Life & Style
Glassblowing in the City of the Dead
January 26, 2010
Glassblowing in the City of the Dead
Riding a white cab in the City of the Dead is a unique experience as its wide frame traverses the…
3 countries, 3 weeks: Laos
January 25, 2010
3 countries, 3 weeks: Laos
Vacation: Leisure time devoted to rest and pleasure.It was clear from the start that “rest” was not going to be…
Lucille’s: An American diner in Cairo
January 20, 2010
Lucille’s: An American diner in Cairo
Long-time favorite of the American expatriate community in Maadi, Lucille’s, which was started and is still run by a Cairo…
Arabesque: Downtown’s new nightspot
January 19, 2010
Arabesque: Downtown’s new nightspot
Although it's been in operation for more than 30 years, the recent purchase and renovations of Arabesque lounge-restaurant by Nabil…
Colonial walks by the canal
January 19, 2010
Colonial walks by the canal
It’s no secret that Egypt abounds in incredible touristic opportunities: majestic monuments, spectacular deserts, wide stretches of beaches, and much…
A peaceful excursion surrounded by Giza
January 14, 2010
A peaceful excursion surrounded by Giza
Much copied, but rarely equaled, Andrea’s of Marioutieh is a Cairo institution. A testament to its success is the number…
A woman’s touch: Arkan interior design
January 14, 2010
A woman’s touch: Arkan interior design
It's a well-known saying that a woman’s home is her kingdom, and yet the world's most famous interior designers are…
Personalized fitness
January 6, 2010
Personalized fitness
For those looking at fitness on a limited budget, the word 'personal trainer' may strike a negative chord. Although the…
The first soup of the year: where to get the best French onion soup
December 30, 2009
The first soup of the year: where to get the best French onion soup
Rumor has it that the French version of onion soup was originally created by King Louis XV. In his hunting…