Egyptian food delicacies are definitely worth a try and here are some of the favourites. Koshary is a dish made of rice, macaroni, and lentils and topped with chickpeas, onion, and a special tomato-vinegar sauce. It sounds heavy and it is – it is known as a ‘poor man’s dish’ as the ingredients are staple items that could be found in any pantry. Now koshary is a cultural phenomenon with entire shops dedicated entirely to serving this delicious yet inexpensive meal. There are lots of shops through Cairo that serve it. Another finger-licking dish is Ful Mudamas also known as Ful, these are simply fava beans and are a staple breakfast dish. The dish can be cooked with virtually any variety of spices; the most basic includes salt and pepper, cumin, and olive oil, but it is almost always garnished with additional ingredients. Ful is served with of pita or French bread.

Grilled to perfection and stuffed with cracked wheat, Hamam Mahshi is a favorite amongst the locals. The best place to try it is Farahat. Other popular ones are Shawarma, falafel and in desserts Baklava (crushed nuts baked between layers of filo dough and topped with a sweet syrup called sharbat), Basboosa, Knafa. Best places to eat out and make merry are Sequoia which gives chic and trendy feels. Then there is Abou El-Sid which is straight out of the Arabian Nights. Abou El-Sid is very popular. You’ll feel as if you are on a journey through time. Revolving Restaurant is another good option. It’s elegant and has an unbeatable view.