One of the best ways to gain insight into a culture is through the arts, so to continue on last week’s theme, we’re taking a look at some of Cairo’s collections of modern art, from those housed in museums to the converted homes and studios of iconic artists.

We’re incredibly lucky to have so many galleries and exhibitions in Cairo and even luckier to have access to so much amazing art; there is so much talent to be seen here that it’s hard not to be inspired by it all. We’ve put together a list of some of the galleries and exhibitions that house amazing collections, all worth exploring.

The past year has thrown a few curveballs our way, but despite the obstacles we’ve faced due to the pandemic, CSA has managed to find new life and is flourishing in a way that we can all find inspiration in. We sat down with our Director, Salma Adly, to find out a little more about what CSA stands for.

This week we decided to team up with one of our partners, the amazing mind behind Power Plant and Sincerely V, to bring you a deliciously healthy plant-based recipe that highlights some of the lovely ingredients we have available to us.

Maadi’s history is a long and fascinating one, much more so than one would imagine. Every dive into the story of its origins leads you deeper into a labyrinth of pre-dynastic history, the birth of a modern Egypt, and the amazingly eccentric and wealthy characters that helped build what became affectionately known as ‘the garden suburb’.

There are two kinds of people in this world, those who love summer and those who don’t. While the divide between them will always remain, there is one thing that unites the two sides; the delicious seasonal fruits that have become synonymous with summertime.

The face of the city has changed over the years, but there are still many things that remain the same, acting as an anchor to the city’s incredibly rich history; one of those anchors is Montaza.

White sand, azure waters, and sun kissed smiles; Sahel season is here and our favourite summer destination awaits. It’s finally time to leave the city and head to the beach!

Known as el Eid el Kebeer (the big feast or the greater feast), Eid Al Adha is perhaps one of the most important religious festivals in the Islamic world. Eid Mubarak to all!

Everywhere you look you’ll find something special, something uniquely Egyptian, and this heritage is worth protecting at all costs.

With its wide sleeves and loose-fitting fabric, the Galabeya is an ideal choice of clothing here in Egypt, worn by both men and women, and it should come as no surprise that it can still be seen all over the country until today.

Egypt is getting ready for its annual migration to the North Coast, a much needed escape from the heat and chaos of the city. Anyone who’s experienced the soft white sand and crystal clear waters of the country’s Mediterranean coastline can easily see why we all flock there during the hot summer months; there really is nothing like it and there is no better place to be.

The weather is really starting to warm up now and we’re all looking for light, healthy and refreshing meals to help us cope with the heat.

Regardless of your views or beliefs, none of us can deny that Egypt, Cairo especially, has a problem with stray animals.

Egyptians’ relationship to domesticated cats and dogs, like so many things, goes all the way back to the time of the ancients,

Maadi has always been one of Cairo’s most beautiful neighbourhoods, and while the architecture is definitely a big part of its charm, it’s really the trees that make it so special.

Next weekend marks the end of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid el Fitr – Festival of the Breaking of the Fast.

Each year on April 22nd the world celebrates Earth Day, honoring all the wonders of our planet and working to create awareness on the importance of protecting them.

Each year on April 22nd the world celebrates Earth Day, honoring all the wonders of our planet and working to create awareness on the importance of protecting them.

Ramadan is truly a beautiful time of year, filled with playfully colorful decorations, the warmest of atmospheres and wonderfully vibrant celebrations, with fascinating variations in the way people celebrate in different parts of the world.