Assalamualaikum
I had this posting in mind since its been a year since i arrived in Canberra, Australia. For any Muslim, im sure we would try our very best to search for halal food / produce. I'll start with basics and slowly expand on halal restaurants based on the suggestions by local muslims and my own experience. (*note that all google map locations / streetviews are sourced from Google :)
1. Halal meat (fresh chicken / beef etc)
Location: Shop EG24 Canberra Centre, Cnr Bunda & Petrie Streets Canberra ACT 2601
Comment: There are many brands in Superbarn. However, only Cordina is certified Halal.
b) Yarralumla Meat
What is halal? Mutton, sausages, chicken, beef, pies, nuggets etc.
Location: 45 Novar Street Yarralumla ACT 2600 Tel: (02) 6281 0396
Comment: Initially, this was one of the first places i sourced my meat from. The price is a bit on the premium side. But sometimes they do special promotions on Groupon (for all you coupon lovers!)
c) Jabal Halal Market
What is Halal? Everything!!!
Location: Jabal Halal is located in two areas (i normally visit the one in Holt)
a) 2/104-116 Hardwick Crescent Holt ACT 2615 Tel: (02) 6162 1495
b) 2 Heard Street Mawson ACT 2607 Tel: (02) 6286 7333
Comment: Put it like this, if Mydin Mart is like a one-stop centre for reasonably priced goods, than Jabal is exactly the same except its a fresh food store. Besides meat, Jabal also sells fruits, veggies, nuggets, frozen produce etc. The customer service is good.
d) Belconnen Halal Market
What is Halal? Chicken, beef etc.
Location: 1 Walder Street, Belconnen ACT 2617
Comment: The name of the shop changes a lot (i think). Probably, due to change in ownership (it does happen in Canberra). Its quite cheap here. However, i personally think they should improve on customer service. At times it can be quite slow. Teguran ikhlas :)
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Ok, so we've covered the basics. Hope it's beneficial. End of Part 1 :)
Thank you for these information. Very helpful indeed!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for posting these information. Am planning to move to Canberra soon and was quite apprehensive that halal produce and restaurants would be difficult to find. Very useful information :)
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