A coffee with a cultural flavor
Near the beginning of the 20th century, Egypt witnessed a wave of middle-class coffee shops opening primarily in big cities like Cairo and Alexandria. These cafes didn t just offer…
Coffee talk: The trials and tribulations of relationships
Back to my regular coffee table. For the sake of change, I settle on a guiltless tuna sandwich and orange juice and get out my eavesdropping and writing gear. With…
Gridiron touches down in Cairo
It's the ball that strikes you. In any kind of sport played here, the ball is round, always round. But this one is oblong, and its bounce isn't straight. It's…
C&B on Wheels
Casper & Gambini's has launched its delivery service, with a unique and appetizing menu. C&G lovers will experience the same exceptional taste and service as its two outlets at City…
SCI-TECH SCENE: Next generation toys read brain waves, may help kids focus
A convincing twin of Darth Vader stalks the beige cubicles of a Silicon Valley office, complete with ominous black mask, cape and light saber.But this is no chintzy Halloween costume.…
The healing and adverse effects of your cup of tea
An expert has lauded the benefits of drinking tea whilst warning about some of its adverse properties for people suffering from certain diseases. Tea remains one of the most popular…
Something borrowed, something blue, something special just for you.
Having problems preparing for your wedding? Don't know where to start? Low on creative ideas for that special day? The Wedding Fair may not have all the answers, but it…
A tale of courtship, love and heartbreak on the World Wide Web
The Daily Star Egypt continues its exploration of Internet dating in Egypt.Finding love has never been easy, but in a socially conservative, booming metropolis like Cairo it can be especially…
Cairo Marriott renovates three new villas at the SOS
CAIRO: The Cairo Marriott Hotel recently celebrated the opening of three new villas that Cairo Marriott renovated at the SOS village for homeless children and orphans. The SOS village houses…
Gafi's One-Stop Shop
CAIRO: As part of its mission to streamline business start-up procedures in Egypt, the General Authority for Investment and Free Zone (Gafi) inaugurated a One-Stop Shop in Alexandria on Thursday.…