Where to eat in Egypt

Egypt is an Islamic country, and it is forbidden for Muslims to buy, sell, or consume alcohol. However, the Egyptians are a pragmatic people and tolerant towards foreigners with money - restaurants and hotels which are not Muslim owned will gladly serve alcohol.

Similarly, in shops which sell cola, if you are discreet, the owner will be able to locate some of the locally brewed Stella for LE 10-15.

Egyptian red wine is palatable (thanks to previous French occupation), but not recommended.

For spirits, you can choose between extortionate tourist prices for imported vodka, or to bring some from home.

Keep alcohol out of sight when in public - especially when leaving the shop!

Where to eat in Cairo:

Cairo is a popular destination with the pyramids, the sphinx, more than a thousand years of Islamic culture, including some fine architecture, centuries-old soups, and, of course, the food.

Where to eat in Alexandria:

You can choose from the list some of the well known places to eat out in Alexandria. There are numerous eateries to help you make your choice.

Where to eat in Luxor

Luxor is a vegetarian's paradise with lots of fresh seasonal vegetables such as tomato and cucumber. Countless restaurants and eateries cater to people. A cornucopia of delicious food is served here. You can be a little experimental and try out the mouth- watering cuisines.

Where to eat in Aswan

If you have an adventurer's palate, there are places where you can try something you may never have eaten before. Below are some of the places.

Where to eat in Hurghada

In Hurghada, there are a number of restaurants serving up homemade, fresh dishes that some locals swear is better than mom made, and at all of them, you would be hard-pressed to spend more than 20LE each.

Where to eat in Sharm-El-Sheikh

Below is a list of places which you may like to check out in Sharm El Sheikh