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Artistically Fizzy! See how creatives played with Mirinda’s cans on paper!
Last month, we’ve seen two anonymous super heroes conquering social media with their fun and…
A Woman in Science! Nashwa El Bendary
This year, Egyptian scientist Dr. Nashwa El- Bendary won the regional L’Oreal – UNESCO Fellowship…
Creatives who wrote their first film before 30!
Allow us to take a moment to give attention to the bright, talented men in…
Inked Egypt! The Cairo Tattoo Convention Experience
Photography by Nourhan Refaat The Cairo Tattoo Convention by Nowhereland Tattoo, which hosted tattoo artists…
Single Moms in Egypt… It’s Too Damn Hard!
Being a single mom is one of the hardest jobs, trying to be the good…
Keeping it Local! Egyptian Actresses who support Local Brands
We have been keeping an eye on the changing style of local stars and have…
Egypt’s Squash Pride and Joy, Raneem El Welily
The squash racket has been her best friend since the tender age of six years…
A Prophet and a Gentleman! 6 Incredible Love Lessons by Prophet Muhammed
Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) is known as a role model and a guide for many people.…
Everyone is talking about Berry Man and Peach Man! Can you guess who they really are?
The past couple of weeks witnessed a social media flood of “Berry Man” and “Peach…
10 Ways To Deal With Your Husband’s Football Obsession
Men are into football by nature, or at least most of them are. Whether you…
Power Women of an Islamic Golden Age
Islam is one of the biggest supporters of gender equality and women empowerment.History proves that…
A Terrifyingly Egyptian Halloween with Abu Regl Masloukha, El Naddaha and Ummena El Ghoula!
We have our myths, legends and fables in Egypt, we just don’t know how to…
Gucci: Kangaroo Killers or Fashion Hunters?
There’s a thin line between high-end fashion and plain animal cruelty. Gucci launched a new…
Politically Correct! Canada’s New Prime Minister has us Green with Envy
Justin Trudeau is one of the youngest prime ministers of Canada, he won the elections…
The fitness wave in Egypt, a trend that will pass or Egyptians finally became ready to move it? El Fit athletes have the answer!
Powered by Bake Family, El Fit challenge has been talk of the town lately! Julia…
Published before 30!
It’s time we shed some light on Egyptian writers who were able to publish their…
From Baking Powder to Wax Strips! 8 things every busy girl should have in her bag.
Some of use girls are just so busy, we don’t have much time to take…
On Mixing High-end with High Street: What Berna’s Got Up Her Sleeve!
As the Egyptian sense of fashion re-establishes itself, Egyptian Fashion bloggers begin to adapt to…
Nermine Amer: Artistic Confessions of A Fashion Outcast.
Balancing three jobs isn’t easy, but when you’re as passionate as young Nermine Amer, nothing…
In-flight Shisha and Belly Dancers: What Would You Allow If You Owned Your Own Business?
We all have our daydreaming moments right after the boss has managed to piss us…
Seven Must-try Dishes on Casper and Gambini’s New Menu!
One of our most loved restaurants, Casper and Gambini has just had a menu-makeover and…
Shut up and Finish your Dinner
My grandmother used to sit on the floor of the balcony, towel on her lap,…
Mohanad H “I don’t think I would date any of my characters.”
It seems that almost every day a video of Mohanad depicting a typical, albeit hilarious,…
Ahmed Hatem: “Three religions used to live together in this same country, where now families aren’t tolerant of each other”
A great Actor, a good friend and a one-of-a-kind personality make young star Ahmed Hatem…
Lost in translation: Six ways to spot an Alexandrian!
Disclaimer: this article is actually written by an Alexandrian with a sense of humor. Please…
Maryse Helal “I’m 77 now; I wouldn’t change anything”
Whether you are a Downtown regular, or an occasional visitor, you must have heard of…
Out and About with your Canine Friend
Dog-Friendly Hangout Spot Directory Life with a dog can be amazing. You teach them…
Cairo Animal Rescue Team “a Sheikh on TV actually said it’s okay to poison cats”
The Cairo Animal Rescue Team (CART) is a godsend to animals in Egypt. The group…
Lorna of Cairo: “I like the elegance and the pride that you see in a good dancer”
Belly dance might seem like a regular thing in Egypt, but it has more to…
Ahmed Hatem: “Three religions used to live together in this same country, where now families aren’t tolerant of each other”
Know Thy Nursery Directory Sarah’s Kindergarten (Treasure Island) is a nursery in Maadi which…
Farahzada Elshihy: “Colors can make people happy!”
Art has taken many different forms in the past, and is now taking a whole…
Disco Misr – They’re Bringing Disco Back
Imagine a fusion of your favorite Arabic classics and a Daft Punk-esque set of disco…
Brutally Honest Advertising Talk with Tameem Youness
Tameem’s work in advertisement speaks for itself. He has become one of Egypt’s most successful…
Mahmoud Azouz “I asked for volunteers. When no one said they will join, I went alone”
A new movement has taken to the Alexandrian streets, with the hope of a cleaner,…
Drive, Bite, Sip, Brake! Ultimate Road Trip Foods
Migration season is upon us and everyone is in a hurry to hop into their…
9 Thoughts we Have at the End of Ramadan
We love Ramadan. We really do. And we look forward to it each year. It…
Ain Bicycles: The Cycle of Life!
Since Cairo’s traffic is deadly, Ain Bicycles have taken it upon themselves to spread this…
Singing Sufi Tunes and Blasting Rock Beats: Abdelrahman Roshdy.
After a performance at Sound Clash, that left the audience with their jaws scraping the…
Allaga: Proving Egyptian Fashion never dies!
After learning about the existence of the reputable Fashion Design Institute right here in Egypt,…
It’s a Spring Thing
Photography by Remon El Markiz Model: Lina Aloumary Makeup by Diana Richy Hair by…
Marbouha Foul Cart: From Accounting to Foul
In a country where accomplishing your dreams is getting harder by the day, Foul Marbouha…
A PR girl knows best! The how-to of Public Relations.
Keep up with the Current Events Be the first to know any breaking news in…
Periods and Ramadan: How to Sneak in Food At The Office!
Ramadan was hard to endure back when we were in college and on summer vacations.…
Ramadan’s Out and About: Your guide to Entertainment during the holy month.
It’s the time of year when pretty much all your outings consist of tent-hopping, experimenting…
Think positive! Energy healing techniques that are sworn-by.
By Nayera El-Zeki As life becomes more and more like quicksand to our souls, people…
Down With Love – The Trials of the Differently Abled in Egypt
She is confident, talented and chic! Rahma Khaled makes her family extremely proud. We were…
A Day Charged with Inspiration – TEDx Cairo Women 2015
Last weekend, the AUC Greek Campus stage welcomed some of the most inspiring Egyptian women.…
Daring to Dress
Sexual harassment is a prevalent issue in Egypt, we already know that much. The blame…
Hala El Sharouny Goes Solo
Hala El Sharouny’s solo exhibition, which will take place tomorrow at 7PM, is what we’ve…
Edith Piaf in Damietta
Despite all political, social and economic catastrophes, Egypt still retains its ability to exhilarate us…
Relocating our Living Rooms at The Upper Deck!
Located at the fabulous Four Seasons Nile Plaza, The Upper Deck is an amazing dining…
The Devil Eats Kebda – Street Food for Fabulous People (Maadi Edition)
When you think “Maadi” the first thing that comes to mind isn’t great…
Egypt: No Country for Little Princesses
We’ve previously mentioned what it would have been like if Egyptian actresses played Disney…
Converse takes things Back to Basics!
On an incredibly hot and humid morning, several of Cairo’s dance freaks, party goers, movers…
Head-to-Toe Pampering at The Four Seasons First Residence Spa
We have a stressful job, but it does come with perks, like getting pampered at…
Bored and Clueless? Go Padel!
Cairo kills! It’s a fact that everyone knows. It’s amazing how young entrepreneurs today are…
Fun in the Underground: 5 Unconventional, Artsy Things to do in Cairo
We always complain that there isn’t anything new to do. Whenever we go out, we…
Zap Tharwat’s misunderstood “Habebty”
By Nayera El-Zeki Social media has become an indispensable platform for exposure, marketing, influencing opinions…
Look and Feel by Temraza X ABn’G
In order to experience a Temraza dress to the fullest, Farida Temraz, The face behind…
10 Places you Can Go to Alone Without Looking Pathetic
You know how sometimes you just need some alone time, and you do not want…
ABC’s of Relocating: Helping your Children to Adapt
My life was almost perfect. Everything was in place. My son got accepted in a…
Amir Allam Doesn’t Share Food. Only Menus!
Amir Allam is the young entrepreneur behind the website that caused a revolution in…
Arts Mart finally Gets its Home!
Arts Mart, the first and our personal favorite, online art gallery launched its first physical…
69’s New Collection Rocks Cairo
Last night on the 17th of December, 69 showcased its new collection. The little celebration…
Offended by Celebrities’ Social Media? Then Stop Following Them!
There’s no denying that we live in a hypocritical society. Thanks to social media, we…
Aqua e Luce – European Indulgence in Cairo!
Heliopolis residents have finally found a spectacular chic and unique place to wine and dine.…
Le Meridien brings you Mezzeh and Indochine
In a Frida Khalo themed event, Le Meridien Cairo Airport held the opening party of…
Salwa Khattab “Every phase of my life is different and unique”
Beautiful, talented and legendary define Salwa Khattab. She has been a league of her own…
Egypt’s First Tattoo Expo
Egypt finally gets its tattoo treatment! This weekend, Egypt’s very first tattoo expo took place…
Darb1718 Turns 6!
One of our favorite art and culture centers turned 6 last night. Darb1718 celebrated its…
Hend Sabry – Knight in Shining Armor
Hend Sabry never ceases to be an inspiration. She will be granted the honorary title…
Street Girls – The Hymen and the Stamp of Shame
The shelter today had a different vibe. The more I go, the more natural things…
Egypt: The Love/Hate Relationship
“Cairo’s in-your-face-24-hours-a-day attributes swallow you whole!” Egypt is a country where to we…
10 Eternal Hazards of Egyptians
We are funny, helpful, family loving and sometimes creative, but there are some eternal hazards…
Egyptian Anime Convention? Yes, Please!
It was recently announced that the second Egyptian anime convention will take place on February…
Why 50 Shades will be a Huge Hit in Egypt
After watching 50 Shades of Grey’s trailer, we deduced that this film will be a…
7 Easy Ways to Detect a Female Driver
Making fun of women’s driving has been overdone for decades. You will find that even…
Women’s Film Festival Trailer is Seriously Confusing
The Cairo International Women’s Film Festival’s second trailer is out. And we couldn’t be less…
Pole Fit Egypt – Working Out was Never this much Fun!
We’ve been hearing about the pole fit craze for a while. It’s not like we’ve…
Decor
Last night was the screening of Ahmad Abdalla’s latest film, Decor, at the Cairo International…
Beautifying Cairo One Dish at a Time
Egypt is a beautiful country, but we would be lying if we said its skyline…
Paving the Way for Egyptian Cartoonists
Sherif Adel launched his brand new comic book, Pass By Tomorrow, on Friday November 7th.…
8 Ways to Pamper your Granny in Egypt!
It doesn’t have to be Mother’s Day to pamper your granny and it’s not always…
Artistri – Fabulous Fusions
Dina Samaha is an upcoming Egyptian artist with a unique edge. She is an architect…
Louboutin’s Passion for Egypt
The French footwear tycoon may be on top of the fashion world right now, but…
Color Splash on Egyptian Roofs!
Jason Stoneking started this initiative with the intention to beautify Cairo’s skyline. And it’s such…
Burger Fuel – Because Size Does Matter!
This New Zealand burger chain is one of our new favorite burger places. Burger Fuel’s…
13 Reasons why we Love CJC
After 13 incredible years, CJC proves to be the eternal entertainment hub in town! Here…
The Walkers Take Over Cairo
Rick Grimes woke up in Kasr El Einy hospital. He wasn’t surprised that he was…
You aren’t Stuck in Traffic
Whining about traffic is what we do most these days. They invented apps and made…
Fish In A Small Pond
Through the past few years we’ve been either reading about politics, fighting with friends about…
The Hidden Treasures of Heliopolis
Between Chaos and Charm Cairo is a difficult city to live in. It’s harsh and…
Reverse Underdog Stories
80s Curse Just like the inspiring, tear-jerking stories of people overcoming difficulties, there is…
Food Ordering Hazards
We know that life isn’t perfect. We’ve made our peace with that. And there are…
Street Girls and the Female Stuff: On Toilets, Periods and Sanitary Towels
I always try to hold my pee until I go home. Not just in Cairo,…
“I love being a woman but also I like sometimes to think like a man”
Dalia Amer is Radisson Blu Alexandria General Manager. She is a young, successful mother who…
Fashion Garage
When fashion, design and charity blend! Fashion Garage is a promising fashion hub where…
Mathematics, numbers and Women with Steve Haley
“Society pushes men to be more methodical and pushes women to be more creative” …
Chronic Dissatisfaction
Fear is the most toxic element on Earth. It boils silently into your blood creating…
Wheelers: Beyond Borders from Egypt to Jordan!
Cycling is one of the best things to do. It’s fun, it’s a great exercise…
Quiz: Are you a Shy Kitten or a Wild Tigress in Bed?
Let’s start with the basics: Lights on or off? A) Off, of course! B) On.…
6 Hilarious Things Egyptians Moms are known for
We love our very own Egyptian moms and we wouldn’t trade them for the world.…
Hanan’s Muses
With striking bold colors, broad lines and impeccable female portraits employed in each painting of…
Floor 10… because Simplicity Always Wins
Are you a minimalist with a taste for quality? If so, Kempinski Nile Hotel’s Floor…
For a Better World
Sheraton Miramar, under the principle of “Together for a better world for all”, participated with…
Factory Girl is on a Winning Streak!
Factory Girl won both the International Federation of Film Critics Award for Arab Feature Films…
We can’t Keep up with Villa 69’s Successes!
With the Special Jury Prize under its belt, Ayten Amin’s Villa 69 participated in the…
To Turban or not to Turban?
Turban, obviously! Style-treasure.com offers those gorgeous turbans, adding a new edge to the classic trend.…
The 3 Minute Interview from Twitterland – @KareemIcy
What do you hate the most about social media? I remember a quote saying, “The…
People we Love – Asser Yassin
Through the vast array of actors in Egypt, Asser Yassin stands out not only for…
Embrace the Hypocrite Within
It is often said that knowing the problem is half the solution, and that establishing…
Lilian’s Persona
Last December witnessed Lilian Wagdy’s very first photography gallery. The gallery, set up in Alqa’a…
The One Where Joey and Chandler Live in Egypt
Maybe it was a black hole of some sort, a teleporting phenomenon or even witchcraft,…
Yoga… Against All Odds of Physical Disabilities
A person who is very old, or sick, or excessively obese, or stiff, or who…
Special Olympics Champion! Lobna Moustafa: The Gold Fish
Lobna Moustafa, 20, is a real heroine who believed in life when everyone else doubted…
The Right to Live
Visiting the Right to Live association for Special Needs makes you instantly feel that the…
I’m Nine Years Old and My Stepfather Raped Me!
“A faraway place… where there are no people, only the sea and trees. Where people…
To Bubble or Not to Bubble? That’s the Question!
Lifestyle is quite a mean word especially when you read it as a headline in…
Rags and Tatters
With ‘Rags and Tatters’ Ahmed Abdallah has created one of the most important films around…
2 Zobbat
‘2 Zobbat’ is the worthy follower of Essam Youssef’s bestseller ‘1/4 Grams’. Hardly on the…
In Search for Inner Peace
WWW journey with Shanti Yoga In the Indian language, the word Shanti means peace. This…
Are you an Idiot?
Once upon a time there was a girl who did everything her parents, friends, neighbors,…
How to Survive A Week in Cairo with Only 100LE!
It seems completely impossible to be able to last on just a hundred pounds a…
How Your Workplace Goals are Your Own
Trying to continuously beat your competition at work is truly exhausting even for the top…
Street Children, Disability and Prostitution for Survival
It was my third visit to the shelter. There was a happy atmosphere today which…
The Detox File
Recycling our mind, body and soul… With bad media, junk food, pollution, traffic and…
Editor’s Note – November/December 2013
I am not a believer in New Year’s resolutions. Period. But for the first time…
Nelly Karim “People were missing the Egypt they love… that was the real nostalgia”
Throughout the past couple of years Nelly Karim has managed to become one of the…
Oh the Confusion: When Fear and Lies Conquer
This is a piece about the rarity of logic these days. In fact, logic has…
Architectural Cairo: Between Nostalgia and Rebirth
Cairo is a city rich with architecture. It has witnessed countless changes throughout history and…
My Mama Carries a Gucci… My Nanny Carries Me!
I’m a child of a family of six children. Living in Germany, my mother, who…
Traveling to the 40’s with Dr. Alaa El Aswany
Storytelling a 1940’s Egypt; Nady El Sayarat the latest novel by Dr. Alaa El Aswany…
Let’s Talk About Sex
Bored and frustrated with the mundane topic of politics, we decided to change to a…
“she held her for him in the bath and watched the drugged father pour boiling water from the kettle over the little tender skin until it burnt”
She was only 5 years old at the time and her little legs weren’t long…
Editor’s Note – September/October 2013
We sat on this issue right before the violence and constant unrest swept the country.…
Cairo Mood
Cairenes are known for several things, most of which relate to their humorous nature, improvisational…
On the road to Downtown
Directed by Sherif El Bendary, the documentary about Cairo’s downtown is a league of it’s…
The Event that Changed Everything…
Nobody knows the exact date when the event started. The chaos that took place once…
“We tell them their parents died in the earthquake…” God’s Forgotten Children
Featured Image: Shutterstock/Olesia Bilkei The number of street children in Egypt is rapidly rising, and…
Hassan El Radad “I’m an actor; expect anything from me”
With his free spirited script choices, Hassan El Radad emerged in full force as a…
Asmaa – A story of Courage, Faith and Dignity
Asmaa is the story of a middle-aged Egyptian woman who lives with her father and…
Cairo Exit: What does it take you to reach it?
Taboo kicked off its wedges highlighting the characters and social aspects of Cairo where the…
Rage, Anger and Terror Post-Revolution: Homeopathy, a Solution?
There are many ways to get rid of Post-Revolution symptoms that include fatigue, rage, fear,…
