Amany Aly Shawky
Amany Aly Shawky
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Wednesday's papers: Mubarak watched protester killings, alleges fact-finding committee
"Mubarak saw the killing of the protesters during the revolution," privately owned daily Al-Shorouk leads Wednesday's coverage. The attention-grabbing headline...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
Best bites of 2012, our reviewer’s top picks
With so many restaurants reviewed in 2012, it’s hard to pick our favorites, so we’ve decided to cheat! Here are...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
At Maadi’s Cocoon, interiors are striking but food is inconsistent
Slightly hidden from the hustle and bustle of the busy Corniche, a minute away from Maadi’s second entrance, lies Cocoon...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
Wednesday papers: The saga of the prosecutor general
The resignation of the recently-appointed prosecutor general and Tuesday's marches against the constitution referendum occupy the headlines of most government...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
South Africa: The magic of safari
Aside from the busy streets of Cape Town and the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg, South Africa has a different...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
Bridal bootcamp: Our guide to looking and feeling your best on the big day
Preparing for your wedding can consume weeks and even months of your time before the special day. Along with all...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
War of narratives in Ettehadiya
In a mounting war of narratives between the Muslim Brotherhood and the opposition to President Mohamed Morsy, activists exposed incidents of...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
Make me a match: Egypt’s khatba tradition is still going strong
The khatba has made a comeback in the last few years. A modern and polished version of the modestly dressed...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
Tuesday's papers: Tax increases canceled, but referendum underway
Al-Shorouk writes this morning about the new taxes imposed and frozen by President Mohamed Morsy. The independent newspaper quotes...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
Dokki street food: Brave Ezz el-Menoufi and you won’t be sorry
In Egypt, street food is more than the diet of the poor. It is a passion, an art, and for...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
Thursday's papers: Egypt brokers Israel-Hamas truce, fails to quell violence at home
Developments in Gaza and on the streets of downtown Cairo have kept the local press busy this week. In its...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
Going Thai in Maadi: Yam Yen is an interesting new addition to the food scene
Pad Thai and red curry are among the specialties at Yam Yen Thai Cuisine, a new Thai addition to the...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
Tuesday papers: The Sinai file re-opened
Tuesday’s edition of the Independent newspaper Al-Shorouk leads with, “The presidency negotiates with jihadis and the military seeks revenge...
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago
A coastal hideaway: Teremok hotel in Durban, South Africa offers luxury and privacy
Only a few meters from the waves of the Indian Ocean lies Teremok Marine boutique lodge, in Durban, South Africa....
Amany Aly Shawky Amany Aly Shawky 8 years ago