October 1, 2008