Life & Style
The art of feng shui: A guide to cleansing and de-cluttering your home, in six steps
November 20, 2012
The art of feng shui: A guide to cleansing and de-cluttering your home, in six steps
I recently had the pleasure of getting a casual and insightful feng shui assessment of my home. “Feng” means wind…
Going Thai in Maadi: Yam Yen is an interesting new addition to the food scene
November 18, 2012
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…
Surf’s up: Head to Mui Ne in Vietnam for some serious water action
November 14, 2012
Surf’s up: Head to Mui Ne in Vietnam for some serious water action
Since the late 1990s, Vietnam hasn’t stopped growing as a tourist destination, and has become one of the main economies…
Beef, lamb or halloumi? With several takes on the classic dish, Gourmet Burger lives up to its name
November 12, 2012
Beef, lamb or halloumi? With several takes on the classic dish, Gourmet Burger lives up to its name
It’s not quite clear why or what exactly is happening, but over the past year or so, dozens of entrepreneurs…
A dying artform: Traditional handicraft production is on the verge of extinction
November 11, 2012
A dying artform: Traditional handicraft production is on the verge of extinction
The shift from modern houses with bright and loud colors, American-style open kitchens and practical pieces of furniture, to more…
Diving 101: Where to go and how to get addicted to diving
November 7, 2012
Diving 101: Where to go and how to get addicted to diving
Vacationers have varied concepts about what constitutes time off. For some, it’s a few days isolated on a beach; for…
Cairo by wheelchair: Navigating the city is almost impossible for people with disabilities
November 5, 2012
Cairo by wheelchair: Navigating the city is almost impossible for people with disabilities
Hussein Helal is a popular 27-year-old man. As his building elevator lands on the ground floor, five men rush to…
World War II veterans visit El-Alamein for one last tribute
November 4, 2012
World War II veterans visit El-Alamein for one last tribute
EL-ALAMEIN — World War II veterans, joined by family and well-wishers, gathered Saturday at the Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery in…
A kaleidoscope of fun: A new children’s magazine hopes to educate and stimulate youngsters
November 2, 2012
A kaleidoscope of fun: A new children’s magazine hopes to educate and stimulate youngsters
Dina Elabd is a soft-spoken 22-year-old with an impressive, goal-driven vision. She’s tall with a surprisingly composed demeanor — one…