Society
Kempinski: A new hotel on the river Nile
July 10, 2010
Kempinski: A new hotel on the river Nile
In an elegant ceremony attended by many social figures, the renowned hotel chain Kempinski launched its boutique hotel in Garden…
Kids summer activities: Diwan art workshop in Heliopolis
July 8, 2010
Kids summer activities: Diwan art workshop in Heliopolis
Diwan bookstore earned its status as one of the most diverse cultural venues in Cairo by branching out to include…
Egyptian-foreigner romances: Love in the face of social pressure
July 6, 2010
Egyptian-foreigner romances: Love in the face of social pressure
Cairo’s history and culture make it quite a destination for foreign youth. Some come for a short visit with a…
The 222 Project: Positive parenting
July 6, 2010
The 222 Project: Positive parenting
Sunday was a special day in the Heliopolis branch of Diwan Bookstore. The bookshop, known for holding workshops and events…
The changing face of Horreya
July 3, 2010
The changing face of Horreya
When Downtown Cairo coffeehouse Horreya closed its doors on 25 February for a religious holiday, it was no surprise for…
Nacelle: Nights of summer house in Cairo
June 28, 2010
Nacelle: Nights of summer house in Cairo
Cairo’s party scene is diverse and unpredictable, and with so many cultural influences making up the vibe it's easy to…
Summer activities: The Art Café
June 23, 2010
Summer activities: The Art Café
A hive of creativity lies buried in the ever confusing streets of Maadi: a small cafe with a big heart…
New lighting puts Cairo Tower back on the map
June 20, 2010
New lighting puts Cairo Tower back on the map
After a sudden change of appearance, the iconic Cairo Tower has been put back on the radar of tourists and…
Champagne Bar opens
June 10, 2010
Champagne Bar opens
The Fairmont Nile City has a new lobby bar - a champagne corner with a fabulous little trio, led by…
Yoga for kids
June 10, 2010
Yoga for kids
Somewhere in the tiny roads of Degla, Maadi lies a little flat--the reception of which has been turned into "The…