As the nights are drawing in and the weather is getting colder, there’s nothing more comforting than a hearty dish of pasta bechamel. The tasty meal is a favorite with Egyptian families and is perfect for family get-togethers as a little goes a long way.

A very popular, hearty dinner dish, especially in the colder months, is shorbaat aads. This delicate red/orange lentil soup is served ideally with a little lime. Do you want to know how the Egyptians prepare and cook this delicious soup at home?

Kunafa is known as queen of Arabic dessert. Its most royal and supreme sweet delicacy. When in Egypt, it's worth sampling this sweet delight.

Mezze (hot and cold snacks) are the perfect start to any meal, and it’s usually acceptable for diners to order an entire meal from the mezze list and forego the mains.