Local Food

Created by Maria Cheiladaki, Modified on Tue, 25 Feb, 2025 at 4:39 PM by Mirthe van den Beuken

Your destination offers many restaurants that provide international cuisine. However, it is possible to locate reputable restaurants that offer tasty local food.

 

Please find below the selection we made for you:

  • Koshari – A hearty dish made with rice, lentils, pasta, and topped with fried onions and a tangy tomato sauce.
  • Mahshi – Vegetables (like zucchini or eggplant) stuffed with rice, herbs, and minced meat, often served with a tomato sauce.
  • Fattah – A traditional Egyptian dish made with layers of rice, bread, and lamb or beef, typically eaten during special occasions.
  • Grilled Fish – Fresh fish grilled with local spices, often served with rice or vegetables.
  • Shawarma – A popular street food consisting of thinly sliced seasoned meat (usually lamb, chicken, or beef) wrapped in pita bread with vegetables and tahini sauce.
  • Ta’ameya – Egyptian falafel made from fava beans, herbs, and spices, fried until crispy.
  • Hummus – A creamy spread made from chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon, served with pita bread.
  • Baba Ghanoush – A smoky eggplant dip mixed with tahini, olive oil, and garlic.
  • Kebab and Kofta – Grilled skewers of minced meat (lamb or beef), served with rice or flatbread.


What are tips for restaurants?

Below you will find a selection we have made for you:

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