Life & Style
Taj al-Sultan: A taste of the Orient
September 6, 2011
Taj al-Sultan: A taste of the Orient
Hussein is a busy area of Cairo, full of street vendors, tourists, bazaars, cafes and restaurants. The last addition to…
Children’s corner: How to make a paper box
September 5, 2011
Children’s corner: How to make a paper box
With most Cairene children not yet back to school, we bring you the "Children's corner" mid-week! Planning arts and crafts…
Postcard from Phuket: Art shopping on Patong beach
September 5, 2011
Postcard from Phuket: Art shopping on Patong beach
Taking a trip to the Thai island of Phuket and strolling down the street by Patong beach is an unforgettable…
Fish restaurant Samakmak moonlights as cabaret
September 2, 2011
Fish restaurant Samakmak moonlights as cabaret
As cars whiz back and forth on Egypt's Sahel road, carrying beachgoers to the pristine coastline in Hacienda or the…
A day of Eid and freedom, despite economic hardships
September 1, 2011
A day of Eid and freedom, despite economic hardships
Kids have taken over the streets of Cairo, proudly exhibiting their brand new shiny and colorful clothes. Fireworks resound across…
Eidyah: Money for children during Eid
August 31, 2011
Eidyah: Money for children during Eid
Everything is falling into place. Children are dressed in new clothes, street fairs and festivals are being held, and lights…
The standard Eid dessert: Kahk
August 31, 2011
The standard Eid dessert: Kahk
Both Muslims and Christians in Egypt celebrate their feasts with special desserts baked for each occasion. Two such desserts, kahk…
Joint campaign to work toward a harassment-free Eid
August 30, 2011
Joint campaign to work toward a harassment-free Eid
Volunteers have launched a campaign in Cairo and Alexandria to fight sexual harassment during Eid. The "Safe Eid for Egyptian…
Watering the street: A closer look at a strange local tradition
August 29, 2011
Watering the street: A closer look at a strange local tradition
Mohamed Saeed holds a hose in his hand early in the morning and sprays the asphalt street in front of…