When I started this blog, I knew that information about Egypt is readily available online. It’s at our fingertips—just a simple search or a question to an AI tool away. So, I wondered, how could my little corner of the internet make […]
One of the most significant mistakes made by many writers covering 18th to 20th-century Egypt was the classification of Egyptian society into different ethnic groups. While it is true that Egypt was part of the Ottoman Empire, with a noticeable presence of […]
One of the most significant mistakes made by many writers covering 18th to 20th-century Egypt was the classification of Egyptian society into different ethnic groups based on social status. While it is true that Egypt was part of the Ottoman Empire, with […]
One of the unique features of the modern Egyptian language is its ability to condense complex meanings into short words and phrases. A prime example is the word ‘malish’معلش which carries different meanings depending on the context. It can express sympathy, as […]
I stumbled upon a list of the ’10 Best Books About Modern Egypt’ on Goodreads, and I’m sorry to say that it couldn’t be further from the truth. While some of these books are decent, others aren’t worth your time, in my […]
“Never return the plate empty” is one of the most ancient traditions in Egypt, and it’s a practice that many Egyptians still uphold today. Despite the economic challenges and the devaluation of the Egyptian pound, this tradition remains a testament to the […]
Over the years, I’ve found that most books written about Egypt, or inspired by its history, tend to disappoint me as an Egyptian. One key element is always missing: the authentic Egyptian perspective. Many of these books, especially those outside of textbooks, […]
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Fish was also a favorite meal for our ancient ancestors. Fish were a staple of the ancient Egyptian cuisine, and they excelled in preparing and curing it.
Since the dawn of history, visitors to Egypt have noticed that the people of Egypt possess a unique set of characteristics that can be called the Egyptian spirit. You might also refer to it as their secret sauce.