A common dish served at birthday parties, weddings, and during the holy week of Ramadan, Halwa is a sticky gelatinous sweet, often relished as a dessert as well. The recipe of Halwa changes from one cook to another, some even guarded as a family secret that is shared only among the members of the family. However, the common ingredients that go into the making of the dish include sugar, eggs, honey, and a variety of spices.