Occasions & Celebrations

OUT WITH THE OLD…. AND IN WITH THE NEW! Many of us know this saying, but when it comes to the New Year in…

Any wedding, in any culture, any country usually brings to the fore the question of who buys what and who pays for what! In…

Henna, the glorious dye that has been used for 6000 years (or so) for hair and skin is still alive and well in Egypt!…

RAMADAN: This is the month of fasting that is one of the 5 pillars of the Muslim faith. During this time a unique symbol…

When thinking about engagements, many of us imagine: a romantic setting a man on one knee a sparkly ring ….. and plenty of celebrations…

In this part of the world, April brings in the feel of Spring. With it comes an ancient and interesting celebration here in Egypt…

Although cultures can be so varied in many instances, it is surprising the similarities in weddings around the world! And here in Egypt, you…

In every culture the birth of a child is usually a time of celebration. In Egypt, it is a time of song, eating, drinking…