Ramadan at Battaw in Heliopolis

This popular oriental restaurant in Heliopolis has a very special Ramadan menu up its sleeve so pop it on your list of places to enjoy iftar this month.

Special Ramadan Menu

Soup Lisan Asfour, Sambusak Cheese, Pumpkin Kobeba, Chicken Livers, Sujouk (oriental sausages), Battaw Mixed Grill, Cheese Kunefa, Warm Basbousa with Vanilla ice cream.

Dishes Sampled

We started our meal by having the Lisan Asfour Soup, served steaming hot, rich and flavorful broth with shredded chicken chunks. Following our soup we were served a basket of freshly baked, straight-from-the-oven, puffed up baladi bread. Our starters consisted of Cheese Sambusak – filo pastry triangles filled with a mix of feta and akkawi cheese – sprinkled with Nigella seeds; Pumpkin Kobeba – a delightful and creative version of the original Kebbeh, this time made with pumpkin dough filled with spinach, chickpeas and pine nuts – a much lighter, healthier and vegetarian version. It is served with a side of yogurt dip. The Sujouk – oriental sausages – were nicely presented in a bronze pan, the meat sausages were delicious and relatively mildly spicy served with the house special pink sauce dip. The Chicken Liver was taken a notch up as it was served with herbed butter that melted just right into the liver juice. It was mouthwatering and we kept dipping the bread into the sauce. The main dish made quite an impression – Battaw Mixed Grill – served on a round tray was a treat for the eyes and mouth. Layered flat bread topped with a selection of the restaurant’s top grilled dishes. We savored a veal kebab, half a grilled chicken, shish taouk, kofta and hawawshi. The dish was beautifully ornamented with charcoal grilled tomatoes and chili peppers, garnished with delicious golden crusted potato wedges and served with 3 different dips: tomeya, pink sauce and tahini. Definitely a dish to share with a group of friends. Special mention must go to the tenderness of the Veal kebab. Overall there was flavor in every bite. We finalized our Ramadan menu tasting with two most classic feast desserts: Cheese Kunefa and Warm Basbusa served with a scoop of ice cream. Needless to say, Battaw has put an incredible effort to serve a complete menu full of flavor from starters to desserts.

Other Menu Options that Appealed

We would like to come back for their oriental breakfast option of foul, eggs and taameya and the Fetteer Meshaltet (served with molasses and fresh cream).

Décor

Once you enter through Battaw’s blue doors you immediately feel the oriental atmosphere. Modern yet nostalgic, the restaurant interior is a mix of blue and white tiles drawn into geometric figures, arabesque carved wooden partitions, beautiful painted panels and a white washed brick wall with an open kitchen view. Sets of brass carved lighting fixtures add more character to the place. Ambient background music is relaxing and there is a TV screen available on one of the walls.

Clientele Mix & Price Range

Heliopolis crowd, groups of friends and families. Price range is competitive.

Contact Information

Working Hours: Daily from 9 am to 2 am

Address: 120 El Merghany Street, Heliopolis

Tel: 0100 066 0810

Facebook and Instagram: @battaweg

In the Stars: Your May Horoscopes

May waltzes in on a lively note, with some high-energy aspects keeping us all on our toes. Aries and Capricorn could be two signs to give a wide berth to for a day or two though, around the 7th. Arguments are possible. With Venus and Neptune squaring off from Gemini and Pisces in the same period, romantic complications are possible if you are not being transparent.  The 15th and 16th of May usher in a change of pace that might be remembered for days, weeks or months to come. Uranus, the independent, freedom-loving maverick of the solar system, enters Taurus, the sign that cherishes stability. Ouch! The 16th sees Mars enter the Uranus-ruled sign Aquarius, adding fuel to the fire. Read your birth sign to see how it might play out for you.

P.S. Don’t forget, your rising sign plays a big role, so check that out as well if you know it.

Happy birthday,

Taurus! 

The big news for this month is Uranus entering your birth sign. Secretly, you enjoy the predictable, so having change thrust upon you doesn’t go down very well. This will have the greatest impact on people born in the first few days of this sign, but don’t fret. New angles can be positive, it’s better than getting stuck in a rut. Key dates for you are around the 15th and 16th. You don’t lose your temper quickly as a rule, but things may push you to boiling point. Think twice before letting loose, the damage may be hard to undo.

Pisces

You may wonder what all the fuss is about; life from your point of view should be running along rather nicely. Well, at least by Pisces standards… It’s fortunate that you are in a better position than most to benefit from the major planetary moves going on. Just take care around the 15th and 16th, especially when using equipment or on the road. That Mars square Uranus energy is out there for everyone to feel. Tempers run high, the stubborn side comes out in many people, and confrontations should be avoided wherever possible.

Aries

You are quick off the mark when it comes to stating your opinions, but your motto this month should be to think twice before pressing send or mouthing off. Mid-month has some powerful aspects that will impact the general mood, but specifically may ring in a change in your finances. A friend may need bailing out, or a hobby or community project could cost more than you had budgeted for. Now that Uranus has moved from your sign you should be able to review the positive changes that you have made, willingly or unwillingly.

Cancer

There’s a whole bundle of challenging energy going on in your Solar 7th house of relationships and partnerships. That also includes people you are in direct conflict with, take note. It’s time to take stock. Is someone draining your energy or making what you feel are unfair demands upon you? Is a relationship all give and no receive? If you avoid the issue it will wear you down, so why not resolve it. Keep a cool head and calm heart, you may come out with something stronger and better.

Virgo

Still battling those never-ending bills? Yep, it seems likely. The best course of action would be to stay on course and avoid rocking the boat. There are undercurrents of change and confusion around you, but use that famed clear-headedness to see the wood from the trees. Mars in Aquarius affects work, daily routines and health. Use the energy positively to start a new fitness and health regimen, rather than fritter away energy through stress and nerves. Use the 18th and 19th to relax and socialize.

Scorpio

Can you feel something building up, but not able to quite put your finger on what’s going on? You are famed for your razor-sharp instincts and uncanny ability to ferret out secrets, but you could still get caught out when Uranus enters your opposing sign, Taurus, this month. Anyone born early in Scorpio, or with Scorpio rising could see some changes in their lives soon. That is not necessarily a bad thing. Sometimes, stagnant matters need a gentle shove, and Uranus can do just that. Lay low on the 15th and 16th if possible.

Gemini 

There is a strong focus of energy in your Solar 12th house. Translate that as an almost intangible sense of things stirring in your subconscious. It may be difficult to sort out your thoughts from your emotions, but it seems you are seeking answers to questions that are still developing. Your dreams may give valuable clues, try to record them and give them some thought. Distant locales may be beckoning you. Is it a change of scene you need, or just restless energy? It is a great month to take up a study of a new and original subject.

Leo

It looks as though you have a busy schedule planned, with social and community activities stealing time away from family life at times. The key to navigating May with aplomb is by taking care of your health. Even though you like to think of yourself as a powerhouse of energy, your body has to be nurtured. Eat well, get rest and don’t push your limits, especially if you have travel plans. You are in the social loop, your company could be sought out.

Libra

The buildup of planetary energy in Capricorn has been a factor everyone is adjusting to. For Libra, it can mean a need to address family matters, or issues related to the home. Are you happy where you live? Would a good de-clutter help, or should you look for fresh pastures? Is your domestic situation getting you down because of unresolved conflicts? It is a time to dig deep within yourself and deal with anything that you have been avoiding addressing. Stay calm around the 16th, things will improve by the 19th.

Sagittarius

If you are feeling high energy, use this month as an opportunity to initiate new work methods and try out some innovative diet and fitness ideas. Finances may still need attention; so new habits and lifestyle choices could be key in helping you to trim costs. Impatience could be an issue for you, as the month gets under way, so pace yourself and work steadily towards the results you want. Use the 26th for some quality relaxation.

Aquarius

Are you going to be able to keep your cool this month, Aquarius? You have some pressure from both Uranus and Mars mid-month, especially if your birthday falls in late January. Domestic life could be subject to a few changes, causing your usual chilled attitude to become quite snappy and irritable. Smart water-bearers will harness that extra nervous energy and use it productively by embracing the mood of change and get in with positive steps before matters take their own course.

Capricorn

May is really a mixed bag for you, Capricorn. You know how to roll with the punches, but there will be times you need to be as flexible as possible. Make a point of being proactive, especially where kids, leisure activities and creative projects are concerned. You are entering a period where inspiration can come out of the blue; your originality and willingness to embrace the new and untried will help you stand out. Finances are under pressure, so maybe you can turn your newfound skills into hard cash.

Our monthly horoscopes are brought to you by Maeri Frances, a consulting astrologer with over 30 years’ experience. Exclusive to our publications, we brings tips for each Sun sign on how to avoid the pitfalls and ride the highs of each month.

Crave’s Mohallabiah Strawberry Cake

The holy month of Ramadan offers a chance to give up bad habits and get closer to God. It’s also all about the gatherings, yummy food and never-ending nights with friends and family. Throughout Ramadan you can’t help but feel at ease and at peace. So this Ramadan, let’s all try to learn something new and enjoy the true essence of Ramadan.

Breaking Your Fast the Healthy Way

Let’s face it; we need to pay a little bit more attention to our eating habits during Ramadan and put our words into action.

This year, try breaking your fast with a salad or soup first instead of digging into the stuffed pigeon right away. Wait for 15 to 20 minutes and maybe have some rice topped with your mom’s famously delicious molokheya. Make sure you leave the dining table full but not stuffed.  Give yourself an hour or 2 before you start enjoying your Om Ali or puffy kattayef dipped in eshta. As for the last portion of the evening, and by that we mean the sohour of course, give up the taameya and omelet and try enjoying yoghurt topped with honey and your choice of fruits or a small serving of homemade foul. Finally, please don’t forget to drink a lot of water. You have 8 hours so try to drink at least 1.5 liters of water; trust us you will need it.

Mohallabiah Strawberry Cake Recipe

For the base:

2 ½ cups (250 g) digestive biscuits, crumbled

½ cup (100 g) butter, melted

For the filling:

1 tin sweetened condensed milk (need quantity)

2 cups (500 ml) water

½ cup (60 g) corn flour

1 tablespoon blossom water

500 g strawberries, trimmed, washed and halved

5 tablespoons strawberry jam

Preparation:

  • Combine crumbled biscuit and butter in a bowl, rub the ingredients to form a dough, press dough over the base of a 24cm lose bottom cake tin, and then set in the fridge for 10 minutes.
  • Place sweetened condensed milk, water and corn flour in a large saucepan; bring to boil with constant stirring until mixture thickens. Add blossom water and stir.
  • Pour hot cream mixture over the prepared cake tin. Set aside to cool into a room temperature. Arrange strawberries over the cream mixture.
  • Heat strawberry jam in a small saucepan until it boils then pour the jam using a spoon over the strawberries.

 

9 Steps to Staying Fit at Home with Ahmad Agami

9 Steps to Stay Fit at Home

Whenever you don’t have time to hit the gym and still want to work your body, fear not! We caught up with Coach Ahmad Agami, one of the most experienced personal trainers working at Gold’s Gym Maadi, to learn some quick hacks and tips on staying fit at home. 9 Steps to Stay Fit at Home

Try out this workout at home or in your garden! Repeat each move 2 or 3 times for best results.

30 JUMPING JACKS

Boost your heart rate quickly with this exercise from childhood! This move burns calories and fat for weight loss.

20 SQUATS

Build your leg muscles and glutes with squats, and also help with full body muscle building. It’s the reigning king of lower body workouts, but squats can also help you shed weight, maintain mobility and run faster. Make sure you stand with your feet slightly wider than your hips.

15 PUSH UPS

Tone your arms, abs and your lower body with the simple push-up. There are two methods for pulling off a push up, cross your ankles and keep your back straighter for a simpler push up.

12-15 BENCH DIPS

Tone your upper body, triceps and core with this move. Make sure you pick out a chair or bench that is suitable for your height!

30 SECONDS PLANK

Improve your posture and balance, condition your core, and work your glutes and hamstrings with the simple plank. Keep your back straight and butt low.

20 SECONDS MOUNTAIN CLIMBERS

Great for multiple joints and muscle groups, this exercise also targets glutes and legs. Position yourself and run in place, lifting knees towards the chest.

15 DONKEY KICKS

This exercise helps to tone, tighten and strengthen your glutes. Position yourself and kick back as high as you can, repeat for each leg.

20 BRIDGES

Doing the bridge stretches the chest, neck, spine, and hips while strengthening the back, buttocks, and hamstrings.

20 EASY CRUNCHES

An easy way to tone your abdominals and core, make sure to keep your chin lifted towards the ceiling as you curl inwards in order to prevent straining your neck and shoulders.

COOL DOWN

Stretchhhh! Repeat each move on each limb.

Ahmad Agami is certified by the American Council on Exercise (ACE), National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), and is an ISSA Certified Personal Trainer & TRX expert. 

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TV Guide: On Screens in Ramadan 2018

BEL HAGM EL A’AELY

A comedic series with two big stars, Yehia El Fakarany plays a retired man following his dreams of becoming of a chef. Big laughs guaranteed!

Starring: Yehia El Fakarany, Mervat Amin, Yousra El Lozzi

Screening on: DMC

Written by: Mohamed Ragaa

Directed by: Hala Khalil

Produced by: Square Media

MAMNOO’ EL EKTARAB OW EL TASWEER

Zeina plays a woman escaping from her hometown after a night of tragedy to start anew. Throughout the series, audiences go back in time to learn what exactly happened to lead to this decision.

Starring: Zeina, Fathy Abdelwahab, Mohamed Shahin

Screening on: MBC Masr

Written by: Mohamed El Safti

Directed by: Ziyad El Weshahi

Produced by: Screen 2000

AHO DA ELLI SAR

Set in Upper Egypt, this dramatic series follows the lives of a group of women and their daily lives full of controversy and struggles.

Starring: Rouby, Sawsan Badr, Arwa Gouda, Ahmed Dawood

Screening on: ON  E

Written by: Abdelraheem Kamal

Directed by: Hatem Ali

Produced by: BEELINK / EAGLE FILMS

BANI YOUSSEF

The plot is being tightly guarded, but with Yousra as the star, we are sure this one will be a hit you don’t want to miss!

Starring: Yousra, Shereen Reda, Mohamed Shahin

Screening on: El Hayah

Written by: Abdullah Hassan, Ameen Gamal, Ibrahim Mohsen, Khaled Abobakr

Directed by: Mohamed Ali

Produced by: El Adl Group

LAA’NET KARMA

Haifa Wahba plays a con-artist in this series directed by Khairy Beshara.

Starring: Haifa Wahby, Abeer Sabry, Shereen, Sameh el Sereety

Screening on: El Nahar

Written by: Abeer Suliman

Directed by: Khairy Beshara

Produced by: MGR

EKHTEFAA’

Nelly Karim stars as a wife searching for her missing husband.

Starring: Nelly Karim, Hisham Selim, Basma, Mohamed Mamdouh

Screening on: DMC

Written by: Ayman Medhat

Directed by: Ahmed Medhat

Produced by: El Adl Group

FOQ EL SAHAB

A prisoner escapes and becomes a heavily pursued convict seeking his revenge in this action-packed thriller.

Starring: Hany Salama, Stephanie Saleeba, Ibrahim Nasr, Mona Abdelghany, Afaf Shoab

Screening on: El Nahar

Written by: Hassan Dahshan

Directed by: Raouf AbdelAziz

Produced by: Synergy

KALABSH 2

The second installment of last year’s hit, Amir Karara returns in his role of a police officer battling all odds in this action-packed drama.

Starring: Amir Karara, Rogeena, Hala Fakher, Haitham Zaki

Screening on: ON E

Written by: Baher Dewidar

Directed by: Peter Mimy

Produced by: Synergy

ARD EL NEFAQ

A remake of a comedic classic, a working class man finds a pill that can supposedly make him a better person by increasing certain character traits. Hilarity and missteps follow.

Starring: Mohamed Henedy, Hana Sheha, Dalal AbdelAziz, Ibrahim Eissa

Screening on: El Hayah

Story by: Youssef El Sebai

Written by: Ahmed Abdullah

Directed by: Mohamed El Adl

Produced by: El Adl Group

NISR EL SAEED

Mohamed Ramadan stars as an Upper Egyptian officer battling terrorists in Sinai in this action-packed series.

Starring: Mohamed Ramadan, Dorra, Sayed Ragab, Wafaa Ammer

Screening on: DMC

Written by: Mohamed Abdel Moati

Directed by: Yasser Samy

Produced by: El Adl Group

QANOUN OMAR

Star-crossed lovers and marriage plans that are marred by an accident that changes destiny in this romantic, and most likely very dramatic, series.

Starring: Hamada Helal, Iman El Assi, Ehab Fahmy

Screening on: MBC Masr

Written by: Fedaa El Shandaweli

Directed by: Ahmed Shafiq

Produced by: Sherket El Motahedeen

ROB3 ROUMI

Two friends on a mission to excel and achieve their dreams, will they succeed? Seems to be a big theme this season.

Starring: Mostafa Khater, Hala Fakher, Bayomi Fouad

Screening on: ON E

Written by: Tamer Ibrahim, Farouk Hisham, Mostafa Omar

Directed by: Moataz El Touni

Produced by: Synergy

AMR WAKE3

An action-thriller plot follows a police offers investigating a terrorism case that proves challenging and deadly.

Starring: Karim Fahmy, Naglaa Badr, Nabil El Halafawy

Screening on: DMC

Written by: Mohamed Raafat

Directed by: Magdy El Semeli

Produced by: AROMA

SOKK 3ALA EKHWATAK

A comedic family affair in this series about siblings and their strife.

Starring: Aly Rabea, Sabry Fawaz, Salwa Khatab

Screening on: MBC Masr

Written by: Eyad Shehab, Mohamed Fathy, Mohamed Abo El Saad

Directed by: Wael Ehsan

Produced by: Sherket El Motahedeen

BARAKA

A man with very little has dreams of success and a better life, but faces challenges and obstacles in his path. Will he overcome the odds and achieve his goals?

Starring: Amr Saad, Hala Sedky, Kamal Abo Raya

Screening on: MBC Masr

Written by: Mohamed El Shawaf

Directed by: Mahmoud Kareem

Produced by: Synergy

3AWALEM KHAFEYA

Adel Imam stars in this suspenseful series following a journalist’s search for the truth in a world of corruption putting his life at risk.

Starring: Adel Imam, Fathy Abdelwahab, Heba Magdy, Boshra, Rania Farid Shawky

Screening on: CBC

Written by: Mohamed Mehrez, Ameen Gamal, Mahmoud Hemdan

Directed by: Ramy Imam

Produced by: Magnum

MANTEKA MOHARAMA

Drama, suspense, passion and danger! Khaled El Nabawy is a Don Juan who becomes involved with a woman with secrets. Will he be able to resist temptation?

Starring: Khaled El Nabawy, Mahmoud Abdel Moghny, Amal Boshosha

Screening on: El Hayah

Written by: Youssef Hassan Youssef

Directed by: Mohamed Bakeer

Produced by: Frame Makers

3AZMY W ASHGAN

Big laughs guaranteed whenever this duo is involved, and this time, Samir Ghanem is joining in the fun! A couple evades police capture in this mad caper tale.

Starring: Hassan El Raddad, Amy Smir Ghanem, Samir Ghanem

Screening on: El Nahar

Written by: Ahmed Mohey, Mohamed Mohamadi

Directed by: Islam Khairy

Produced by: Ahmed El Sobky

LAYALI OJENI

Based on a Spanish novel, this is a series set in the 1940s starring two super hot stars – and judging by the immense success of last year’s Grand Hotel, this is set to be the hit of the season.

Starring: Dhafer L’Abidine, Amina Khalil, Enjy El Mokadem, Entesar

Screening on: CBC

Written by: Samaa Abdelkhalek, Enjy El Kasam

Directed by: Hany Khalifa

Produced by: Eagle Films

DED MAG’HOOL

Ghada Abdel Razek plays a divorcee estranged from her daughter, but continues to fight for her wellbeing by hunting down the criminal who harms her in a sexual assault incident.

Starring: Ghada Abdel Razek, Hanan Metawee, Rogeena

Screening on: ON E

Written by: Ayman Salama

Directed by: Tarek Rafaat

Produced by: Synergy

EL REHLA 710

A flight takes off from Beirut to Cairo, but the passengers on this plane are not what they seem. This psychologically charged series looks like a must-see this season.

Starring: Basil Khayat, Riham Abdelghafoor, Hana Metawee, Mai Selim

Screening on: DMC

Story by: Noor Shishekly

Written by: Amr El Dali, Ahmed Wali

Directed by: Hossam Ali

Produced by: Sel Media, Max, Trailer

RAHEEM

Drama and romance, a shady businessman pursues a university professor leading to chaos.

Starring: Yasser Galal, Nour, Mohamed Riyad, Hassan Hosni

Screening on: CBC

Written by: Mohamed Ismail Ameen

Directed by: Mohamed Salama

Produced by: Fenoon Masr

EL WASEYA

A comedy series that follows a man on the mission to fulfill advice given to him by his father to turn an orphanage into a sweets factory.

Starring: Akram Hosni, Ahmed Ameen, Reem Mostafa, Eslam Ibrahim

Screening on: CBC

Written by: Ayman Watar, Mostafa Helmy

Directed by: Khaled El Halafawi

Produced by: K Media / Kareem Abo Zikry

ABO OMAR EL MASRY

This dramatic thriller follows a civil rights lawyer fleeing abroad to evade arrest and eventually falling into a web of revenge and danger. There are also romantic subplots sure to complicate matters.

Starring: Ahmed Ezz, Arwa Gouda, Amal Beshosha, Abbas Abol Hassan, Fathy Abdelwahab

Screening on: ON E

Story by: Ezz el Din Shokry

Written by: Mariam Naoum

Directed by: Ahmed Khaled Moussa

Produced by: TVISION

RASAYEL

Mai Ezz el Din plays a woman with the gift of sight, seeing horrific events before they come to life.

Starring: Mai Ezz el Din, Khaled Selim, Ahmed Saad Abdelghany

Screening on: ON E

Written by: Mohamed Soliman AbdelMalek

Directed by: Ibrahim Fakhr

Produced by: Synergy

TAYE3

Amr Youssef plays a man tangled up in trouble after being accused of antiquities smuggling in this dramatic series.

Starring: Amr Youssef, Saba Mobarak, Amr Abdelgeleel

Screening on: CBC

Written by: Mohamed Deyab, Khaled Deyab, Shereen Deyab

Directed by: Amr Salama

Produced by: Magnum

EL MO3GEZA

A drama-thriller following a terrorist fighting to cover up his plans and works to carry out his master plans.

Starring: Dina El Sherbiny, Mostafa Fahmy, Mohamed Shaheen, Omar el Saad

Written by: Mohamed Soliman AbdelMalek

Directed by: Sherif Ismail

Produced by: Synergy

AYOUB

A bank employee fights for justice after being accused of corruption and fraud. Suspense and drama unfolds.

Starring: Mostafa Shaaban, Aiten Ameer, Hassan Hosny, Mohamed Lotfy

Screening on: MBC Masr

Written by: Mohamed Said Besheer

Directed by: Ahmed Saleh

Produced by: Synergy

AFRAH IBLIS 2

The second installment of last year’s family drama follows businessman Hamam involved in a torrid love affair which threatens his livelihood and stability.

Starring: Gamal Soliman, Sabrine, Mahmoud Abdel Moghny

Screening on: MBC Masr

Written by: Magdy Saber

Directed by: Ahmed Khaled Ameen

Produced by: Oscar

KHAT SAKHEN

Solaf Fowakhergy stars as a nurse who mans a suicide hotline and gets accused of murder as a result. Drama and tensions arise.

Starring: Solaf Fowakhergy, Nedal El Shafai, Hussien Fahmy, Salah Abdullah, Sabrine

Written by: Fawzeya Hussien

Directed by: Hosny Salah

Produced by: Studio Gabry

EL MARAA EL SAWDA2

A drama thriller revolving around the fight against terrorism.

Starring: Sheri Adel, Sherif Salama, Hani Adel, Waleed Fawaz

Screening on: CBC

Written by: Mohamed Diab, Khaled Diab, Sherine Diab

Directed by: Mahmoud Kamel

Produced by: Film Clinic, Mohamed Hefzi, Moez Massoud

Our Exclusive Chat with Ahmed Ezz on Abo Omar El Masry

There will be no shortage of choice when it comes to post-iftar viewing this Ramadan, but one series that is securely on our list is Abo Omar El Masry. With a mix of topical issues, thrown together with action, drama and a star-studded cast headed by hot star Ahmed Ezz, mark it on your calendar right now. Cairo West Magazine scooped an exclusive interview during his hectic filming schedule, just to whet our appetites even more. 

CWM: Every few years you hit our screens with something exciting and it looks as though your new series Abo Omar El Masry will be no exception. What can you tell us about your role? 

AE: Abo Omar is a man who was raised as an orphan and he seeks justice, for both the weak and the oppressed, and fights to win back their rights by any legal means necessary. This leads him into trouble and we will see as events unfold in the series where he’ll end up. We’ll also see how these troubles transform a peaceful man into someone entirely different.

Did you find that you relate to the role of Abo Omar?

I don’t have much in common with him as a character besides stubbornness and an the ability to not break easily!

You are backed up by a star-studded cast, have you worked with many of these well-known names before?

I have worked with Monzer Reyahnah before on El Maslaha, and he is a good friend of mine. His role in this series is quite different, and I wish him all the success in the world. In fact, even those I didn’t work with before, I hope to work with again and hope they get the recognition they deserve.

How do you cope with the hectic schedule of filming a Ramadan series, do you have time management tips?

This is a problem we as actors struggle with, and it’s an art to master! It can be insufferable, because a TV series is filmed over a long period of time, in many locations domestic and international, and can be difficult to shoot. But we put a lot of effort into it and do our best job because Ramadan cannot be postponed, and we hope the audiences like the final product.

What genre is your favorite to act in; action, comedy, drama?

I have no preference, for me it is all about the script and the ability to play different types of characters. I’m grateful that I have been able to play many different types of characters over the course of my career – rich, poor, moral, amoral, police officers and an oppressed person. I’m always looking for a challenge, something new and more complicated. What makes me choose a role is the script in front of me.

What do you usually do to prepare for a role?

Preparing for a role entails two facets: mental and physical. This is the same throughout all of my roles.

Do you have other passions and interests besides acting?

My life doesn’t have space for anything else besides filming, all I do is film! I become so absorbed into the character I’m playing during filming, I even cut myself off from those closest to me like my siblings or friends. But I come back after I’m done.

Do you manage to uphold your fitness routine during filming?

This is something I don’t give up during filming, even if I’m on a tight schedule. I make the effort to go, even if it’s at dawn.

How do you manage to maintain space for your private life in a world addicted to social media?

I have no official page on social media; I like to keep my private life private. I prefer my fans keep up to date with me through my work, promotional appearances, and my charitable causes.

Quick-fire Round

What is the best advice you have ever received?

The best advice I have ever received was from my family and friends, but now we are living in an age where people give you advice for their own gain – it’s rare to receive proper advice nowadays.

Who understands you more than anyone?

My siblings and other very close family members.

Where did you spend your most memorable holiday?

Vacation for me means the sea, so even if it’s Ein Sohkna, I’m happy.

Casual or formal?

After work is done, casual and comfortable!

Goals for 2018?

Do work that is meaningful to people and that carries a good message.

Ramadan Home Decoration Trends

It is that time of year again! Searching for some decorative pieces to warm up your home? We went on the hunt for this year’s most festive trinkets, lanterns and fabrics in Khan El Khalili, El Khayameya and Ta7t El Rab3. Mo Salah is making an appearance even in home decor!

26 Catering Services for Ramadan Gatherings

We all know the feeling. You have a large group of family and friends heading to your home, and you don’t know where to start! Don’t feel overwhelmed, we have gathered all the top-notch catering services all over Cairo in one handy place.

Baladina Catering

Type of cuisine:

Baladina is well known for its authentic Egyptian cuisine. In Ramadan it tailors catering for iftar and sohour, from a menu with a wide variety of salads, appetizers, home-baked fetir  and main dishes. And for sohour, Baladina offers all kinds of foul, ta3meya and eggs.

Signature dishes:

Some star items from the salads and appetizers include the ta7ini, grilled sausages, spicy liver, mombar and sambousak. Popular main dishes include the various grills, oven-baked rice and a wide variety of tagines.

Tel: 0100 078 0882 (Mrs Rasha El Khodary)

Facebook: Baladina.Oriental.Restaurant

Instagram: baladinaoriental

Ma Cuisine

Ma Cuisine serves Oriental, Italian and Chinese dishes with all kinds of meat, chicken and seafood, along with a selection of pasta and baked goods. Healthy food choices are also available.

Signature items: Stuffed Vine Leaves, Mahshy Kromb, Farkha Mahsheya Makhleya, Chinese Chicken and Noodles, Spinach Pie.

Tel: 0122 950 0919 (Gihane Abdallah)

Email: gihaneabdallah@gmail.com

Facebook:  Ma-Cuisine-122942198204880

Abby's Kitchen

Type of cuisine:

Abby’s Kitchen offers a special menu for Ramadan with a wide variety of reasonably priced frozen food and Thai dishes.

Signature dishes: Thai cuisine

Facebook: @abbyskitchenbynadine

Instagram: @abbyskitchenbynadine

Chez Soi

Type of cuisine: Homemade food from different parts of the world. Egyptian, Italian, Greek, Persian, Mexican, Thai and much more.

Specialities: Chez Soi offers food lovers a variety of creative appetizers, finger food and indulgent main dishes, inviting them to enjoy an authentic culinary trip in the comfort of their home. Innovative bouchée feature alongside traditional Ramadan favorites like Chicken Sharkesseya.

 

Delivery area:  Sheikh Zayed City, Mohandessin and Zamalek

Time needed: Small orders for 2-5 people can be delivered in 2 days.

Orders for 6 to 15 people to be placed 1 week in advance.

Orders for 15-30 people to be placed 2 weeks in advance.

Orders above 30 people to be placed 3-4 weeks in advance.

Tel: 0106 760 5253 (Amina Kandil)

Matbakh Shams

Matbakh Shams proudly boasts a variety of favorite, traditional Egyptian dishes, cooked with a bit of extra love. Enjoy authentic stuffed pigeon, addictive stuffed onions and other time-honored dishes this Ramadan.

Signature items: Stuffed Pigeons, Rozz Hendawy, and Chicken Sharkasseya

Tel: 0102 707 7777
Instagram: @matbakh_shams_
Facebook: matbakh shams

Modica

Modica offers exclusive catering with three main services that consist of a finger-food catering menu, international catering menu, and delivery services.

For delivery call 0128 876 7313.

For catering events and parties call 0127 220 2260.

Instagram: #ModicaCatering

Facebook: Modica Catering

Fiesta Delights Catering

Type of cuisine: Fiesta Delights Catering has a selection of tasty, fresh, healthy food, passionately made using fresh ingredients. It offers a wide variety of soups, appetizers, salads, side dishes and main dishes.

Signature dishes: Sohour bites.

Services available: Catering services are complete, including round or high table sets, tent systems, decorations, cutlery sets, professional waiters and anything needed for a unique iftar or sohour.

 

Delivery area: Delivery is available all over Cairo

Tel: 0127 674 3304

Facebook: FiestaDelights.egypt

Instagram: fiesta_delights_catering

Ghada Nawara's Catering

Type of cuisine: Having studied at the most prestigious culinary schools in Paris, Le Cordon Bleu and L’Ecole Ritz Escoffier, Ghada Nawara offers creative global cuisine, ranging from French to Chinese to Arabic. The menu covers salads and other starters, main dishes, desserts and finger food.

Tel:  0122 210 1369 (Ghada Nawara)

Facebook: Ghada Nawara Catering

Instagram: ghada_nawaras_catering

Youtube channel: Ghada Nawara Catering

Home Made Catering

Type of cuisine: Maha Alfy, the professional caterer behind Home Made Catering is now offering a wide selection of menus for parties, engagements, special occasions or simply daily meals. Menus include anything and everything from the most sophisticated canapés and hors d’oeuvres to typical oriental dishes.

Signature dishes: Ramadan will see favorites like profiteroles, homemade mahalbeya and all the traditional main dishes as popular as ever.

Delivery: Dishes are finely packed for storage or ready to eat, items can be collected or delivered to your door with a simple charge.

Tel: 0122 389 0145

Facebook: homemadecatering.homemade

Instagram: homemadecatering

Laloul

Type of cuisine:

Nayera, also known as Laloul, brings excellent homemade meals to your dining table. Choose from a selection of restaurant quality food with a variety of hot meals, side dishes or frozen platters to suit your family’s everyday needs.

Signature items:

Chicken Kofta is one of the most popular items on the menu. It’s creamy; it’s different, and very tasty.

Facebook: @lalouls

Instagram: @laloulzy

Contact number:  0106 652 5335

Le Pacha 1901

The world at your fingertips, six foreign chefs, competitive prices and a name you can count on. Le Pacha’s wide selection of menus and entertainment has been highly acclaimed and its tailor-made arrangements give you an unlimited variety. Traditional menus, creative cuisine, nouvelle cuisine, haute cuisine, ethnic cuisine… the only trouble you might have is making a choice!

 

Tel: 19982

Lou's Food Corner

This year Lou’s Food Corner is offering delicious new dishes and all the services you need for Ramadan. Whether you are living alone and need individual iftar meals (soup, salad, main dishes with two sides, and a mini-dessert), or have a gathering, a corporate iftar or sohour event, or need to stack up on frozen goodies like sambousek, kobeba and spring rolls, Lou’s Food Corner offers you delicious food.

Services available:

Waiters, tables, eating utensils, glasses, on-site chefs, outdoor fans, and much more.

Follow Lou’s Food Corner on Facebook for the daily individual menus and special new items.

 

Tel: 0100 777 0501

Facebook:   LousFoodCorner

Instagram:  Lou’s Food Corner

Email: Lousfoodcorner@gmail.com

Louly Halawa Cuisine

Louly Halawa Cuisine is restaurant style homemade food catering for any occasion. It offers frozen items to make life easier for working women and newly married couples, tasty hand-to-mouth treats and the most sophisticated dishes and unique desserts. All food is prepared using high quality ingredients and elegant presentation.

Delivery methods ensure that food reaches its destination hot and ready to serve.

Tel:  0109 888 0707

Facebook:  Louly Halawa Cuisine

Instagram:  Lou.halawa

Mumm

Mumm is a homemade food platform that caters to families and individuals alike. Ramadan catering services include family and frozen home-cooked meals that will make guests feel at home. Dishes include a variety of pasta, rice, meat and chicken dishes as well as finger food and classic Egyptian dishes.

Signature items: Bechamel Pasta, Vine Leaves, Rocca Salad. Beef Piccata, Palestinian Fettah

Facebook: @GetMumm

Instagram: @GetMumm

Website: getmumm.com

Seasons Country Club Catering

Seasons Country Club offers catering for iftar and sohour from their extensive menu.

Signature dishes:

Fattah with Moza, Smoked Chicken Cannelloni with Tomato and Red Pepper Sauce, Lisan Asfour with Chicken Livers, Mixed Grill, Chicken Sharkesseya, Oxtail Stew with Oriental Rice

Services available: Catering Made Simple offers full beverage service and shisha along with delicious food options.

Tel:  0100 342 4226

Facebook: Seasons Country Club

Instagram: seasonscc

Taste n Tell

Taste n Tell chefs share a special friendship, their gourmet meals are cooked with recipes of contentment, health and well being. Apart from the popular signature dishes the chefs can prepare special dishes upon request.

Signature items: Mini sandwiches, plus a wide variety of appetizers, salads, and finger food.

Special traditional Oriental dishes and desserts like Roqaq, Meamar with Pigeons, Om Ali and konafa. International dishes include Sweet and Sour Chicken, Piccata with Mushrooms and Lasagna.

Tel: 0128 211 1889 (Passant Farahat) / 0122 317 2384 (Rana Shibl)

Facebook: tastentelll

Yumamia

Yumamia is a food delivery website and app that offers fresh, tasty and clean food using premium ingredients and top hygiene standards. Besides Yumamia’s everyday menu, it will offer Ramadan meal bundles for daily delivery to your home or office. Yumamia will also offer comprehensive catering services that include a full catering menu with Ramadan specials offering a full course iftar menu suitable for small family gatherings to large events with salads, appetizers, main dishes, desserts and juices. The menu consists of different traditional local dishes and international cuisines to suite all tastes.

For companies with employees that work during iftar hours, Yumamia offers tasty and fresh iftar meals.

Signature dishes:

Bolognese Pasta Béchamel: oven baked penne pasta with creamy béchamel sauce and rich beef tomato sauce topped with melted mozzarella cheese.

Additional services:  Professional stewards in uniforms and serving dishes to make your event elegant and smooth.

Facebook: Yumamia

Instagram: yumamiafood

Email: Catering@yumamia.com

Matbakhi

Matbakhi is a home-based catering service. Menu items range from mezzeh and salads to local and international favorites, along with decadent cakes and desserts.

Reservations: 0115 955 1250
Facebook: Matbakhi
Instagram: matbakhii

Hotel Catering

Baron Hotel Heliopolis

Baron Hotel Heliopolis offers their catering services for people wanting to invite family and friends over for iftar or sohour, taking away all the stress of organizing it. The F&B department can create any menu you desire, be it Oriental, Italian, or even a mixed item menu. Events can be hosted for two up to 1000 guests.

Services available: In addition to their catering services, the hotel offers outside shisha services.

Time needed: Three days prior notice is required for any catering request.

Tel: 0127 220 9594 or 02 2291 5757 Ext.: 2023-2050

Cairo Marriott Hotel

The Cairo Marriott will be happy to cover events at home or any venue of your choice with its exclusive outside catering services. Its specialized team will take care of everything for you so you can enjoy more time with your guests and impress them at the same time.

Tel: 02 2728 3000.

Fairmont Nile City

Fairmont Nile City also offers special iftar and sohour menus for groups of all sizes at indoor and outdoor settings; that’s in addition to shisha and dessert packages. Impress your guests with a customized world-class outside catering service straight to your doorstep, serving up to 3,000 guests.

Time needed: One week in advance at least.

Tel: 02 2461 9494 or 0128 618 8880

Four Seasons at Nile Plaza

From intimate family gatherings to corporate iftar and sohour events, Four Seasons Cairo at Nile Plaza creates Ramadan events with a spread of menus exclusively designed to match your personal taste and style, served at an outside private venue of your choice for 50 up to 2000 guests.

The masterful catering team that has been creating Cairo’s greatest events for more than 15 years provides this Ramadan an entirely customizable events paired with world-class Four Seasons service.

Contact catering.cai@fourseasons.com or call 02 2791 6904 for more information.

Kempinski Nile Hotel, Cairo

For anyone wishing to enjoy a rich selection of Ramadan dishes offered by Kempinski Nile Hotel, Cairo they may arrange for catering with a choice of iftar menus that offer something for all tastes. Menus offer a variety of starters, beverages and well-known traditional favorites as main dishes, in addition to Ramadan sweets and desserts.

Tel: 02 2798 0000

Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski

This year Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski is ready to cater for private gatherings in a location of your choice. For a minimum of 75 guests you can enjoy your memorable gatherings in the comfort of your own home, or at a destination of your choice, with food quality and service of the 5-star hotel.

For group or catering reservations please send your inquiry to meetings.royalmaxim@kempinski.com

Semiramis InterContinental Hotel Cairo

The Semiramis Intercontinental Hotel Cairo provides outside catering and supplies everything from menu planning to cutlery to waiters, whether it’s for a corporate iftar for 30 persons or sohour for 1,000 or more.  Whether you’re planning a large family iftar, a business sohour or an intimate family get together, the hotel team will channel expertise, authenticity and professionalism into creating a unique and memorable Ramadan event for you. The brigade of professional chefs from around the globe, along with state-of-the-art equipment can bring your favorite Semiramis InterContinental dishes right to your doorstep.

Tel: 02 2758 8188

Sheraton Montazah

Sheraton Montazah offers catering with a wide range of dishes from its culinary team. Menus include traditional Egyptian and Middle Eastern dishes, tasty appetizers, soups and salads, in addition to mouth-watering oriental desserts. Special set menus are available for iftar and sohour.

Tel: 0106 669 1997 / 8 or reservationsmontazahegypt@sheraton.com

Syrian Catering & Desserts

Rosto   (Catering & Desserts)

0114 526 8935 – Abo Amar

Dawood Desserts

0121 216 3516 – Chef Malek

Barakat (Catering & Desserts)

0101 908 8642 – Abo Wadeea

Discount for orders above 2,000 LE

Midan El Sham Shawerma (Catering & Desserts)

0115 000 8832 – AbdelRahman

Wageeh Desserts

0101 908 5330

28 Tents and Venues to Celebrate the Spirit of Ramadan

Al Guezira plaza Sehraya tent

Sehraya at El Guezira Plaza comes to you this Ramadan season to offer oriental
iftar and sohour to help gather your friends and family for memorable
evenings.

Facebook: al guezira plaza
Instagram: algueziraplaza

Baron Hotel Heliopolis

For delicious traditional iftar and sohour this Ramadan, The Terrace at Baron Hotel Heliopolis is a place to try. For iftar, enjoy a traditional open buffet starting from the soup of the day to delicious desserts. For sohour an open buffet will be set with all sorts of savory delicacies and desserts, such as Om Ali.

Enjoy a flavored shisha while watching the latest Ramadan hit or the match of the day. During sohour there will be live music entertainment for guests.

For reservations: 02 2915757 Ext.: 2022

Cairo Marriott Hotel

During Ramadan Cairo Marriott offers a special dining experience, whether for iftar or sohour. Som3a Basha offers a unique street-style sohour experience out on the Patio. Enjoy the outdoors, complete with mouth-watering meals, shisha and the tunes of oriental bands every night. Go for the à-la-carte sohour street chic experience and ask for the Family Style iftar menus, available to book for groups of 15 or more.

If you crave oriental, enjoy a nice iftar at Omar’s Café. A delicious array of Egyptian and oriental specials is served daily with all your favorite grills, appetizers and sweet oriental desserts. For an upscale iftar, Saraya Gallery now offers a family style iftar available only by bookings. It is truly a one-of-a-kind experience to dine amidst historical pieces and lavish authentic décor paired with the chef’s finest.

For reservations: 02 2728 3000

Facebook/Instagram: @cairomarriott

Conrad Cairo

Experience Ramadan at Conrad Cairo and enjoy an iftar buffet with a spectacular view of the Nile at Solana Restaurant. At OAK Grill guests can indulge in a contemporary Lebanese iftar set-menu with traditional hot and cold mezzeh, Lebanese Roast Chicken Freekeh, Chicken Fattah and a variety of oriental sweets. Jayda Nile Terrace offers social evenings with iftar and sohour specialties at El Lama El Helwa, along with daily live entertainment.

Reservations: 02 2580 8000

Facebook / Instagram: Conrad Cairo

Fairmont Nile City

This year, Fairmont Nile City presents Ahlan Ramadan where you’ll be taken on an extravagant Ramadan experience with traditional lanterns, decorations, lighting, and music.

 

Saigon Restaurant will offer the most lavish daily iftar buffet comprising of favorite traditional Ramadan dishes. Bab El Nil will open its doors once again for iftar and sohour in a traditional Egyptian setting, decorated with colorful pop art images of everybody’s favorite local icons. Enjoy the night breeze on our outdoor terrace overlooking the Nile while smoking shisha, playing board games, and catching up on your favorite Ramadan TV series on Bab El Nil’s 138-inch HD mega screen. Authentic live music will add to the Ramadan vibe. Bar Kaya will offer traditional Arabian delicacies and mouth-watering dishes and desserts for sohour further enhanced by the best oriental entertainment.

For reservations: 02 2461 9494

Facebook/Instagram: @fairmonthotels

Four Seasons at Nile Plaza

There is no shortage of enticing choices this Ramadan at Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza.  Zitouni offers an iftar buffet of authentic Egyptian favorites, while Bella will lay out an iftar buffet with an Italian twist. Pool Grill will have a creative iftar set menu accompanied by oriental tunes and Upper Deck will boast an iftar set menu enhanced by panoramic views.

Sohour options include buffet at Pool Grill with oriental tunes and Upper Deck will offer a

sohour set menu.

For reservations: 02 2791 7000

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence offers a variety of exciting venues; for iftar, it is all about La Gourmandise Ramadan Tent in the heart of the First Mall. Underneath the twinkling colorful lights of La Gourmandise Ramadan Tent is an extravagant buffet offering  traditional Ramadan favorites including Egyptian specialties.

Guests can also enjoy two different iftar set menus in Shami/Syrian Restaurant Aura. Sohour  is on offer by the pool, with a buffet and live entertainment, or in La Gourmandise Ramadan Tent  where there is an à la carte menu in addition to a shisha menu.

For more information, please call the Hotel directly or +20235671600 or to reserve for Iftar or Sohour, kindly call: +20235672018

Galleria 40

For the third year in a row, Gallleria40 is re-launching its Ramadan tent 3altawla. It is a Ramadan lounge where guests can celebrate Ramadan in style, with a special spin on the traditional tent. Guests will have the chance to enjoy their sohour from one of the premium caterers to the background of live entertainment.

For reservations: 0102 504 6046

Facebook/Instagram: galleria40

Hilton Cairo Heliopolis

Break your fast with a daily Egyptian iftar buffet at Aqua e Luce or a Lebanese family style iftar at Al Dabké. Enjoy sohour at Si Omar tent, the true essence of Arabian tradition with a modern twist.

For reservations: 02 2267 8485

InterContinental Citystars

Break your fast with a daily Egyptian iftar buffet at Aqua e Luce or a Lebanese family style iftar at Al Dabké. Enjoy sohour at Si Omar tent, the true essence of Arabian tradition with a modern twist.

For reservations: 02 2267 8485

JW Marriott

Ramadan is back and it wouldn’t be complete without Welad El Zawaat tent, now celebrating its 10th anniversary. The tent is currently located at JW Marriott’s Club house, where sohour is being served, starting from the 2nd night of Ramadan from 9 pm – 3 am

Location: JW Marriott Club House

For reservations: 02 2411 5588

Facebook: Welad El Zawat Ramadan Tent at JW Marriott

Instagram: weladalzawaatramadantent

Kempinski Nile Hotel

For the second year in a row, Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski is proud to present its Bab Al Qasr Tent. The tent will occupy the magical atmosphere of the Palace’s courtyard, bejeweled by a dash of color and an exciting line up of entertainment. It promises a sohour you wouldn’t want to miss, as well as iftar for group bookings.

For reservations: 02 2798 0000

Facebook: KempinskiNileHotelCairo

Instagram: kempinskinile

Le Pacha 1901

Carlos is the main tent for Ramadan and World Cup activities, with around 15 screens all around the venue to display the Ramadan programs and the matches. Iftar and sohour are available à-la-carte.

For reservations: 19982

Address: Nile Boat – Saray El Gezira St. – Zamalek

Web: www.lepacha.com

Le Meridien Cairo Airport

EVOO offers an Arabian style atmosphere with a daily open buffet for both iftar and sohour featuring a lavish selection of culinary choices and traditional Ramadan favorites in addition to shisha, oriental desserts and éclairs. This will be accompanied by live entertainment by pool.

 

Mezzeh will let you enjoy a Ramadan gathering with special iftar set menus including savory assortment of hot and cold mezzeh beside an extensive range of traditional Lebanese delicacies, desserts and shisha.

For reservations: 02 2265 9600

Facebook: Le Meridien Cairo Airport

Instagram: @lemeridiencairoairporthotel

Mena House

Guests at the historic location can enjoy an Iftar buffet at 139 Restaurant and after-iftar coffee at 139 Pavilion terrace with service till 9 pm, all under the gaze of Giza Pyramids.

For reservations: 02 3376 6644

Email: mhrs.caimn.FB@marriott.com

Rivulet

Ramadan 2018 at Rivulet is set to be a whole new experience, given its prime location, spacious area, and innovative atmosphere. Rivulet tent will serve iftar and sohour, offering many surprises like weekends entertainment shows and ongoing original mouled entertainers like tanoura and nay. Look out for oriental snacks like homos el-sham, beleila, zalabia, tamr hendy, konafa and many other surprises.

For reservations: 19394

Facebook:  RivuletZayed

Instagram:  rivuletegypt

Radisson BLU, Cairo

 

Enjoy katayef nights at the Katayef Tent by the pool for sohour or break your fast with delicious and authentic Arabic cuisine, served at MIX restaurant.

For reservations:  02 2696 5656

Facebook/Instagram: @radissonblucairoheliopolis

Renaissance Mirage

Afandina’s Tent will enjoy a second year at Renaissance Mirage. This year offers  a whole new era; allowing you to experience Ramadan in the Ottoman Empire with delicious food and weekly entertainment throughout Ramadan.

Sohour is available from 9 pm to 3 am.

 

For reservations: 0122 244 7874

Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski

This year Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski is ready to cater for private gatherings in a location of your choice. For a minimum of 75 guests you can enjoy your memorable gatherings in the comfort of your own home, or at a destination of your choice, with food quality and service of the 5-star hotel.

For group or catering reservations please send your inquiry to meetings.royalmaxim@kempinski.com

Seasons Country Club

Seasons Country Club offers catering for iftar and sohour from their extensive menu.

Signature dishes:

Fattah with Moza, Smoked Chicken Cannelloni with Tomato and Red Pepper Sauce, Lisan Asfour with Chicken Livers, Mixed Grill, Chicken Sharkesseya, Oxtail Stew with Oriental Rice

Services available: Catering Made Simple offers full beverage service and shisha along with delicious food options.

Tel:  0100 342 4226

Facebook: Seasons Country Club

Instagram: seasonscc

Sheraton Cairo

There is no better place to spend an authentic Egyptian Ramadan night, starting with a special Ramadan iftar set menu at Rawi while watching your favorite Ramadan TV programs from 6:30 pm to 8 pm.

For sohour there will be plenty of options from El Mawardia menu or ask for the special Ramadan set menu. Rawi’s sohour, from 10:30 pm to 2 am, offers a variety of options from the Rawi menu or the Ramadan special set menu along with oriental music of Ramadan special nights.

What is a Ramadan night without shisha and oriental drinks? Enjoy a variety of shisha flavors and oriental drinks throughout the night until 3 am with an Oriental Takht.

For reservations (Rawi): 0102 221 6883 – 02 3333 6156

Facebook / Instagram: rawirestaurant

For reservations (El Mawardia): 0102 221 6883/ 02 3333 6177

Facebook / Instagram: Elmawardia

Sheraton Montazah

Sheraton Montazah offers catering with a wide range of dishes from its culinary team. Menus include traditional Egyptian and Middle Eastern dishes, tasty appetizers, soups and salads, in addition to mouth-watering oriental desserts. Special set menus are available for iftar and sohour.

Tel: 0106 669 1997 / 8 or reservationsmontazahegypt@sheraton.com

Sonesta Hotel, Tower & Casino - Cairo

Enjoy the summer breeze accompanied by a unique Ramadan atmosphere at the Swimming Pool Lounge at Sonesta Hotel, Tower & Casino – Cairo. Treat yourself to delicious iftar and sohour specialties, while enjoying the traditional Ramadan spirit and nightly live entertainment with typical Ramadan decoration and various shisha flavors.

For reservation: 02 2264 1111 Ext.: 302/303.

Sheraton Sharm El Sheikh

Capture the true essence of Egyptian tradition and savor the spirit of Ramadan at this charming resort while enjoying a memorable stay with great deals on rooms, a variety of dining options and extravagant Ramadan iftar and sohour buffets with a range of mouth-watering Egyptian delicacies and delights prepared by highly-skilled chefs.

Enjoy a stunning view of the sea with family and friends while enjoying the summer breeze at Layalina Café outdoor terrace after a delicious iftar, with flavored shisha, your favorite Ramadan refreshments along with takht music, live songs, tanoura and a folkloric show.

Tel: 069 360 2070

Facebook/Instagram: @sheratonhotels

Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah

Welcome Ramadan at Sofitel El Gezirah with Fawanees 3al Nile Middle Eastern specialities, or La Palmeraie for authentic tagines. Casa Mia offers a lavish buffet created especially for Ramadan or try Kebabgy for traditional barbeque specialities with ambient music and a live Oriental takht. After iftar or sohour try the special collection of shisha flavors on the private terrace overlooking the Nile.

Tel: 02 2737 3737

Instagram: @sofitelcairoeg

Facebook: Sofitel Cairo Nile El Gezirah

Semiramis InterContinental Hotel Cairo

The Semiramis Intercontinental Hotel Cairo provides outside catering and supplies everything from menu planning to cutlery to waiters, whether it’s for a corporate iftar for 30 persons or sohour for 1,000 or more.  Whether you’re planning a large family iftar, a business sohour or an intimate family get together, the hotel team will channel expertise, authenticity and professionalism into creating a unique and memorable Ramadan event for you. The brigade of professional chefs from around the globe, along with state-of-the-art equipment can bring your favorite Semiramis InterContinental dishes right to your doorstep.

]For delicious traditional iftar and sohour this Ramadan, The Terrace at Baron Hotel Heliopolis is a place to try. For iftar, enjoy a traditional open buffet starting from the soup of the day to delicious desserts. For sohour an open buffet will be set with all sorts of savory delicacies and desserts, such as Om Ali.

Enjoy a flavored shisha while watching the latest Ramadan hit or the match of the day. During sohour there will be live music entertainment for guests.

For reservations: 02 2915757 Ext.: 2022

The Nile Ritz-Carlton

Fairmont Nile City also offers special iftar and sohour menus for groups of all sizes at indoor and outdoor settings; that’s in addition to shisha and dessert packages. Impress your guests with a customized world-class outside catering service straight to your doorstep, serving up to 3,000 guests.

Time needed: One week in advance at least.

Tel: 02 2461 9494 or 0128 618 8880

The Smokery Heliopolis and Katameya Heights

Celebrate the holy Month of Ramadan with a special oriental iftar and à-la-carte sohour. Dinner à-la-carte is also available from 9 pm to 12 am. Shisha is available only during Ramadan in both Cairo venues.

 

For reservations:

Heliopolis: 0128 683 0199

Katameya: 0102 601 9175

Facebook: TheSmokeryEG

Instagram: TheSmokery

Cool off at night with friends and family in any of these festive venues and Ramadan tents this month – this is the time for late nights, delicious eats, social activity and entertainment!

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