Amany Aly Shawky

At Maadi’s Cocoon, interiors are striking but food is inconsistent
Food

At Maadi’s Cocoon, interiors are striking but food is inconsistent

Slightly hidden from the hustle and bustle of the busy Corniche, a minute away from Maadi’s second entrance, lies Cocoon…
Wednesday papers: The saga of the prosecutor general
Egypt

Wednesday papers: The saga of the prosecutor general

The resignation of the recently-appointed prosecutor general and Tuesday's marches against the constitution referendum occupy the headlines of most government…
South Africa: The magic of safari
Life & Style

South Africa: The magic of safari

Aside from the busy streets of Cape Town and the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg, South Africa has a different…
Bridal bootcamp: Our guide to looking and feeling your best on the big day
Fashion

Bridal bootcamp: Our guide to looking and feeling your best on the big day

Preparing for your wedding can consume weeks and even months of your time before the special day. Along with all…
War of narratives in Ettehadiya
Egypt

War of narratives in Ettehadiya

In a mounting war of narratives between the Muslim Brotherhood and the opposition to President Mohamed Morsy, activists exposed incidents of…
Make me a match: Egypt’s khatba tradition is still going strong
Life & Style

Make me a match: Egypt’s khatba tradition is still going strong

The khatba has made a comeback in the last few years. A modern and polished version of the modestly dressed…
Dokki street food: Brave Ezz el-Menoufi and you won’t be sorry
Food

Dokki street food: Brave Ezz el-Menoufi and you won’t be sorry

In Egypt, street food is more than the diet of the poor. It is a passion, an art, and for…
Thursday’s papers: Egypt brokers Israel-Hamas truce, fails to quell violence at home
Egypt

Thursday’s papers: Egypt brokers Israel-Hamas truce, fails to quell violence at home

Developments in Gaza and on the streets of downtown Cairo have kept the local press busy this week. In its…
Going Thai in Maadi: Yam Yen is an interesting new addition to the food scene
Food

Going Thai in Maadi: Yam Yen is an interesting new addition to the food scene

Pad Thai and red curry are among the specialties at Yam Yen Thai Cuisine, a new Thai addition to the…
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