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Articles of the author Clarissa Pharr Cairo360 com
Cairo to Fayoum: A day trip in the desert
Sometimes it only takes a fresh perspective to remind ourselves of what a dynamic part of the world we actually live in. Cairo is a true blend of pop culture and ancient history, but it's still easy to take for granted. We all know the Pyramids (...)

22 - 01 - 2011
Manuela Thai Spa: Women-only spa in Mohandiseen
When the hustle and bustle of Cairo traffic seems too much to bear, and your body is aching with the stress of hard work, long hours of commuting and poor sleeping patterns, get thee to a spa. In the heart of Mohandiseen on Aswan Square, Manuela (...)

22 - 01 - 2011
WOW: Cosy women's workout studio in Zamalek
When it comes to exercise and workout spots in Cairo, the city has a lot to offer in different areas and for diverse budgets. WOW is a low-key yet warm and cosy workout studio in Zamalek that has relied on word of mouth from satisfied clients to (...)

07 - 01 - 2011
Zan'et El-Sitat: A guide to Alexandria's busiest market
Bustling marketplaces always add a particular flair to any city in Egypt, and Alexandria's markets are no exception. In addition to its Mediterranean spirit, soothing sea view of the Corniche and laidback atmosphere, the city of Alexandria possesses (...)

07 - 01 - 2011
Game Valley: Egypt's first video game store
Long before Virgin Megastore opened its doors to the Egyptian public, there was Game Valley; a shop that catered to every geek's and gamer's needs. Game Valley was the talk of the town when the gamer culture was still new in Egypt. The shop (...)

07 - 01 - 2011
YEAREND SCIAL: Best new restaurants in Cairo for 2010
It has been a good year for food in Egypt. With several new restaurants opening and established ones revamping menus, gastronomes and oenophiles have had a considerable list of venues to spend evenings enjoying dinner in the city. Our friends at (...)

24 - 12 - 2010
Golden Dragon: Pleasant Chinese restaurant in Zamalek
Many in Cairo have strong feelings when it comes to good Chinese cuisine, or rather its lack thereof in Cairo. We bear good news worth rejoicing. A new Chinese restaurant has opened on Mohamed Mazhar Street in Zamalek to cure your craving for (...)

17 - 12 - 2010
Marks & Spencer: Now open in Cairo
Shoppers in Egypt, rejoice. Marks & Spencer has opened its doors in Cairo, offering a selection of women's and men's wear, children's clothing and household items. Located on the ground floor of Dandy Mall just before the Cairo-Alex Desert Road (...)

17 - 12 - 2010
Orange Square: Tailored suits in Zamalek for men
Just a couple of meters away from the famous Zamalek café area of Om Kalthoum Hotel is Orange Square, a formal men's wear shop best known for their tuxedos and tailor-made suits. Underneath a hard-to-miss orange sign and a window display showing (...)

17 - 12 - 2010
Cycling in Cairo: Pedal your way to a healthier state
Cycling in Cairo can be a tough concept; it's no secret that our streets don't look biker-friendly. Nonetheless, bike riders are growing increasingly enthusiastic about the idea, which is an ideal solution for many problems in Cairo, such as traffic (...)

10 - 12 - 2010
Brazilian Coffee Shop: Delicious, fresh coffee beans in Alexandria
If you're anything like this reviewer, the experience of a freshly ground, aromatic cup of coffee is something that brings utter joy to the morning, or any time of day for that matter. Sometimes, heading all the way to Alexandria for a decent cup of (...)

10 - 12 - 2010
Voila Luxury Foods: Cairo's newest specialty foods shop
Cairo's penchant for fine dining and gourmet cuisine is no secret; the trend has been given away by the rising number of online and catering venues springing up all over the capital in recent years. For those who melt at the mention of imported (...)

10 - 12 - 2010
Rouge: Wine and sushi bar opens in Egypt
For all that Cairo's nightlife has to offer in terms of swanky clubs, jazz bars, pubs and baladi bars as well as cabarets, Egypt's wines have long been unappreciated. Sure, you can order a glass of wine at many of the city's nightspots, but the (...)

26 - 11 - 2010
Reform Pilates Studio: Vinyasa yoga with Jill Bodley
With its hectic traffic and heavy pollution, Cairo is definitely not easy on your nerves or mental health. Even if you sweat it out on a treadmill, a lot of pent-up stress can manifest itself in your tense joints, your hips and your (...)

26 - 11 - 2010
Fish Market: Fresh Seafood in Alexandria
Alexandrians love their seafood and everyone has their favorite restaurants when it comes to feasting on fresh fish. With a picturesque view of the Mediterranean Sea and a reputation for fresh fish, Fish Market is a popular choice for Alexandrians (...)

26 - 11 - 2010
Amar El-Sham: Syrian cuisine on the Nile
We first got a sneak preview of the authentic Syrian cuisine of Amar El-Sham during Ramadan, when the restaurant set up a kitchen and lounge inside the Gezira Club in Zamalek. Smitten as we were with their rich daoud basha (meat balls), delicious (...)

12 - 11 - 2010
The Cairo guide to seasonal food in Egypt
Thanks to its well-nourished soil from the Nile, Egypt enjoys a plethora of locally grown produce. The benefits of eating locally grown food are no secret: the fresher your produce; the higher the nutritional value and the better the food tastes. (...)

12 - 11 - 2010
Amelia's Kitchen: Brazilian home-style takeout in Maadi
Always on the lookout for unique culinary offerings on the Cairo dining scene, we were a bit taken aback to find what we hear is possibly Egypt's sole server of authentic Brazilian cuisine. With visions of sizzling Brazilian barbecue, feasts of (...)

12 - 11 - 2010
Crêperie Des Arts: Fine crêperie in Cairo
A long-time Maadi favorite, this cozy crêperie is a fine example of the world-class international cuisine on offer in this diverse Cairo neighborhood. While it may not look like much from the outside, Crêperie Des Arts manages to capture the essence (...)

05 - 11 - 2010
Ananda: Relaxing Nuweiba camp with cult following
Once reigning supreme as the ultimate Nuweiba destination, Basata is no longer the only camp today with a mass following. Just five minutes further down the Taba-Nuweiba Road (and around 25 minutes south of the Taba checkpoint), Ananda is a more (...)

05 - 11 - 2010
Fandira: Classy Seafood Takeout in Maadi
You just got home. You're tired after an hour of ruthless Cairo traffic, and you have friends coming over for dinner. You'd like a decent seafood meal but you don't have the energy to cook. What to do? Enter Fandira, a specialty fish takeout and (...)

22 - 10 - 2010
Egyptian clothing guide: Top local brands
Given Egypt's international fame for its high-quality cotton, it seems natural that the local fashion industry would be a flourishing one. Think again. The local obsession with imported fashion in recent years hasn't helped home-grown fashion (...)

22 - 10 - 2010
Reform Pilates: Toning Classes Now in Zamalek
When your flabby bits are starting to annoy you but you hate the concept of sweaty, crowded gyms; it's time to give your body an alternative experience and try pilates. Although it's quite new to Cairo, pilates has been steadily gaining followers in (...)

08 - 10 - 2010
Bull's Eye: British pub culture in Cairo
At 9 pm on a Wednesday evening, this forgotten Mohandiseen bar may seem like the watering hole of a ghost town. However, as the manager will tell you, “just give it an hour”; and Bull's Eye turns out to be quite the popular hang-out. This (...)

08 - 10 - 2010
Naguib Mahfouz Cafe: Quiet oasis in Khan El-Khalili
Khan El-Khalili certainly isn't the quietest area in Cairo. Between hoards of inappropriately attired tourists, packs of vendors endlessly skilled in the art of creative heckling, and the horrendous parking situation, a visit to Khan El-Khalili is a (...)

01 - 10 - 2010
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