The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

When it comes to the list of things to do and places to go in Cairo during Ramadan, the city of Cairo never ceases to impress; just when we thought that we have given you the ultimate list of this year’s Ramadan tents, Cairo has dropped another batch of tents into our lap.

Lanterns at Uptown Cairo

Held at Uptown Cairo’s Clubhouse, Lanterns boasts a unique setting that overlooks the golf area, where a vast selection of fetar and sohour options is served, in addition to shisha, TV screens and weekend live performances. Lanterns also offers a number of pergolas for those who are looking for a special night. For reservations and more information call 16129.

Ramadan Nights at Westown Hub

With a Khan El Kallili themed setting, a bazaar and live performances by the likes of Cairokee and Wust El Balad, Westown Hub welcomes one and all for a unique Ramadan experience. And no need to worry about the food, because Westown Hub comprises a variety of restaurants that caters to all tastes. For reservations and more information check Westown Hub’s Facebook page.

3al Nile at Fairmont Nile City

Relocated at Fairmont Nile City, this round of 3al Nile has an unlimited range of Oriental delicacies and tasty shishas, served in a modern Oriental setting with a breathtaking Nile view.  Whether for fetar or sohour, 3alNile is the perfect spot for a casual yet classy gathering.  For reservations and more information call 0121-121-6666.

Fawazeer at Eat & Barrel

Sunset Boats’s Eat & Barrel hosts Fawazeer with daily fetar & sohour open buffet of tradition dishes (250LE++/ weekdays sohour is 150++LE), amazing shisha and live Oriental Takht. Fawazeer also promises Tanoura shows, fusion nights and live performances by some of the best acts in Egypt; including Hegazy Met’aal, Poussy and Saad El Soghayar. For reservations and more information call 0101-649-6999.

El Hanafeya at The Tap East

This Thursday sees the opening of The Tap East’s El Hanafeya in New Cairo. El Hanafeya offers a delicious variety of fetar and sohour options with its traditional cuisine open buffet (fetar: 300LE –Sohour: 150LE), plus a variety of live performances and activities. For reservations and more information call 0106-000-0869.