desserts
Red velvet kahk, a twist that is neither retro nor innovative
Features/Interviews
June 26, 2017
Red velvet kahk, a twist that is neither retro nor innovative
Cairo’s confectioneries and bakeries are still pushing traditional boundaries this Eid by spicing up their crumbly kahk cookies with the…
Be sugar savvy: Sweet treats for a healthier diet
Health & Fitness
April 30, 2016
Be sugar savvy: Sweet treats for a healthier diet
Contrary to popular belief, a sweet tooth can be compatible with a healthy diet and weight loss, so long as…
Frozen yogurt: The new cupcakes in Cairo?
Food
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.…
The standard Eid dessert: Kahk
Food
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…
Cupcake madness: Searching for Cairo’s best
Food
June 27, 2011
Cupcake madness: Searching for Cairo’s best
It was only last year that the cupcake storm hit Cairo and names like Nola, Crumbs, Sugar & Spice and…
Sugar and Spice and everything nice
Food
May 20, 2010
Sugar and Spice and everything nice
There’s a certain buzz these days along Brazil St. in Zamalek. Not far from the Mobinil store on the north…