Food
The flavor of politics; At Somaya’s, conversation is the main course
July 7, 2012
The flavor of politics; At Somaya’s, conversation is the main course
Near Tahrir Square, in the alley between Youssef al-Guindy Street and Mohamed Sidy Street, behind pine-green shuttered doors, lies Fasahat…
Anadol: Unassuming and delicious Turkish food downtown
June 13, 2012
Anadol: Unassuming and delicious Turkish food downtown
Downtown is the hub of old bars, cabarets, striving artists and old restaurants that have become Cairo institutions. But there's…
At Fuego, sushi special caters to insatiable appetites
June 3, 2012
At Fuego, sushi special caters to insatiable appetites
Fuego’s all-you-can-eat sushi special is arguably the best roll-for-pound deal in town — but only if you’re Japanese, a seasoned…
How organic is ‘organic’?
May 17, 2012
How organic is ‘organic’?
When deciding between the types of fruits, vegetables, meat and poultry to buy for your family, you are expected to…
Competition to put culinary talent to the test
May 6, 2012
Competition to put culinary talent to the test
Have you ever felt you possess distinguished, creative culinary talent that has been long buried? Well, if you do, get…
Zooba: More koshary in Zamalek
April 24, 2012
Zooba: More koshary in Zamalek
Twinkling brightly on the bustling 26th of July thoroughfare in Zamalek is a new restaurant called Zooba. Zooba is a…
A delicious chicken biryani recipe
April 21, 2012
A delicious chicken biryani recipe
Chicken biryani is among the ancient recipes of Indian cuisine. The recipe has Iranian origins and the word "biryani" is…
Pastaweesy: A Faisal Street disappointment
April 19, 2012
Pastaweesy: A Faisal Street disappointment
Pastaweesy, a venue that opened in January on Faisal Street near Haram district, offers “pasta and more to the masses”…
Fabulous koshari at Cairo Kitchen
April 14, 2012
Fabulous koshari at Cairo Kitchen
Cairo Kitchen opens its doors to the public (and to delivery) tomorrow, April 15th. The colorful, practical and delicious haven…
Frozen yogurt: The new cupcakes in Cairo?
April 8, 2012
Frozen yogurt: The new cupcakes in Cairo?
After sushi, cupcakes and concept boutiques, it seems that Cairo’s high-end consumer market is onto a new trend: frozen yogurt.…