Life & Style
Egyptian-foreigner romances: Love in the face of social pressure
July 6, 2010
Egyptian-foreigner romances: Love in the face of social pressure
Cairo’s history and culture make it quite a destination for foreign youth. Some come for a short visit with a…
The 222 Project: Positive parenting
July 6, 2010
The 222 Project: Positive parenting
Sunday was a special day in the Heliopolis branch of Diwan Bookstore. The bookshop, known for holding workshops and events…
Hip dinner venues of the North Coast
July 5, 2010
Hip dinner venues of the North Coast
Bringing successful Cairene restaurants to the North Coast has proven to be a lucrative business. This is perhaps why, year…
The changing face of Horreya
July 3, 2010
The changing face of Horreya
When Downtown Cairo coffeehouse Horreya closed its doors on 25 February for a religious holiday, it was no surprise for…
Professional skin care can make a difference
July 1, 2010
Professional skin care can make a difference
Stress, smoking, caffeinated drinks and sleepless nights are all enemies of your skin. The earlier you develop good skin care,…
Taboula: Cairo’s traditional Lebanese favorite
July 1, 2010
Taboula: Cairo’s traditional Lebanese favorite
Taboula has two things going for it: location and quality. In terms of location, it’s the only dining option outside…
The Coast Look: Pumping up for the beaches
June 30, 2010
The Coast Look: Pumping up for the beaches
Walking along one of the semi-private beaches opening all over the North Coast, a certain trend is noticeable. The stock…
Sinai’s ultimate relaxation venue
June 29, 2010
Sinai’s ultimate relaxation venue
Situated some 465 km southeast of Cairo, the Red Sea coastal city of Nuweiba is ideal for backpackers. Sandwiched between…
Awareness through movement at Tawazon
June 29, 2010
Awareness through movement at Tawazon
Loose comfortable pants and a small pillow for head support is all you need for the Awareness Through Movement (ATM)…
Nacelle: Nights of summer house in Cairo
June 28, 2010
Nacelle: Nights of summer house in Cairo
Cairo’s party scene is diverse and unpredictable, and with so many cultural influences making up the vibe it's easy to…