Food
‘Bram’ restaurant full of disappointment
January 11, 2012
‘Bram’ restaurant full of disappointment
On the quiet road of Mar’ashly in Zamalek, a new restaurant for Egyptian food opens its doors for those looking…
Flying Fish: Seafood that stands the test of time
January 8, 2012
Flying Fish: Seafood that stands the test of time
I once had a literature professor who claimed never to read books written any time after the era of Jane…
Americani Restaurant Asian Taste: Utterly authentic and surprising Thai
January 3, 2012
Americani Restaurant Asian Taste: Utterly authentic and surprising Thai
Traveling through Bangkok many years ago, I learned firsthand how little resemblance the food served at elegant Thai restaurants bears…
A year in review: Top five eateries opened in Cairo in 2011
December 30, 2011
A year in review: Top five eateries opened in Cairo in 2011
When you look back at 2011, you may not think of food —beyond KFC’s revolutionary debut in February, food for…
Indian luxury meets Heliopolis at Raj
December 22, 2011
Indian luxury meets Heliopolis at Raj
The Fairmont Heliopolis opened its new Indian restaurant last month, an addition to its already internationally infused set of lobby…
No time for Swedish meatballs
December 21, 2011
No time for Swedish meatballs
What does the peaceful and wealthy country of Sweden have in common with downtown Cairo’s Tahrir Square, the staging ground…
Zeitouna Lebanese Bistro serves up Lebanese food with flair
December 10, 2011
Zeitouna Lebanese Bistro serves up Lebanese food with flair
The newly-opened Zeitouna Lebanese Bistro adds a unique twist to a wide selection of Lebanese delicacies. The bistro, located in…
Chop Chop: Quality new Asian concept arrives in Giza
December 5, 2011
Chop Chop: Quality new Asian concept arrives in Giza
Nile Street in Giza between the Four Seasons and Gold’s Gym is one of Cairo’s most prolific dining destinations. Along…
High Tea in Zamalek
December 2, 2011
High Tea in Zamalek
Just when you thought Zamalek’s evening scene was oversaturated with venues, a new munching, snacking, sipping, chatting spot has opened…