PLANET AFRICA

One of the most rewarding things you can do as a food addict is eat at a new restaurant and find a real gem, particularly one that hasn’t reached household name status - rather like Marco polo going to off the beaten tracks to discover new countries and cultures, and when the rest of the world catches on, boasting to anyone who will listen, how you ‘discovered’ them first.We visited on a Sunday afternoon, when Planet Africa has that laid back feel, prior to students going out time and those who haven’t finished work yet, which all makes it perfectly suited to a relaxed meal. The menu has oodles of appeal: it doesn’t try to be too fancy or cleaver, but packs in favorites that make choosing so difficult. It’s altogether an inviting place, even if you’re not hungry. I had the grilled streak with salad and fries, always a popular choice; steak always cooked to order and big enough to feed two.

Of particular note are their stuffed potato wedges - golden fried potatoes stuffed with seafood and served with roasted marinara sauce. Since we’re in planet Africa, the tribal bread (crusty ciabbatta bread topped with tomatoes, olive oil, basil and garlic in balsamic vinegar) is an excellent way to start off our meal.

With items on the menu like “Savannah Veggie Salad’, “Jungle Sunshine Salad”, “Kwazulu Chicken” (flame grilled chicken breasts marinated with special herbs, topped with vegetables, roast beef and melted mozzarella and served with a loaded baked potato); dinner becomes a real treat at Planet Africa.

Sometimes it can take a while for the food to arrive but it’s never really a struggle as you can see both chefs and staff consistently working hard to please everyone.

Cairo Boss Bar - Maadi

Formerly known as Golden Bells a low-key bar in Maadi, was recently renovated to Cairo Boss Bar -a favorite spot for Maadi residents and expats.Cairo Boss is also famous for hosting live bands, themed DJs and dance classes.
17, Road 257
Maadi

0123910002

Bull’s Eye Pub - Mohandessin

A typical English pub set in the middle of Cairo.

Different entertainment every night and an international kitchen with great pub Grub, English breakfast served every Friday and Saturday, fantastic value for money.

Jazz cafe with good piped, and sometimes live, music.

Open from 6 PM - 2 AM
32 Jeddah St.
Mohandessin

376 16888 - 0101390735

 

Cairo Rugby Club

Cairo Rugby has always been much more than just a rugby club: we’re a sports and social club that offers all sorts of sports and social events, and encourage members who enjoy a more-relaxed lifestyle (like bar perching) as much as those who enjoy taking part in sporting activities. As a result, we cater for sportspeople and leisure seekers of all shapes, sizes, ages, genders and persuasions.

You don’t have to be a rugby player to attend our twice-weekly training sessions (click on training). There are many who do not actually play full-contact rugby, but go along for a fitness session and to play ‘touch’. Sessions are attended by both men and ladies, of all sorts of ages and skill levels, and from several nationalities.

We also have popular twice-weekly football training for those who enjoy playing with round balls (click on football), and regular cricket matches for those who favour smaller balls (click on cricket).

Cairo Rugby is a great club, offering you excellent sporting activities, social events and clubhouse facilities! Please join us and enjoy yourself!

 

Villa 55 - Maadi

Just as pleasing as the food at Villa 55 is the atmosphere. Tucked away on Road 9 in Maadi, across from the popular American home-style eatery Lucille’s, this garden restaurant is a great place to take a break from the city Read more

Ace Club - Maadi

The Association of Cairo Expatriates (ACE) , just celebrated it’s 10th anniversary and it just keeps going from strength to strength. Read more