Gourmet Flavours

2026

Egypt

Cairo

The city's best tables, markets and bars, chosen by the writers who live there.

Markets

  1. The Art of the Haggle: A Local's Guide to Khan el-KhaliliDetailed guide to a historic bazaar with food and tea stops

Tables

  1. Follow the Cannon Fire: Cairo's Ramadan Iftar TrailIn-depth Ramadan iftar trail with real prices and venues
  2. The Pigeon Towers of Cairo: The Rooftop Hamam TraditionUnique food tradition linked to pigeon towers and dishes

Coffee & sweet

  1. Parliament of the Ahwa: Inside Cairo's Coffeehouse LifeInsight into Cairo's coffeehouse culture and ordering tips

Where to sleep in Cairo: the Cairo hotel directory

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