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

As cliche as this sounds, whenever the new year comes around, it is always accompanied by the motivation to start something new. One of which is adopting a healthier lifestyle, whether through exercising more or eating cleaner. If you’re one of those people who wait for the new year to start incorporating vegetables in your diet, or if you’re a vegetarian and you’re struggling to find a good meal whenever you’re out with your friends, keep reading, and you’ll be salivating towards the end.

Sincerely V 

Located in Maadi, Sincerely V is an all-vegan and vegetarian place! The dishes are super colourful and nutritious. There’s the common misconception that vegan food is bland and tastes like cardboard, or it lacks protein and nutrients, but Sincerely V makes sure you get an incredibly flavourful dish with all the health benefits. Here’s the exciting part; they also have a website where you can check their menu, the nutritional value of every meal, as well as the ingredients and some of the recipes which are signed at the end “Sincerely V”. The V refers to the founder of the restaurant, Victoria Diachkova.

Lokali 

While it isn’t an exclusively vegan place, Lokali’s variety makes up for it. Also located in Maadi, Lokali is mostly famous for its breakfasts, where vegetarians are most welcome! One of their most delicious plates is the Hummus Shakshuka. The dish is extremely hearty and fulfilling, so you won’t need to eat for a good while after. It has all the nutrients you need too! Eggs, hummus, baladi bread, and a decadent tomato sauce. One thing that separates Lokali from other restaurants is that they try to incorporate a variety of colours in their dishes. They also make sure you’re 100 per cent satisfied with your dish. If the potatoes aren’t fresh enough, they simply won’t be serving them to you.

Osana Family Wellness & Wholefood Cafe 

It’s in the name, a wellness hub. Osana doesn’t just offer delicious, healthy meals that are also vegetarian and vegan friendly, but they also have a wide range of services that cater to your general wellbeing. You can head there for an endless list of activities, from yoga and homoeopathy to having a hearty meal and even getting your nails done! It never gets boring at Osana because they change their menu every day. They live by the idea that you are what you eat, and they’ve reflected that very well on their menu. Grab your kids too! They get a free meal with every adult meal. Maadi residents are pretty lucky; this one is also located in Maadi.

Self 

If you really want to kickstart your healthy streak, Self will put you right in the mood. Self is perfect for grabbing a bite on the go. Whenever you’re in a hurry, you might get tempted with the easier options like fast food or unhealthy snacks, which is why Self offers a selection of healthy shakes, smoothies, and meals for those who are super busy and can’t afford that extra time. You can find Self in Maadi, Zamalek, and New Cairo.

Roots – Earth Kitchen 

Here comes another hub that caters to your wellbeing, Roots – Earth Kitchen. Roots works towards making the place suitable for anyone who wants to unwind and take care of themselves. They offer many activities such as trivia nights, music nights, and yoga. Their menu is extensive, with meals that cater to vegans and vegetarians. It’s an entire experience!