Life & Style
Taking sanctuary in the Sinai Peninsula: Local beach roundup Part III
July 19, 2010
Taking sanctuary in the Sinai Peninsula: Local beach roundup Part III
From Ras Sudr to Taba, Al-Masry Al-Youm devotes the third part of a local beach roundup to the best spots…
Red Sea Riviera – Local Beach Roundup Part II
July 19, 2010
Red Sea Riviera – Local Beach Roundup Part II
Egypt's aptly-named Red Sea Riviera encompasses all the beaches along the Red Sea, both on the Sinai Peninsula and the…
Summer fitness: Firming up that tummy
July 18, 2010
Summer fitness: Firming up that tummy
While sunbathing on the beach, it’s hard to fight off that persistent body insecurity. Some people fear revealing their bodies,…
Banana’z towel project hits the beach
July 17, 2010
Banana’z towel project hits the beach
Banana’z is the name behind the funky and stylish towels that have been spotted on the beaches of the North…
Villa Baboushka: Pricey glamor behind a pink door
July 16, 2010
Villa Baboushka: Pricey glamor behind a pink door
A vintage 1930’s Zamalek villa is painted and molded to accommodate progressive art and designer clothing. Villa Baboushka is the…
The Bread Guide: A guide to the best baguette in Cairo
July 15, 2010
The Bread Guide: A guide to the best baguette in Cairo
Until recently, if you were looking for a quality baguette in Cairo, you were substantially out of luck. While you…
July summer sips: Limoncello fruit salad
July 14, 2010
July summer sips: Limoncello fruit salad
Fruit salads are generally recommended in summer. A fine mixture of different summer fruit, lime juice and perhaps a scoop…
Sunscreen and tanning oil: Let the sun rays in
July 14, 2010
Sunscreen and tanning oil: Let the sun rays in
When heading to one of the many beaches on the Egyptian coast, one item must not be forgotten: sunscreen. Without…
Mori: Sushi on Road 9
July 13, 2010
Mori: Sushi on Road 9
Maadi's Road 9 is the restaurant/cafe/supermarket hub for residents of old Maadi.There are restaurants known for breakfast and lunch--Chinese, Mexican,…
Europe on a plate: International clubs in Cairo
July 12, 2010
Europe on a plate: International clubs in Cairo
Aside from the standard services offered by the various cultural centers around Cairo such as language courses, music concerts and…