Life & Style
Malek al-Gambari: Shubra’s king of seafood
May 1, 2011
Malek al-Gambari: Shubra’s king of seafood
The various Kings of Egypt may be a distant memory, but Cairo’s King of Shrimps is still alive and well.…
Children’s corner: Fight off seasonal illness
April 29, 2011
Children’s corner: Fight off seasonal illness
As temperatures and humidity rise, mosquitoes and flies come out in force both inside and out, while flowering trees and…
Six steps to healthy spring skin
April 29, 2011
Six steps to healthy spring skin
No matter what your skin type is, it is important to alter your skin care regime during seasonal changes. In…
Egypt sends 38 cyclists to Global Biking Initiative
April 27, 2011
Egypt sends 38 cyclists to Global Biking Initiative
Biking is a relatively new phenomenon in Egyptian society. Nevertheless, it’s on the rise -- Egyptians increasingly bike their way…
Postcard from Beni Suef: Koshary Hotel
April 26, 2011
Postcard from Beni Suef: Koshary Hotel
I checked into the El Bakry Koshary & Hotel with minimal luggage and a lot of skepticism. It may have…
Estoril: A downtown gem that stands the test of time
April 26, 2011
Estoril: A downtown gem that stands the test of time
This column is not ordinarily prone to hyperbole. It rarely finds the best, worst or most extraordinary of anything. Rather,…
An easy technique for home flower arranging
April 24, 2011
An easy technique for home flower arranging
Flower arranging is a creative and relaxing activity that can be easily performed at home. All you need is to…
Tahrir initiative seeks to launch Egypt development efforts
April 23, 2011
Tahrir initiative seeks to launch Egypt development efforts
Cairo’s Tahrir Square, the central gathering point for recent protests that resulted in former President Hosni Mubarak’s ouster, on Thursday,…