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…
Shameful Act in Minya! Elderly Christian Lady Stripped and Paraded in the Streets
When we Egyptians pride ourselves in our compassion and our ability to look past our religious differences, we still manage to find news that negate all our claims. The title doesn’t say…
7 Days Releases Catastrophically Insensitive New Cover
It happens sometimes, especially with media outlets and occasionally politicians, that an attempt to be sensitive could result in a disastrously insensitive gesture. This was the case with 7 Days’ new cover…
8 Authentic Restaurants in Maadi you Must Try!
Finding authentic food has been getting easier recently. More restaurants that make ethnic food the way it was meant to be made are available. We’ve noticed that Maadi in particular has quite a…
When Girls hit the Road! #Stradivariusroadtrip
Girls just want to have fun! Stradivarius invited us on a road trip around the Red Sea, El Gouna, Hurghada and Marsa Alam, all of which were simply heavenly! The trip…
Tarek Lotfy Loses 18kg in Less than 3 Months for a Role!
Actor Tarek Lotfy is a force to be reckoned with in Egyptian drama. His talent is undeniable. This Ramadan he will star in Shahadet Milad. The series is a drama thriller that already looks…
Modern day Arabian Princess; Saudi heritage with New York Style!
Deena Abdulaziz AL Saud is living the modern day princess dream! Deena has an impeccable modern style that we just love! With her pixie cut hair and eye-catching street style, Deena has been…
Ingi Abou Zeid on TV, Therapy and Women, “what moves me the most is violence against women whether it be verbal, physical, emotional or sexual”
Featured Image Photography by Amall Ishak. Costume Advisor Nermine Said. Beautiful, intelligent and extremely talented; those are things you may already know about Ingi Abou Zeid, but did you know…
The Ripped Jeans that Took Egypt by Storm, Triggering Outrage and Public Shaming
For the past few days it seems that all the Internet cares about is a pair of ripped jeans! A picture was posted on Social Media of a pair of jeans currently…
5 Simple Makeup Hacks you won’t Believe you didn’t Know!
Makeup can be so much fun, and can bring out your natural beauty, if only used right. Here are some makeup hacks you can use to perfect your makeup skills. They’re so…
Coldplay Here we Come! We’re Covering Coldplay’s Final Tour!
It is Coldplay’s very last tour! We couldn’t miss out on the bittersweet experience and we wouldn’t want you to miss out on it either. So, we will be covering Coldplay’s concerts…
Maznoq! The App that will Find the Nearest Public Toilet for you!
Remember that Seinfeld episode where George Costanza boasted his ability to name the best public toilet at any given place in NYC? This application hopes to be the George Costanza of Cairo.…
Crash of EgyptAir Flight MS804 Confirmed
The news of the EgyptAir aircraft’s crash was confirmed a few hours ago both by French President Francois Holland, and confirmed by Greek authorities as well. It has been reported that the…
90’s Musicians who Spread Eternal Joy!
Instead of viewing pop culture of the past in a negative light, we’ve decided to remember the musicians who have entertained us a lot during our childhood. Here are 7 musicians from the…
People we Love! Rami Malek
He’s Egyptian! If you ever wonder where he got his great looks from it’s because Rami was born to Egyptian parents, his father was even a tour guide in Cairo! Although he…
5 Alternative Styles for the Daredevils!
We can’t emphasize this enough: We love fashion! And there’s nothing better than people who decide to stand out. People who express themselves through alternative fashion have been increasing in number recently,…
Child Abuse! “Kids get physically, verbally and sexually abused and never dare to talk about it”
As hard as it is to write on this subject, I decided to give it a try. I don’t know where this will take me, but I hope that it can…
6 Tasks you should never give your Nanny!
With the rising of the “have it all” woman comes the rise of depending on nannies. There’s nothing wrong with having a nanny to help out, but there are certain tasks that…
From Stopping a Taxi to Wearing Heels! 8 Easy Tasks made Difficult in Egypt!
Living in Egypt isn’t the easiest thing. Even some of the simplest tasks can become a hassle. From going to the supermarket to walking in heels! Here are 8 easy tasks made difficult…
I Hate Pink! “Why aren’t girls left in the playground jungle to learn playground rules on their own?”
Photography by Remon El Markiz Basma Abbas – Art Director Not that I have anything against its existence, I just hate the notion around it. Ever since I was young, it’s…
Here Comes the Bride… “I see my father looking relieved that now I’m someone else’s burden”
Photography by Remon El Markiz Basma Abbas – Art Director I see my mother, oh so happy that her daughter is getting married. I see my father looking relieved like never…
12 Reasons why you’re having Painful Sex!
Featured Image: Shutterstock/Piotr Marcinski Sex should be many things, but painful should not be one of them! Unfortunately, sex isn’t a topic people in Egypt like to discuss, which means many…
7 Female Creatives and Entrepreneurs who know how to Use Instagram to Boost their Businesses
Instagram is becoming increasingly popular and we’ve seen over and over again people use it for business purposes! Here are 7 female entrepreneurs that are making the best out of Instagram, business…
EgyptAir Calls for Media Outlets and Social Media Users to Not Spread Rumors
EgyptAir released a statement on their Facebook page denying everything that has been published recently in the media. The statement claims the reasons for flight MS804’s disappearance is still unknown, and calls…
EgyptAir Flight MS804 Disappears on its way from France. Live Updates
EgyptAir Flight MS804 has disappeared from radar contact at 2:30AM earlier this day. So far, EgyptAir has denied all reported reasons why the aircraft has gone missing. The EgyptAir craft was traveling…
Luxor Governor Gives Cleaners Special Working Hours on Account of the Heat!
In a refreshingly humane move Luxor Governor, Dr. Mohamed Badr, gave the cleaners in the entire Governorate special working hours where they don’t work during heat peak hours. The new working hours…
10 Places to get Vegetarian Food in Cairo
Being a vegetarian is not an easy thing in Egypt, meals are never really complete until there is a type of meat on the plate, unless you’re willing to eat koshari everyday.…
8 Celebrities whose Pre-Celebrity Job you wouldn’t Expect!
Becoming a celebrity doesn’t happen overnight. An actor or novelist takes time until they reach a point where they can make a living out of their art. Until then, they need to…
Step Aside Eminem and Snoop Dogg, we’ve got “Safla”! New Egyptian “Rapper” Desecrates Hip-Hop
Hany Abdel Ghany’s new song, Safla, aims to be a brutally honest emotional rap song, it ended up just being brutal, and not in a good way. The fact that the song…
6 Reasons Why Norine Farah is the Next Big Thing!
Young Egyptian designer Norine Farah who is known for her quirky, unique designs is quickly making her way the fashion scene! We believe Norine is the next big thing and here are…
Don’t turn Away! 6 Clever Ways to react to a Harasser!
Living in Egypt, we know that there is not the simplest errand you could run or place you could go without getting harassed in the process. To avoid a scene,, and…
7 Types of Sweaty Egyptians you See in this Heat Wave!
With the heat wave that is passing through Egypt and temperatures reaching 45 C we are starting to see different sides of people. Here are 7 types of Egyptian you meet…
90’s Fashion Items we’re Glad didn’t make it back!
We’ve noticed that there are many fashion items coming back from the 80’s and the 90’s and we just love it! We’re even gladder, or more like relieved, that some items…
At 44 Degrees, Egyptians Creatively Combat the Heat!
Photography by @mostafa_bassim A photo went viral of an Egyptian man wearing a cardboard box on his head. On such a hot summer day, we’re not surprised. Today’s temperature is 44, and…
Banha University Professor carries his Student’s Child during his Lecture!
A post went viral on Facebook a few days ago showing a professor carrying a child during class. The child isn’t his, but in fact his student’s! The post was made by…
Julia Roberts goes Barefoot on the Cannes Red Carpet!
Hollywood star raised eyebrows and made us all fall in love with her laid back attitude when she went barefoot at the Cannes Film Festival! This happens to be Roberts first Cannes…
These Five Egyptians left for a “Better Offer” Abroad, was it Worth it?
Yes, we know the economy isn’t doing great in Egypt. As a matter of fact, it hasn’t done very well since forever. This isn’t exactly out of the ordinary. Since the 1970s,…
Do Phone Cameras Scare You? #الحرية_لأطفال_شوارع
In complete and utter defiance to human rights, and common sense, the Egyptian police arrested the satirical group “Atfaal Shaware3”. The young men were all apprehended after they made a video which…
Six Egyptian Men who have Raised the Feminist Banner!
It isn’t every day when we get to talk about men who have taken significant roles in political and cultural feminism, especially here in Egypt, where feminism is still looked down…
Whatever happened to Hala Shiha, Hanan and Nadine? An Amazing Video Discovers where they went!
On May 8th, Nady El Video posted a video they had created about celebrities of whom we haven’t heard for years! The video included former singer Hanan, former actress Hala Shiha, former football star…
7 things a non Egyptian Parent will teach you well!
Other than having a foreign passport and being able to travel without visa, having a foreign parent has its perks! There are some life lessons that only a foreign parent will…
Etisalat’s Sexist “Joke”! Where can we draw the Line?
It might seem like we’ve come a long way when it comes to women empowerment, what with so many advocates for equality, even here in Egypt! Still, we have our fair share…
4 Theories about the Mystery Robot Spotted in Cairo
This incredibly Grendizer-like robot was spotted being transported around Cairo in the least stylish way ever, on a pickup truck yesterday. We’re still unsure why we suddenly have this, but we’re willing…
The Hero Cairo Needs! #BatmanTeam won the #DoritosChallenge!
In case you haven’t heard, Batman won the Doritos Challenge! This, means Scoop Empire won! Although we rooted for our hero, Superman, with all our hearts, we have got to hand it…
Fire in Ataba lasts Hours and Leaves over 40 Injured
Featured image courtesy of Youm7 A fire started in El Reweiey, Ataba district earlier this Monday. The fire lasted for hours. According to the Health Ministry report, there were no fatalities. However,…
5 Modest Fashion Icons with Exceptional Style!
Being modest doesn’t mean you can’t have great style! These 5 women prove just that. From feminine and lady-like to dark and quirky, they do it all! Hoda Ismail – Co founder…
Londoner Seeks Revenge by Spray Painting her Ex’s Car
In an epic feat of female wrath, a British woman took out her frustration on her ex boyfriend’s Range Rover. The otherwise spotless car was spray painted in big capital red letters…
Dear God, I lie about my church, my cross, my hair and about You!
Photography by Remon El Markiz Basma Abbas – Art Director “Dear God …” This is the first I write to you. I always pray to you before going to sleep, I…
3 Minute Interview from Instagram with @AlaaElSheikh
Books or movies? Movies. What’s your most/ least favorite thing about Egyptians? Most: sense of humor. Least: ignorance. How do you entertain yourself in overcome Cairo traffic? Making funny videos. Which is…
Hotter than Grey’s Anatomy! 9 Hot Doctors you should Know About
Some jobs are sexier than others; it’s a fact of life. And doctors are way on top of the list. We can think of many reasons why this is the case. For…
Ragia Omran, Human Rights Lawyer, Stopped at Cairo International Airport
As Egyptian activists, human rights defenders and journalists – among many others – face wave after wave of arbitrary arrests, those who aren’t arrested face other… inconveniences. “How long can Egypt’s government…
Quit your Job and Travel the World? Think Again!
“Let’s quit our jobs and travel around the world, sweetheart”, I said to my husband while my daughter was crying in the background and the molokheya was boiling on the stove,…
Having your Husband’s Picture on your Clutch, Cute or Too Cute? #FashionShaweesh
In what we are certain was a moment of absurd cuteness, Poussy Shalabi chose to carry a clutch bearing the picture of her husband, legendary actor Mahmoud Abdel Aziz. Not only that,…
5 Badass Egyptian Women with a Great Sense of Style
One of the most common misconceptions about feminists, or women who work in human rights and development in general, is that they aren’t fashion forward. Our media and entertainment perpetuates this stereotype…
Zooba’s Award-Winning Falafel! Zooba Wins London Falafel Festival
Every time you eat falafel at Zooba, you’re eating International award-winning falafel! On May 1st, Labor Day, Borough Market was filled to the brim with deliciousness as four falafel masters competed in…
Fashion Shaweesh! Shahira and Suhair, Fashion Forward Much?
We absolutely love Shahira and Suhair Ramzy. However, we can’t overlook the fact that sometimes – well, many times, come to think of it – they go a tad overboard. The two…
Claire Dane’s ‘Glow in the Dark’ Gown caught Global Fashion Attention!
Featured Image Credits: itsmatin We knew things were going to get interesting when the 2016 MET Gala was set to mix technology and fashion. The Gala’s theme, Manus x Machina: Fashion in an…
Having your First Baby before 25, Worth it or Living Hell?
The decision to have a baby is a very big one, let alone making this decision before turning 25! We talk to real women who turned into moms before hitting 25…
Guess who is in Luxor! Elizabeth Hurley!
Bedazzling Liz has just posted on Instagram that she is in Luxor for a visit. It’s not yet confirmed whether this fabulous temptress is on a work related trip or just visiting…
Youngest Women’s Squash World Champion! Nour El Sherbini Making Egypt Proud
Photo Credits: psaworldtour.com Nour El Sherbini just made us all very proud by becoming the youngest Squash World Champion! During the Naza PSA Women’s World Championship in Malaysia, Nour managed to win against the…
5 Quirky Books for the Easily Bored!
Our fast-paced lifestyles have resulted in us developing extremely short attention spans. We are easily distracted, easily bored, and must stay entertained if we are to follow something through from start…
“I stopped the car and found myself grabbing him and beating the living hell out of him”
I was driving in the 5th Settlement when, as usual, a disgusting human being on a dirty motorcycle started harassing me with the most derogatory words. I ignored him and pretended not…
Say ‘Yes’ to the Khayata & the Dress will Follow! 8 Tailors you Should Visit
A few decades ago, a trip to the tailor (khayata) wasn’t for a special occasion or anything out of the ordinary. Later on, with the spread of ready-to-wear clothes, these trips became…
Introducing Real Egyptians with Real Pet Obsessions!
Featured Image by Ehab Zakaria No one can deny the positive impact one gets from having a pet. The unconditional love given to you by your pet turns them into another family…
Your Guide to Spending Easter in Cairo; Away from the Crowds!
You don’t need to have made any big travel plans to enjoy your Easter break! If you find yourself spending it in Cairo, here are a few fun things to do!…
9 Reasons we Loved The Healthy Market at Mountain View!
Mountain View held The Healthy Market event on March 26th, and it made our entire month! The event was as great as you would expect from Mountain View. Here are 9…
Last Minute Luxor! 8 things to do in Luxor before Summer Kicks in!
You don’t need to go that far to get a nice vacation; just down the Nile from Cairo is beautiful Luxor! A city that will fulfill anyone’s vacation needs; let…
Estonia’s UN Delegate Showed us Real Fatherhood when he brought his Son to UN General Assembly Meeting
Estonia’s UN Delegate just showed the world what it really means to be a father. The Delegate brought his son on a United Nations General Assembly meeting. In a world where most…
The Good Life! 7 Women who Left Cairo to Live by the Beach… Forever
Cairo’s bright lights, noise and hubbub can be a double edged sword. On one hand, you are always in the middle of where all the action is taking place, and everything is…
Tried and Tested! 4 Delicious and Clean Syrian Food Street Vendors you Must Try
Desperate times call for desperate measures. Many Syrian refugees have unfortunately learned that the hard way. Regardless of their level of education, or the careers they may have had back at home,…
Disney Brens! If Disney Princes were Misogynist Egyptian Men
Before you all get angry, relax, we’re not saying all Egyptian men are misogynists. We’re Egyptians ourselves and if all men were like that, we would have been in a great deal…
Donald Trump Confuses 9/11 with 7/11 and it’s Spectacularly Awkward
Donald Trump, while a scary man once you realize he could actually be in power, is still extremely unintentionally hilarious. The man’s unapologetic chauvinism, racism and elitism are so outrageous, they’re actually…
Cemetery of Splendour
The D-Caf Festival has been great to us! We’ve seen yet another great film at Zawya Cinema, Cemetery of Splendour. We walked into this film not knowing exactly what to expect. The…
A Popular Makeup Artist Has Just Shaved Her Face! Yay or Nay?!
When it comes to shaving faces, the general consensus is that women don’t usually do it. Huda Kattan, known online as @Hudabeauty, begs to differ. Beauty expert Huda is known for taking…
Hamid El Sha’ery’s PJ’s bring all the Fans to Rehab
Featured Image by Sherif Shaker As if we needed more reasons to love Hamid El Sha’ery! He now not only represents the legendary musician he is (and a relic of our 90s…
5 Photographers and a Hairstylist with 100K Instagram Followers aren’t a Guarantee for a Fairytale Wedding!
As cliche as it sounds, every girl has been dreaming of her wedding day since she was little. Sure, the perfect most talked about fairytale wedding. Well, it’s never about the amount…
10 Amusing Books for People who Hate Reading
“It was books that made me feel that perhaps I was not completely alone. They could be honest with me, and I with them.” – Cassandra Clare, Clockwork Prince. Books are…
Omar Samra finds out %20 of Project PoSSUM’s Astronaut Candidates are Egyptian!
We were all extremely excited when we found out that Omar Samra was part of the Project PoSSUM’s candidates and can be the first Egyptian in space. Our excitement was just multiplied…
It’s Time to LIV! Only in Dubai, You can Now Live Under the Sea!
Waking up in a bedroom under the sea with fish swimming around might seem fictional until they mention that this place is submerged on Dubai’s World Islands, then you might start wondering!…
If F.R.I.E.N.D.S Lived in Egypt!
We all know and love Friends, but naturally we all wonder what would happen if they were in Egypt? From friendship to family, career and even relationships! So no one told you…
Punch Like A Girl! Take your BFF to F3 Fight & Fitness Factory
Working out can turn into a chore sometimes. We just learned that it doesn’t need to! We spent last Saturday having a great time, getting fit and getting strong all at once…
Telltale Signs your Child has been Sexually Abused and How to Deal with it
Featured Image: Shutterstok/audioscience Child abuse is never something people find easy to talk about. Perhaps this is one of the many reasons why it is such a huge problem in our…
Disorder!
Last night, as part of the D-Caf Festival, we watched the French film Disorder at Zawya, directed and co-written by Alice Winocour. The film stars Matthias Schoenaerts and Diane Kruger (whom most…
Facebook Crimes Committed by your Parents
As we grow older, we realize the importance of our parents and appreciate them more. This doesn’t cancel out the fact that they still embarrass us. As people grow older, they become…
“Between 80,000 and 100,000 people in Egypt get burned per year” Heba Sewedy, Founder of Ahl Masr
Featured Image by Heba Begawi Ahl Masr is a foundation that didn’t want Egypt to lose more to fire than it already did. Many Egyptians are in dire need for help when…
Did you Ever Wonder about the Stories behind the Mosques on our Bank Notes?
Last year on my birthday I wanted to do something different, and being a heritage lover I convinced my closest friends to go on an early morning expedition to visit all the…
My Kids should go to the Club near where they Live! It doesn’t have to be the Fanciest of all
I live in Heliopolis, I work in Heliopolis, my family and in-laws live in Heliopolis. The community, however, dictates that I have to go to the club in Zamalek. Can you see…
Potty Training Tried and Tested: From Real Mums to You!
Potty training is a hard time for everyone! It is a time when poop, quite literally sometimes, hits the fan. Here are a few trips to make the process a little more…
Yara Goubran “I think every woman has been in this situation, torn between revenge and justice”
Yara Goubran, the stunningly unique actress known for her roles in independent films. The avant-garde performer has played a diverse collection of roles all of which we love! Her big smile and…
“Basma suffered from schizophrenia, fell pregnant in Upper Egypt, and was abandoned by the boy who repeatedly raped her once she was with child”
Featured Image: Shutterstock/ZouZou “She works at a sugar factory 28 days a month and she comes to the shelter to stay over two days a month. On her way here, she…
Print Pattern Brand Logos are No Longer “Cool”!
It seems like designer stores are in trouble because people don’t like their logo infested products anymore. People go for the more subtle products, showing that it’s really the quality that…
The Despicable Act of “Shooting them like Dogs”! Egypt’s Dog Murders Continue
Recently, us Egyptians have been priding ourselves in our new-found ability to adopt new, merciful ideals, even if they are different from those we’ve learned to accept as we grew up. One of…
Makeup of Me, Myself, and Eye!
Eyes are windows to the soul, they say. And you want to take good care of your windows! Here are makeup tips to help you bring out your eyes’ natural beauty. …
Your Ticket to Stress Relief in this Hectic World, Autogenic Training
First of all, let us explain what Autogenic training actually means. Autogenic training is a technique used to reduce stress through mental exercises, resulting in physical relaxation. This technique can be used…
Exclusive: Survivor of the Hijacking Incident Speaks up
The Egypt Air aircraft that was hijacked last Tuesday is still all the rage. Everyone is talking about the incident, the passengers who suddenly realized that instead of Cairo, they are going…
Should You Share Your Salary with Your Husband or ‘The Man’ has to Pay for Everything?
Being a follower of multiple relationships groups and an avid subscriber to eavesdropping, I have come to understand that there is an ongoing controversy concerning financial commitments’ queues between married couples.…
No More Relying on your Doorman to Find a Plumber, Fil Khedma will Fix your Dripping sink in No Time!
Let’s start by painting a picture of something that has happened to all of us before. We all came to a point where we needed to get things fixed at home,…
Real Fur no more! Armani Says Yes!
We can finally say that the world is beginning to get a sense of right and wrong when it comes to animal rights. Starting with sea world’s announcement that they will…
12 Glorious Moments that Only a Working Woman will Understand!
As we get older and busier, we realize that our goals in life become very simple and that we were taking things for granted in our past! Things like… Shower,…
A Story of Incest “I can’t wear a Night Gown at Home…”
It started when I was in second grade. He was eight years older than I was, but I never truly understood what was happening between us until years later. My father…
All New Hyundai thanks to GB Ghabbour!
During the most anticipated annual event for car lovers in Egypt, the 23rd Automech Formula, GB Ghabbour Automotive, the official agent of Hyundai, made a very powerful participation. The Automech Formula 2016…
Mariam Naoum “Women should want to start a career first then look for the right guy to share her life with and not the contrary”
Mariam Naoum, a young mother and talented scriptwriter, pulled off some very successful projects such as in quite a short time span. She knows how to create characters and develop them, whether…
Kamla Abu Zekry “I lived the difficulties Zat faced”
Kamla Abu Zekry has established herself as an award-winning director with many great success stories in her repertoire. She is behind films like “Malek wa Ketaba”, “An El Eshq wal Hawa” and…
3 Minute Interview from Twitterland with @KareemGouda
Featured Image by Ahmed Fahmy What do you think of Donald Trump in one word? Asshat. In a fight who would win, Iron man or The Joker? Batman, always Batman.…
A Modern Mommy’s Entourage; The Mommy Club!
A support system, constant companion through thick and thin and lots of fun; it’s The Mommy Club! The Mommy Club is a hub for mommies to vent, ask for advice, give…
Green cleaning: 7 Tips to Clean with Natural Ingredients!
Most of us never thought about it, but some of the most popular kitchen ingredients can turn into natural and very effective cleaning products. Here are 7 ingredients that will help you…
Three Must have Books for this Weekend!
The weekend is coming up! For all the book worms out there, here are 3 books that will be your perfect beach companion! @artsyrahmeh recommended these books, and we can’t wait to get…
Three Books that will Save your Life on any Flight!
With a long week ahead of us, a good book is a great way to get your mind off of things! @Salmaagroudy recommended these books, and we can’t wait to get our…
“How Many Times have I been Asked by Relatives, Friends, Random Cab Drivers why I’m 30 and not Married? The Pressure is on for Wedding Bells and Babies”
I’m holding on to the last thread of my 20s. In less than six months, I would have orbited the sun thirty times. Ah, the big 3-0. My Facebook newsfeed has been flooded…
People We Love; Jared Letto
Diversity is Key! Jared Leto is one of the most diverse actors of his generation. From his heartthrob role in My So Called Life to his secondary, yet vital, role in…
E7ky Ya Shahrazad: Helping Women in Prison through Fashion!
Fashion designer Heba Fares, known for her brand Naomi Hanem, collaborated with NGO Masr El Kheer to start an initiative that brings together fashion, charity and most importantly, a story to…
Get The Look! Amina Khalil’s Cinematic Looks
Amina Khalil is a classic case of “the girl next door” with her effortless beauty and natural looks. One of the best things about her looks is that they’re very versatile. Here’s…
The Unforgettable Four Seasons Spa Experience
Four Seasons Nile Plaza introduced a brilliant idea, they send you a limousine to your doors to pick you up to their fantastic spa and drop you back off! You don’t…
Breakfast for Champions! Hefty American Breakfast at Roy’s Kitchen
There is nothing more rewarding than treating yourself to a nice breakfast and good, well really good coffee on a Friday morning. We went to try out Roy’s Kitchen specialty…