Anoushka’s finesse and splendor have been the talk of the Arab audience this Ramadan. This femme fatale has proven to the world that everything comes at the right time, and unique talents…
Amina Khalil “We didn’t judge Nazly because we lived her story from the beginning”
On a hot day in July, Amina Khalil visits our studio with her lovable dog Beanie (aka Bon Bon). She is clad in a pretty summer dress with her wet hair and…
5 Human Elements that Touched us in Eshtebak
Mohamed Diab’s bold and artistic one location film Eshtebak had people debating whether they were with or against it before it was even featured. Set entirely in a police van during clashes…
Harassment isn’t About What we Wear… Let’s Start Wearing Dresses!
For as long as I can remember, I have never seen Egyptian women wearing dresses while doing their daily activities and going on about their lives. Unless they have a special occasion,…
Stay at Home Moms: Luxury or A Different Fulltime Job?
Stay at home moms have both their hands full, whether people believe it or not. Women who choose to stay home and raise their children sometimes end up having to explain themselves…
Your Guide to the Ultimate Aklet Samak in Egypt!
What better way to enjoy the summer than with the perfect aklet samak? Think fresh fish, herbs & spices, maybe a tad smoky with a touch of golden brown colour standing out…
A Mother’s Challenge: I Lost my Eye, but Happiness is A Decision
Shutterstock/ Dubova Every new mom faces a lot of challenges that either make or break her, but the way we react to those challenges is what makes all the difference. Me…
Insanity is Doing the Same mistakes and Expecting Different Results
“Insanity is doing the same mistakes and expecting different results”, one of the most brilliant quotes ever said by Einstein. As humans, unconsciously we sometimes make the same mistakes and hope for…
“Don’t Send a Bathroom Selfie Along with your resume!” Dear Job Applicant
For the past ten years have I met people from all walks of life sitting in front of me for job interviews and I can safely say that it took a very…
Basma Joins the Cast of American TV Series Tyrant!
The exciting television series following an American family unwittingly becoming involved in a Middle Eastern country’s dangerous politics has been a hit since its release in 2014, and now Egypt’s fabulous actress…
5 Surprisingly Healthy Types of Food you’ll Find on Kcal’s New Menu!
Healthy is the new sexy, and we don’t just mean strong, lean bodies are sexy! We’re also talking about the food itself; healthy food can be extremely delicious. Kcal’s new menu items…
3 Minute Interview with @TheAdly
Would you rather date Khaleesi or Hermione Granger? Ginny Weasley… always. Most important office ornament? Vincent Van Gogh’s Starry Night and Khaleesi and Drogo’s action figures. Are you “ripped for…
Here is Why We’ll Always Love Marina! The Superpower of 5 Persons on One Beach Buggy!
Marina is where most of our generation spent their summer time. We lived and laughed, had our summer flings and discovered the basic tanning methods. Although sometimes we tend to get nostalgic…
5 Books that will Have you Reaching for the Tissues!
When it comes to crying while reading, I can teach lessons on the matter. I know many of you consider themselves “not the crying type”. Believe me, I’ve been there. And oh boy,…
Travel Trouble Only Egyptians Face; Be Thankful for the 15 Countries out of the 195 in this World that Require No Visas!
We take pride in our heritage and roots, and some of us even love waving around the Egyptian flag in the faces of others, flaunting their patriotism for no reason whatsoever. However,…
From Elmenus to Just Cook and Vezeeta, How these Young Entrepreneurs made Life Easier!
Calling our modern life hectic would be the understatement of the century. That’s why we can’t contain our gratitude when someone comes up with an idea to make our lives a little…
On Swinging between TV Channels and Refreshing our Social Media Pages
It’s amazing how we begin as a sperm and end as dust. In between, we are formed of various touchable and untouchable things that make us a person. We are all born…
The Miraculous Story of A 5-Day Puppy Rescue Operation!
Three days ago, a post by Lena Shendidy went viral. In the post she said that her friends in Alexandria have been trying to rescue a puppy stuck under big cement blocks…
Farewell, Mohamed Khan; Brilliant, Empowering Director
In the small hours of this morning, Egypt lost one of its most talented directors, and the world lost an artist whose work has enriched the film industry endlessly. Mohamed Khan, who…
On Mohamed Ramadan’s Cars; So what? He Earned the Money!
Actor Mohamed Ramadan, known for his movies where the Egyptian “thug life” is depicted in all its glory, posted pictures of his brand new cars recently on his Facebook page. Along with…
It’s Getting Hot in Here! Hacienda Bay is all about Steamy Fun and Quirky Fashion!
Given how hectic our lives are, we’d all like a break every now and then. This is especially true for young women whose demanding jobs – and sometimes family obligations – put…
The Parenting Formula “I discovered that 70% of our discipline methods harms the child’s psyche”
Discipline isn’t an easy task, we’re all well aware of that. The hardest part about it is that we have been taught so many dysfunctional things by well-meaning family members. The methods…
I Can’t Wait to be 30! “our society will always find things a woman is “too late” for”
“I can’t wait to be 30!” … I remember how that came off as a shock to everyone who heard me say it, specially the ladies. They’ve always asked me “What is…
Linked In; From a Professional Platform to Cyber Shenanigans!
When I first joined Linked In about 10 years ago, it was a somewhat “exclusive elite professional community”. There was definitely no mobile application and the website was not as advanced as…
Social Media; Modern Day Necessity or a Waste of Time? “when I finally deactivated Facebook, my life flipped around completely”
Edited by Yara Alsayes Social Media is a great way to communicate, share information and express thoughts and opinions. However, for many people, Social Media has ironically made them less productive, and…
6 Beaches you can Travel to that are Not Sahel!
Featured Image by @korayem95 Traveling each weekend to the North Coast has become the summer ritual for most of Cairo’s inhabitants. Enjoying the cool summer breeze and clear blue beach is…
Syrian Kids use Pokémon Go Craze to Plead for Help
The photos that are going viral as we write this. Shehab news agency printed a bunch of Pokémon photos, had Syrian children carry them, with a caption that says where they are…
The Trials and Tribulations of Raising an Autistic Child in Egypt
Our society is great in many ways, and our people are known for their kindness and helpfulness. However, unfortunately this very same society many times does not respond so well…
Humans of Prickly Pears in Cairo, “we all go through good days and bad days”
Edited by Yara Alsayes One of the biggest perks of living in Egypt during the summer is the abundance of prickly pear cactus, otherwise known as “Teen Shooki”. You’ll find carts…
“When I first got there, everyone stared at me; their eyes said it all”, Sarah El Sanhory, Egypt’s Fierce Female Pilot-to-Be
Edited by Yara Alsayes Sarah El Sanhory is an 18 year old young lady who recently graduated from high school, and decided to immediately chase her dreams! Sara did what many women…
Real Men don’t Leave their Wives when they get Cancer! On the Hardships Women Face after the Diagnosis
I want to speak about the women in my country who happen to get sick. My perspective will be based on my own personal experience of touching some other cases which…
Why Egyptian Women Feel like Desperate Housewives! On Sex and Cultural Patterns in Egypt
Considering the recent outbreak of several secret Facebook groups tailored for women in Egypt, conversations about relationships and sex have been initiated between strangers for the first time in at least a…
People we Love: The Imam Brothers
Power Duo! The Imam brothers, sons of the late Hassan al Imam who was one of Egypt’s most famous filmmakers, are our favorite talented duo! These two were amazing together when it…
Did you know that Circus Animals get Beaten to Entertain us? The Horrifying Reality!
Edited by Yara Alsayes Featured Image by William Hong/Reuters It’s summertime and people are thinking of creative ways to entertain their children. One of said ways is to take children…
11 Signs you’re Insanely Attached to your Cat
Before we start this, we need to address dog people. We know that the love dogs give is absolutely priceless. We know that cats are picky and demanding, but this is one…
Mickey and Tintin, Classics that were Summer Must Haves for Every 90’s Kid!
When I say classics, I don’t mean Jane Austen, Charlotte Bronte, Dickens or even Shakespeare’s classics. I’m talking about Egyptian childhood classics, comedies, magazines. Yep, stuff like Mickey magazine, El-Moghamerun el Khamsa,…
9 Times @Sweden_AR Ruled Twitter!
Sweden is a beautiful country; no one can ever say otherwise. This is not the only reason it has been catching our attention lately. We have grown to love Sweden a little…
The Best Ways to Keep your Dog Safe from Parvo
Dogs are more than pets, they become part of the family. This is why it’s heartbreaking when we lose them, especially if this loss is preventable. One of the scariest diseases that…
“While you enjoy Barcelona, I have Vomit, Mud and Juice Spilled on Me!” A Letter from a Young Mum to her Single Friends
Have you noticed the increase in all these posts on Social Media about getting married at a young age? Have you seen all the personalized statuses about how sad it is…
Dear Married Women, Fight for the Flowers!
There are a couple of relationship groups on Facebook the sole purpose of which is for women to discuss their problem in a safe, non-biased, judgment-free zone. The purpose of these groups…
“The girl who hears you talking about your new bag might be getting paid 800LE” When Bragging Breaks Hearts!
Common courtesy isn’t all that impressive when you only extend it to those whose feelings you care about. Sometimes, we get so immersed into our own lives that we forget that not…
Egyptian Pokemon Hunt! If we had to Hunt Pokemons at Mogamma El Tahrir
Trying to get your paperwork done at an Egyptian governmental institution is probably the closest thing to hell we’ll ever get to experience. Worst of all is the Mogamma… We imagined what…
Stay at Hostels! They’re Comfortable, Safe and not Half as Creepy as You think
Whenever someone says “hostel”, images of dead bodies and blood splashed bathrooms immediately jump to mind. The problem with hostels is that movies (especially the movie, Hostel) have made it so that…
Introducing Egypt’s New Female Superhero: Lamis!
We can’t stress enough on the fact that we love how many new comics are emerging in Egypt these days. The art scene is booming, and taking Egyptian comic books to new heights. Just…
Bringing Literature to Life! 7 Movies and Series Based on Naguib Mahfouz’s Work!
After Afrah El Obba received so much praise this Ramadan, we decided to share with you other works of art based on Naguib Mahfouz’s novels. The brilliant Nobel Prize winner wrote some…
Did you know that you can have a weekend in Santorini with your Sahel Budget?
While we do love Sahel, a lot, we are growing weary of how ridiculously expensive it’s becoming. As the prices of everything in the country rises, the trend is multiplied tenfold in…
Beach Body? Yes, Please! Destination Fitness Programs for this Summer
You should be able to hit your favorite summer destination while still keeping your fitness and workouts on point! This summer, many of our favorite places have spread on to…
It’s Summer, and Time to Unmercifully Judge Others! “Just because you pray, does not mean you are above those who are unlike you.”
Edited by Yara Al Sayes Whether you’re a sinner or a saint, you’ve probably been judged for it before. This comes as no surprise, since our society feeds off of judgments.…
7 Reasons why Pepsi’s #باللمة_نقدر Campaign Broke the Internet!
We’ve already pointed out how much we loved Pepsi’s advertising campaign this year. It was for a great cause, it had a beautiful commercial to go with it, and it was a…
A Girls’ Trip to Sokhna or Fayoum? You Should Definitely Uber It!
Being the travelholics we are, driving to remote destinations in Egypt isn’t a walk in the park, especially for women. Going on a girls’ only trip always has the common transportation…
The Downside of being a Vegetarian No One Tells you About
Whenever people hear about vegetarians, they think they must be super healthy and happy. Well, I am a vegetarian, and sadly, the reality is that it’s not always that shiny. Here…
Men We Love: TV Personalities who have their Own Charm!
Being on television requires a certain amount of grace. It’s not just about talent and not just about looks, but a combination of both. When the four men on this list appeared…
6 Reasons why you Have to Follow Mahmoud Albezzawy on Twitter
Actor and writer Mahmoud Albezzawy has brought us so many joyful moments thanks to his incredible talent. He’s proven to be an excellent writer over the years. He has also demonstrated how much…
“Ripped for Marassi” Harmless Advertising, or A Reflection of How Superficial we are?
Photo by Mohamed Kassem, Edited by Yara Alsayes Superficiality is surely embedding itself within our society. From preventing veiled women from entering public spaces, to judging people based on the brands…
Sun and Fun at Almaza Bay’s Les Elfes Camp!
The summer vacation is upon us and we can’t wait to relax. It isn’t as easy as it seems to keep the kids entertained while getting some much needed relaxation. That’s what…
Scandal; El Masry El Youm Publishes Victim-Blaming Caricature!
El Masry El Youm is going viral for all the wrong reasons today. They posted a caricature by caricature artist Abdallah earlier today, and it seems that all hell broke loose in…
Guess who’s the Egyptian Businessman who Just Married A Victoria’s Secret Model
Featured Image Credits: Instagram The Internet is booming with the news of super couple’s – Karim El Chiaty and Ana Beatriz Barros – wedding! The fairytale worthy wedding took place in Mykonos…
We asked Men we Love to Recreate us on Snapchat. Check out How they did it!
Snapchat is our new guilty pleasure, as is the case for the rest of the world. With new guilty pleasures come new trends that we don’t always understand. Some of those trends turn into…
Traditions aren’t Boring! Pass on your Nostalgic Eid Traditions to your Kids
Eid is all about family and family traditions! When building your own family, you think about the fun things you want your children to experience as well. From having tea and kahk…
Mai Medhat, Co-Founder of Eventtus, “Sitting on the panel with President Obama and Mark Zuckerberg is a milestone but it’s not the end”
Mai Medhat was all over Social Media last week when she appeared on the panel of the Global Entrepreneurship Summit 2016 alongside Facebook Founder Mark Zuckerberg and President of the United…
Stuck in Cairo this Eid? Here are 6 Fun Activities you can do!
Edited by Yara Alsayes Are you stuck in Cairo this Eid? Whether you feel like relaxing, being a little adventurous, partying the night away or listening to some live music, we’ve…
NOLA Taking “Local” Seriously by Opening in Tanta and Mansoura!
Not only are the residents of Cairo the lucky ones, NOLA has spread across the country to Alexandria, Mansoura and now Tanta! On the first day of Eid Nola will open their 10th…
She Cheated on her Husband but Society doesn’t mind… Why aren’t we throwing stones this time?
Whenever we hear a story about an Arab woman who cheats on her husband we are infuriated with rage. We become really sorry for the poor man she is married…
Asian Fusion at It’s Best at Lemon Grass!
Located at the fabulous JW Marriott Hotel, Lemon Grass restaurant is one of the best Asian cuisines in town! The ambiance and menu are absolutely fantastic. With a variety of hot &…
Kahk Calories! Should we Panic?
Eid is upon us, and we know we’ve already got to start thinking about how to lose our Ramadan weight, but not before we’re done with Eid goodies! Kahk, Ghorayeba, delicious Petit…
5 Feminist Acts the Prophet (PBUH) did that Most Egyptian Men would be too Scared to do
Prophet Mohamed (PBUH) is a feminist icon, if only people knew how liberal he was especially considering the time he lived in. Prophet Mohamed (PBUH) treated women as equals a thousand four…
After the Eat Pray Love Disappointment, Here are 6 Books to Delve in this Eid!
Most of us have either read or heard about the famous book Eat, Pray, Love, the book has a happy ending where the author Elizabth Gilbert meets the love of her life…
Exquisite Home Accessories by Egyptian Artisans on the Streets of Maadi
Edited by Yara Alsayes All over the streets of Cairo, talented craftsmen lay out their beautiful handworks, created with meticulous artistry, for sale. Using the sidewalk as their store, the by-passer…
Pack Light! 6 must haves on your Eid Trip!
With Eid just around the corner we now have an excuse to shop! When Eid and Summer come together you know you have to hit the beach! Here are some Eid must…
Yasmine Ahmed Kamel, Fierce Assistant Director taking the Entertainment Industry by Storm!
Yasmine Kamel is an assistant director whose work so far has inspired us. It’s not every day that we come across someone with so much passion for the industry and one who…
5 Male Actors this Ramadan we want to See More of!
Ramadan is always a great time to keep a close eye on TV series and watch out for fresh young talents, or re-discover forgotten talents! This year has brought us a bunch…
Prayer; Between Me, God and Social Media!
Throughout the past few years, we’ve been noticing a sharp increase in people’s use of Social Media to share religious posts. This increases even more during Ramadan. We’ve gotten accustomed to people sharing…
Can we Expect New Marsa Matrouh-Cairo Road to Make this Eid Easier?
Eid is coming up, which means many, many trips away from Cairo and in Sahel’s direction by the majority of Egyptians. In the past, we’ve experienced many hours spent on the road…
First Egyptian Makeup Artist to use Cruelty Free Products; Mariam Al Khosht!
Mariam is one of the first, if not only Egyptian, Makeup Artist to work solely with cruelty free products. Proving you can have gorgeous makeup without harming innocent animals in the…
Bassel Alzaro “Social Media is a double edged sword. It can end your stardom, or multiply it by 10”
Bassel Alzaro’s career has been booming recently. He has combined charm and good looks with a light-hearted attitude and raw talent. Whether it be his work as a presenter in the X…
5 Things we won’t Miss about Ramadan!
There are things we will definitely miss about Ramadan; the gatherings, nights out and the great food. On the other hand, there are things that we really won’t miss! Waking up…
Get the Look; The Colorful Looks of Afrah El Obba!
Bringing fashion from the late 60’s into the early 70’s which means we see many colorful and embellished outfits that we adore! Throughout Afrah El Obba, we can’t help but wish for those…
Does Sex become Extinct in Ramadan? Real Wives Confessions!
Ramadan is almost over, so all should go back to normal; eating habits, sleeping habits and apparently sex habits too! We’ve noticed among ladies’ conversations regarding Ramadan, sex almost always comes up.…
Kids in 1996 Vs. 2016
We understand that things change and that our generation was the very last one that has seen both analog and digital technologies. That being said, we feel the need to teach future…
7 Differences Between Afrah El Obba the Series and the Novella
Afrah El Obba is one of the most successful series of this year! It’s based on a Naguib Mahfouz Novella, which revolves around the same main events and characters. Naguib Mahfouz’s version…
Crazy Thoughts we all have at the End of each Ramadan!
The end of Ramadan is near, that comes with some thoughts and concerns that we all share. We’re torn between being unable to let go of the Ramadan things we got…
5 Reasons we believe Mohamed Mamdouh is the Next Big Thing!
We were all blown away by Mohamed’s performance in Grand Hotel this year. He got people talking about how lovable he is and, of course, his great acting skills. We truly…
Adele in Lovely Siwa Dress Rocks the Stage and Social Media!
Photos by Wenn.com Pop singer Adele was all over Egyptian Social Media after appearing in a gorgeous Siwa traditional dress. The dress combines a beautiful form with gorgeous beading and a…
Get the Look; Nazly from Grand Hotel!
People have been raving about Nazly’s outfits in Grand hotel! She has every girl’s dream wardrobe, here is how to make a similar style of your own. Vintage Magenta Some might…
Life En Blanc! A new Bridal Boutique Hits Town!
Blanc is Cairo’s newest bridal haven! The boutique that has just opened in Heliopolis has already made everyone talking about the uniqueness and splendor of its bridal collection. With a…
Lilian Daoud Deported Last Night After the End of her Contract with ONTV
Immediately after her contract with ONTV ended, Lilian Daoud was requested to leave the country. Zyad Elelaimy, her lawyer, posted on Facebook stating that. In the status, he said that passport…
5 Actors Who bring back Old School Charm!
Over the years, we have fallen in love with so many old school looking actors in TV dramas. They bring to the table a unique mystic element and remind us of charming…
5 Creative Charity Initiatives we Love!
Ramadan is the perfect time to do some good. These initiatives were started by creative, clever people who wanted to use their minds to better society. While not all of them emerged…
Life is Beautiful: 6 Reasons why Pepsi’s Ramadan Campaign is Awesome!
Pepsi’s campaign is our absolute favorite this year. It combines a lovely homely feeling that we’re now used to from Pepsi, along with very empowering CSR campaigns, which Pepsi have been doing…
Meet the Fierce Talents behind Grand Hotel!
Grand Hotel is one of the most talked about series this Ramadan. From the casting, the décor and, of course, the whole 50’s feel we get from it, there are so…
Well Played Villains this Ramadan and we just Love them!
With so much good drama this Ramadan, there’s an abundance of series to choose from. No matter what you’re interested in, you’ll definitely find your cup of tea. You’re also bound…
Get The Look; Dorra Zarrouk’s Glamorous Looks!
Dorra Zarrouk took the Egyptian entertainment scene by storm with her natural talent and beauty! We can’t get over her diverse, gorgeous looks. Here is how you can achieve some of them!…
Conscious Consumerism; About Time!
We often view consumerism in a negative light. This doesn’t come off as a surprise, seeing how consumerism in its most basic definition has damaged societies somehow. People have been conditioned…
6 Hilarious Moments in Nelly and Sherihan any Quirky Girl will relate to!
Amidst many dead-serious dramas, Nelly and Sherihan provides a much-needed comic relief! It’s fun, witty and light – perfect to wind down after a long exhausting day of work and fasting. Here…
Exercises Before Iftar “It won’t exhaust you, it’ll put you in the right mood”
We always think we’ll have more time than we actually do in Ramadan. We end up crammed at work and then over-eating at Iftar. After that, we’re too exhausted to do anything.…
Is Chloé Egyptian? The Story of Gaby Aghion
A post made on Facebook by Amany Youssef tells the story of how an Egyptian girl by the name of Gaby Aghion wanted to start her own clothing and perfume production line, and…
Ramadan Tips! When and How to Start getting your Kids into Fasting
There comes a time when mothers start thinking about the appropriate age and technique to get their kids into fasting. Do you take it step by step, or wait until they…
5 Artists who Beautifully Empower Women!
When you scan the media these days, you’ll see lots of initiatives working for women empowerment. There are many thinkers who wrote (and continue to write) about women and many activists who fought…
10 Epic Arab Reactions to Battle of the Bastards!
Game of Thrones has been an international success for years, but it feels like it’s only this year when Arabs decided to finally join the online conversations about the series. We can’t…
Magical spots for an Unforgettable Anniversary!
Is your anniversary coming up soon? Then you’ve got to be asking yourself the age old question of where you’re going to go on this special day. You want to go somewhere…
What to do When your Birthday Strikes During Ramadan!
Birthday parties are tricky, the tiniest thing goes wrong and the whole thing is kaput. Having your birthday party out at a restaurant is one of the best (and most common…
Giving Back from your Own Couch!
Ramadan being a Holy Month, we try to do as many good deeds as possible. Ramadan starts, you get really busy and before you know it the month is over and you…
Final Verdict on Tiran and Sanafir Islands: Egyptian!
The Administrative court ruled today that Tiran and Sanafir islands are, in fact, Egyptian! This renders the agreement signed between Egypt and Saudi Arabia, which declared the two islands part of Saudi…
6 Fabulous Places to Shop for the Perfect Gentleman!
Women always complain that shopping for men isn’t easy, but in fact it isn’t all that difficult once you know where to look. If you want to surprise your man with something…
8 Reasons you Must Stop Everything You’re doing and watch Afrah El Obba!
We’re witnessing some amazing work this Ramadan. There aren’t just one or two good series, there are a handful of great series. However, this time we’re recommending Afrah El Obba. The…
10 Perfect Oriental Fusion Outfits for Ramadan!
With the exhaustion and dehydration that often come in Ramadan’s coattails, it might be tough to stay fashionable and on-point. Worry not! We’ve got you covered with these fun, hip and…
Food, Fun and Music at The Courtyard Fest!
On May 13th Courtyard Maadi held its #TheCourtyard_Fest event where there was delicious food aplenty, fun activities for children, music by The Cadillacs and Salalem and even a flashmob!
Emergency Iftar! 5 Dishes you can Make in Under 30 Minutes
We’re all extra busy these days; work doesn’t stop in Ramadan! If anything, we have the same amount of work, with less working hours. That’s why sometimes, we find ourselves frantically trying…
7 Excuses Egyptians Use To Be Obnoxious at Work in Ramadan!
Ramadan is often a time when family and friends come together both to celebrate the Holy Month and to reinvigorate social ties that may have gotten weak over time. It is…
6 Ramadan Delivery Menus Ideal for if you’re Stuck at the Office
When you find out you’ll have to eat out, or even worse, at the office, during Ramadan, you need to quickly decide on where you’ll have Iftar. Think no further, here are…
Every Single Ramadan Conversation Boiled Down into One Video!
Peace Cake Productions have given us yet another gem this Ramadan. You might remember their hilarious work from last year; Allahomma Enny Sayem being one of the most popular of their many…
Top 10 All-Time Favorite Fawazeer!
Regardless of what generation you belong to, we’re sure you must have enjoyed fawazeer at one point or another of your life. It’s a lost art that we hope one day…
All Mums Make Mistakes”I accidentally dropped a soda can on his toes!”
Being a new mom is harder than it seems; you will never fully understand until you become one. Trying so hard not to make any mistakes and keep your newborn safe,…
Hidden Places to Swim during Ramadan!
When summertime and Ramadan coincide we always end up with a dilemma on our hands. How do we go swimming during a month of worship? Thankfully, we’ve found a way around…
6 Trendiest Food Carts in Egypt
Food carts in Egypt are nothing new; we’ve always had delicious street vendors. What’s new is the new wave of “trendy carts” we’ve been seeing lately. The successful new projects all offer…
How El Haram El Rabe3 Copied a Scene Word-for-Word from Mr. Robot!
A video that was posted by Facebook user Muhammad Abd El Mawla yesterday went viral instantly. The video shows a crystal clear act of plagiarism done by the makers of the Egyptian…
Sohour from a Cart! Your Guide to the Best Foul Carts in Town
An old school Sohour is something we can all appreciate. When in doubt, go to a “popular” food cart; street food is always the best! We’ve asked around and gathered the…
7 Things we Love about Grand Hotel!
From the time we first saw the promos, we knew we’ll fall in love with Grand Hotel. The mystery of the show is added to by the beautiful sets and vintage…
Iftar by the Beach! 6 Places to have Iftar in Sahel
Why spend Ramadan in Cairo unless you absolutely have to? If you can, try to skip town and go to Sahel. What’s better than a relaxing day spent by the beach,…
Nelly Karim’s Soqout Horr; Between “Nakad” and Reality
Edited by Yara Alsayes After the great success of Taht El-Sytara last year, Nelly Karim’s fans were expecting a lot from her series this year. As usual, she didn’t disappoint. Just…
Badass female characters this Ramadan!
We love a strong female character. One of the most effective means of empowerment is representation in the media. The more often we see strong women on-screen, we’re sure to see…
6 Online Comedians Yesalo Seyamak!
The long hours between Fajr and Maghrib can be painful. The more you want time to pass quickly, the slower it trickles away. While many combat this by occupying themselves…
7 Foods You Should Never Eat for Sohour !
Sohour should keep you full (as full as you can be, at least) until the next day. This is not all, though. Sohour also needs to consist of foods that won’t get…
All the Ways the Egyptian Sofra Defies the Purpose of Ramadan!
Edited by Yara Alsayes One of the most vital parts of Ramadan is the breaking of bread aspect to it; when families gather to break their fast together. Iftar time is…
8 Ramadan Gifts to Take to 3ozoumat instead of Dessert!
Edited by Yara Alsayes We always take desserts to Ramadan 3ozoumat, sometimes ending up with three different desserts at the same 3ozouma! Instead of having to go home with a piece…
8 Reasons Why We Love Sir Magdi Yacoub!
Edited by Yara Alsayes Sir Magdy Yacoub is a man who has been treating – and winning –hearts for the last few decades. It’s not just Dr. Yacoub’s fascinating knowledge that…
Ramadan Looks you can Rock All Year Long!
Edited by Yara Alsayes Styles change every year, we all know that, and Ramadan is no different. There are styles that look more appropriate for the Holy Month. These styles are usually…
From Yoga Poses to Detox! 5 ways Islam Heals the Body
Edited by Yara Alsayes Ramadan is a time of spiritual reflection and improvement. Muslims are expected to put more effort into following the teachings of Islam. This spirit is the natural…
Harassers Justify their Shameful Acts by saying that Women should “Respect Men’s Fast”
Edited by Yara Alsayes Walking down the streets and experiencing sexual harassment in broad daylight in Ramadan, we start to wonder, when did it become okay to let men harass women?…
Mountain View iCity; A Step Toward Sustainable Development
Mountain View’s iCity Project was launched in a recent ceremony attended by HE Dr. Mustafa Madbouly, Minister of Housing, Utilities and Urban Development, HE Dalia Khorshid, Minister of Investment, as well as…
Egypt in Ramadan; Citizens Arrested for Not Fasting and Employees Fired for Not Praying!
Controversies about freedom of belief aren’t new to Egypt. In Egypt, the line between personal freedom and respecting others’ freedoms has always been blurred. We’ve been having increasingly intense debates since last Thursday…
7 Ways Egyptians Ruin Taraweeh!
During Ramadan, special evening prayers are conducted, during which long portions of the Qur’an are recited. These special prayers are known as Taraweeh. Taraweeh is one of the most unique…
Home Alone? Here are 10 Places to get Home Style Iftar!
Many people have moved out and live away from their parents. Those people know that there comes a time when they must eat alone in Ramadan. When this happens, you’re faced…
Last minute Iftar! 5 Recipes to make in Under 30 Minutes
We’re all extra busy these days; work doesn’t stop in Ramadan! If anything, we have the same amount of work, with less working hours. That’s why sometimes, we find ourselves frantically trying…
Enough with Bougy and Tamtam! Too Much love will Kill you
Edited by Yara Al Sayes Ramadan is upon us! When you ask adults what they associate Ramadan with, Bougy w Tamtam are always among their answers. The well-known show aired every year…
Did Obama’s Daughter really Quote Prophet Muhammed on her Graduation Cap?
As it turns out, this is not Obama’s daughter. The young lady Michelle Obama is hugging is reported to be a student from Yemen. The photo had gone viral earlier yesterday. In…
#ShareTheMeal and Feed A Syrian Child right from Your Own Dining Room!
The mobile application Share the Meal allows its user to feed a Syrian child in need. The initiative was started by the United Nations World Food Programme. On the application’s website they…
Dear Vogue, check out our Very Own Salma Abu Deif
Featured image by Aisha Elshabrawy Salma Abu Deif has made quite the name for herself here in Egypt and we are ever so proud of that. And only at 23, she…
Follow me to Egypt! Murad and Natalya Osman Spend their Anniversary in Egypt!
The couple behind the magical, extremely romantic Follow Me To series have come to Egypt recently. Nataly Osman posted pictures on her Instagram taken in Luxor and in front of the pyramids.…
Magical Ramadan Ma’edat Rahman in Dahab!
A picture of what was reported to be a Ma’adet Al Rahman in Dahab took Egyptian Social Media by storm! People, especially unlucky Cairo dwellers, commented on how decent, serene and beautiful…
5 Reasons why tortina is Simply the Best!
Tortina’s sweet creations have been making Egyptians happy since 2009. Their delicious desserts, offered in over 12 branches sprinkled in – and even beyond – Cairo, vary greatly in type, but are…
How to Survive Ramadan Weekends!
Edited by Yara Alsayes It is hard to survive Ramadan days when you are working and fasting at the same time. However, what’s even harder is to fast when you’ve got…
Coconut Cake with Ramadan Sugar Drizzle!
Ingredients: 2 cups sugar 2 sticks of butter 2 cups flour 4 eggs 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder ¾ cup milk ½ cup coconut flakes ½ cup chopped nuts Method:…
Mehalabeya with a Chocolaty Spin
This chocolaty western spin on the most popular oriental dessert you’ll find in Egypt will leave you speechless and hungry for more! Give this standard Mehalabeya recipe the most exciting twist with…
Sohour with a Twist; Soufflé!
Ingredients: 3 1/2 eggs 50g cream cheese 1/2 teaspoon mustard 2 tablespoons grated cheddar cheese 2 tablespoons grated romano cheese sprinkle grated nutmeg 1 teaspoon butter salt and pepper to taste…
For the love of smoothies; Sweet and Refreshing!
Karkade Smoothie Ingredients: 1 glass Karkade drink (already prepared) 2 tablespoons honey 1 cup pomegranate 1 cup ice Method: Combine all ingredients except for the ice and blend well. When consistency…
Warm & Delicious Creamy Cauliflower Soup
Ingredients: 1 kg cauliflower (florets chopped into medium pieces) 1 chopped onion 1 small chopped potato 2 cloves of garlic chopped 1 cup Milk 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth Salt…
Healthy can be delicious! Enjoy this Light Vegetable Soup
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 chopped carrot 1 chopped onion 1 chopped zucchini 1 chopped potato Chopped celery Fresh parsley 2 cups vegetable broth Salt & pepper Method: In…
Mostafa Shaaban’s Sexism; Enough is Enough!
Mostafa Shaaban had a few good years since ‘Aelat Al Hag Metwally; Al ‘Aar was a good show, for example. However, since then he has been performing almost the same…
Fastest Mosques for Taraweeh Prayer! You won’t even feel guilty
We understand that this is a time to be devout. We all wish we had the time to pray for as long as we wanted, but with only 9 hours…
Ahl Masr Releases Moving New Video! #شوف_بقلبك #SeeWithYourHeart
Ahl Masr keeps surprising us with their clever ways of getting people to give back. We have spoken before with Heba El Sewedy about Ahl Masr, their history, their approach to helping…
Quiz Time! What is your Mosalsal Spirit Animal during Ramadan?
It’s 10AM on the first day of Ramadan. You are… A) Sleeping to avoid getting angry! B) Praying, but also getting excited about tonight’s kheima. C) Bright eyed and bushy tailed…
Exclusive: Secret Tips from Egyptian Foodies!
Ramadan is here and the pressure to make the perfect meal is on! Here are a few quick kitchen tips that you need to know! To avoid oily Atayef, keep them as…
7 Series you are dying to watch but can’t because: Ramadan!
We love series, whether it be Egyptian or American, and just because we have our Egyptian Mosalsalat in Ramadan, that doesn’t mean we’ll stop watching American ones! Well, there are a few…
Bean Tagine with Goulash
Ingredients: Can of fava beans 2 Tbs. olive oil 2 Tbs. tomato paste 2 tomatoes, chopped I green pepper, chopped I yellow pepper, chopped Green onions, chopped 2 lobes of…
Stuffed Eggplant With Hulled Grains
Ingredients: 2Tbs. olive oil I large onion, chopped I large tomato, chopped 2 of lobes minced garlic l green pepper, chopped l yellow pepper, chopped 3 eggplants cut in halves, and…
Rania Roushdy: Egypt’s First Wheelchair Using Model!
Rania roushdy is a 24 year old whose inspiring story has been featured all over news outlets recently. The beautiful, ambitious Egyptian young lady has a passion for fashion and modeling. And she’s…
Creative Desserts; Yay or Nay?
Ramadan is very special because of the spiritual value of fasting, but ironically enough, it is the peak for food consumption. Every year food outlets create new delectable, creative dishes for Ramadan,…
Mint “I’m always an early bird; I’m the Ramadan party pooper”
Mint, the founder of Pole Fit Egypt tells us all about her Ramadan routine, how she stays so fit, and some family gossip! Did you ever do the not eat…
Norshek “I watch mosalsalat on my iPad while running on the treadmill”
A working mother of 2 and a fitness freak! With Ramadan comes Mosalsalat and dessert, how does she keep it all together during Ramadan; we find out! How do you juggle…
Zap Tharwat “Mosalsalat are repeated all year but Ramadan is only once, use it wisely.”
We talk to artist and poet Zap Tharwat about the spiritual side of Ramadan and some of his favorite Ramadan things! Fancy tents or qahwet el fishawy? Qahwet El Fishawy.…
Kareem Gouda “I used to hide under the dining table and eat fresh bread with tehina. I used to get caught every time”
We talk to Health Influencer Kareem Gouda about how he maintains his diet, his guilty pleasures and of course a few tips and tricks! How do you balance between…
We all love olive oil, but did you know your summer body can benefit so much from it?
Salad Dressing for Glowing Skin It’s rich in Vitamin E, making it great for your skin. Fasting dehydrates your skin and who wouldn’t want a glowing complexion on the beach? A…
5 Annoying Family Members you meet during Ramadan!
Ramadan is all about family gatherings, and as much as we love that there are a few family members that we try to avoid! People intervening in your personal life, giving you…
Yosra El Lozy “To me, Amar El Deen is for eating, not drinking”
Sherihan or Nelly Fawazeer? Sherihan. Have you ever wanted to star in Fawazeer as a child? Yes! When I was a child I didn’t want to be an actress, I wanted…
Karim Fahmy “I told her not to go into the kitchen and that I’ll make dinner. It was a disaster”
Ramadan is all about family and food. We spoke to Karim Fahmy to find out more about his preferences, cooking abilities and whether farafeer food exists! Tabeekh or junk food?…
Amina Khalil “I don’t Cook in Ramadan because I can’t beat my Mom’s Cooking”
Beautiful and talented actress Amina Khalil speaks to us all about Ramadan, cooking skills and her dreams of one day doing Fawazeer! If you had to choose a Ramadan show…
Nahed Sebaei “Mombar is my weakness”
We spoke to the fabulous Nahed El Sebaei about Ramadan nostalgia, food, and Heba Regl El Ghorab! What do you think of the whole “revamping” people are doing to…
6 Reasons why you should ditch your Car in Ramadan and use Uber!
Cairo’s traffic is a psychopath killer by instinct. It poisons you slowly but surely at the end of 6th of October bridge, Mehwar, Remaya Square and many similar common epidemic diseases. …
She’s a Mannequin, She’s Wearing an Isdal, Still, she’s getting Groped!
Photo source: Anonymous It’s her fault! Look at what she is wearing! Why did she go there? We usually hear those comments in response to almost every harassment incident we witness…
7 Times you almost broke your Fast!
Fasting isn’t easy, especially during the summer! With Ramadan hitting us June through July, the temptations to almost break your fast become more and more frequent. Here are 7 times we…
Healthy Eggplant Fatta for the Fitness Freak!
Ingredients: 1/2kg eggplant, cut into ½ cm thick slices 1 cup pita bread bread, cut into squares 1 large tomato, processed in blender 1 teaspoon tomato paste 1 Small onion, minced…
This Energy Booster Parfait is the Perfect Breakfast Meal!
Do you need some energy to keep up with your busy day? Then you should definitely try out this easy, delicious and nutritious parfait recipe that will keep you feeling healthy and…
Light Potato Wedges!
Ingredients: 3 medium sized potatoes, cut into wedges. ½ teaspoon onion powder ½ teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese Oven bag 2 Cups Danone yoghurt…
Grandma’s Moussaka with Béchamel!
Ingredients: 1 kg eggplant, cut into 1 cm slices Oil for shallow frying 3 tablespoons oil 1 large onion (200g), chopped finely 2 cloves garlic, crushed 500g minced meat 1 tablespoon…
Creative Recipe for your Next Dish Party! Mac and Cheese
Ingredients: 1 bag elbow macaroni 2 cups Domty Mozzarella Cheese Mix 1/2 cup Domty Mozzarella Plus 3 cups milk 1/4 cup cream 3 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1 garlic…
Creative Recipe for your Next Dish Party! Minty Cheese Balls with Green Onions
Ingredients: 500g Domty Feta Plus 2 teaspoons butter 5 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint 1 small green onion chopped Method: Combine feta cheese, mint and butter. Mix well until mixture…
Creative Recipe for your Next Dish Party! Mozzarella Sticks with Sun dried Tomatoes
Ingredients: 2 cups bread crumbs 1/3 cups grated Parmesan 1 teaspoon salt 1 bag Domty Mozzarella Plus 2 tablespoons sundried tomatoes, cut into small pieces 2 eggs, beaten to blend Oil…
Dessert in a jar; Konafa and Nuts Parfait!
Ingredients: 2 cups yoghurt 1/3 cup mixed nuts 1/4 cup chopped konafa 1 mango 8 strawberries 1 kiwi Method: Make yoghurt in your Mienta Naturel Yoghurt Maker. Roast konafa on…
Sambousek Mania! Blue Cheese and Zaatar Sambousek & Pickled Lemon Sambousek
Blue Cheese and Zaatar Sambousek Ingredients: Sambousek pastry 5 tablespoons Blue Cheese 2 teaspoons zaatar ½ teaspoon dried mint 1 teaspoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Method: Combine all stuffing…
Delicious & Easy Tomato Soup!
Ingredients: 1 onion chopped 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil 4 peeled tomatoes 2 cups chicken broth ½ cup croutons Oregano Parmesean Salt & pepper Method: In a medium pot cook…
Ramadan Trends we officially hate!
There is so much we love about Ramadan; traditions, the atmosphere and the food of course. However, then there are many emerging Ramadan trends that we simply hate! Here are Ramadan…
Egypt’s Alcohol in Ramadan Controversy Summed up in One Picture!
It is Ramadan. It is the time of the year when the country is flooded with episodes’ trailers, special decoration and expensive marketing campaigns of all types for food and drinks. Well,…
What Really Happened at the Sepultura Concert in Cairo! And a Few words from the Band that wasn’t Allowed to Perform
Update: on June 6th, Sepultura posted a statement on their Facebook page apologizing to their Egyptian fans for the cancellation of the concert, stating that it was out of their control and that…
Funny Moments all New Moms have been Through!
Being a new mom is never easy; it comes with sleepless nights, a lot of responsibilities and, more importantly, embarrassing moments! Leaving you in a situation where you don’t know if…
If Joey had to Fast in Ramadan!
When we think of Joey from F.R.I.E.N.D.S we instantly think of food; from the time he stole his date’s chocolate cake to when he wouldn’t share grapes with Emma! In spirit…
Arabic Type Challenge brings the Language into a New Light!
Arabic Type Challenge project is a project targeting graphic artists and illustrators to share their unique visual expression of the Arabic alphabet and numbers. The project started since the beginning of…
Muhammad Ali, ‘The Greatest’, dies at age 74
Boxing legend and true inspiration to generations died at age 74. The respiratory illness which eventually took Ali’s life was complicated by his Parkinson’s disease. Known for his sharp wit and how eloquently…
Do Condoms Really Kill Pleasure?
Powered by Ma3looma A lot of men refuse to use condoms, even though they are excellent contraceptives, especially when the woman is unable to use a method of her own. The…
Spoiled Egyptians! 6 Things Egyptians take for granted!
As hard as the lives of Egyptians are, we still have our perks and spoiled moments. Here are a few things we Egyptians take for granted and only realize their true…
Bassem Youssef’s New Video Fights Xenophobia in the most Hilarious Way!
Having missed Bassem Youssef for the past couple of years, we were too excited for words when we saw that he posted a new video on his Facebook page! The video is…
Hend Sabry on Syrian Refugees, “I don’t see how longer this situation can last”
Tunisian star Hend Sabry visited Lebanon to continue helping refugees in the Arab world! Joining the UN World Food Programme (WFP) which aims at raising awareness of the hunger problem the Arab…
14 Year Old Manar Died during a Female Genital Mutilation Operation!
Although it has been banned in Egypt, Female Genital Mutilation is still a prevalent issue. Despite the government banning the practice and the many campaigns made to combat circumcision, millions of girls…
8 Timeless Series you should Re-Watch this Ramadan
By now Ramadan has become the official time to be nostalgic. Why not when it’s so full of childhood memories? How about instead of reminiscing and not doing anything about it, you…
Digital Republic becomes Part of Dentsu Aegis Network’s Digital Agency Isobar!
Digital Republic, which was founded in 2009 and since then developed into an admirable award-winning creative agency, has good news! Yesterday, the 30th of May, Dentsu Aegis Network announced the acquisition of…
Head of Egyptian Delegation at UN Conference Refers to Sub-Saharan Africans as “Dogs and Slaves”
In what can only be described as a shocking and humiliating incident, it has been reported that the Head of the Egyptian Delegation at a UN Conference (and current President of the AMCEN), has…
Sepultura are Performing Live in Egypt! Here’s 5 Reasons why this is Great News
Sepultura are arguably Brazil’s biggest musical export. The heavy metal band, whose name is Portuguese for grave, started out in the mid-1980s by brothers Max and Igor Cavalera. The current lineup is…
Menna Shalaby Wins Best Actress Award at Murex D’Or!
Beautiful, talented actress Menna Shalaby won the Best Actress Award at Lebanese award ceremony Murex D’Or! The 16th edition of the award ceremony saw Menna Shalaby take the Best Actress Award home! The…
Dress? Nightgown? Who Knows! #FashionShaweesh
Fadia Abdel Ghany is an icon of 90s television. You can’t think of a TV series that she wasn’t part of (and believe us, we’ve tried). Still, that’s okay, because we love…
Cross Cultural Marriage! Not as Easy As it Seems?
Relationships are hard enough as is. They’re even harder in Egypt where restrictions are placed on human interaction since the day we’re born. Now, imagine being an Egyptian and deciding to marry…