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Eat like a pharaoh with the famous molokhia soup!

Are you visiting Egypt and looking for something delicious to eat?

Fancy a Henna tattoo? Why not try one in Egypt!

If you like the idea of a temporary henna tattoo why not get an authentic on from a local artist at a Nubian village in Aswan. The tattoos are made on your hands, arms or ankle. Artists use different patterns that were used from Pharaohs, through Arabic to modern day Nubian styles.

Grilled Kofta, A succulent skewer of delicious meat The most famous Pharaoh in the modern world

Tutenkhamun is the most famous and instantly recognisable Pharaoh in the modern world. His golden sarcophagus is a symbol which is almost synonymous with Egypt.

Anyone for Egyptian coffee?

A kanaka pot is used to brew coffee in Egypt. Want to know what Egyptians do to give their coffee a unique flavor?

Agriculture in ancient Egypt

Most of the Egyptian land was a hot dry desert in Ancient times...

Foul medames - an Egyptian food you will find on every street corner

On a visit to Egypt, you must try the street food at least once. 

Arabic numerals? - Used around the world & invented in the 5th Century

Arabic numerals are a bit different than what you find in the West. Here's what you need to know.

Hawawshi – Egyptian fast food. A bread pocket stuffed with delicious spicy meat

Hawawshi is a very popular street food, sold as a takeaway and served in paper. It is also commonly made in Egyptian homes and served in restaurants.

Bamya – a tasty okra stew, with or without meat

Everyone loves a hearty stew, especially on a cold winters evening....

 

Shisha - a perfect way to relax with friends at a coffee shop

Also known as ‘hookah’ or ‘hubbly bubbly’, ‘shisha’ are the ornate, Arabian water pipes through which Egyptians while away the hours toking contentedly on fruit scented tobacco.

One way to make Egyptians smile

One of the effective ways to make Egyptians smile and gain their sympathy is to speak a little Arabic.

These simple Arabic phrases go a long way in helping you navigate Egypt.