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hen we were putting together the Sahel guide, we sent out our reporters to scan the North Coast and gather as much as possible useful information that would be your guide for the rest of the season.
Every time we think it is ready to publish, we discover new places opening for entertainment or services that you will want to try out. We are finally distributing the guide at the beginning of August, knowing that you will need it all the way until the Bairam feast, where many of you would be still vacationing. Sahel this summer is buzzing with activities: shops for clothes, furniture, household items, accessories, food outllets, eateries, beach and night activities, kids activities, and the list goes on, with never a dull moment.
In addition to all that, La Vista resort has opened a bazaar street for you to browse around and to meet all your needs like fast food outlets, restaurants, furniture stores, and much more. While Lake Yard located in Hacienda Bay has something for everyone. You can enjoy a stroll around the Yard for a snack, pick a clothing item, supplies for your pet, sports wear, or just to sit around and enjoy the Mediterranean breeze. Looking for appliances? Or your refrigerator went Kaboot on you? B.tech is located right in front of Marina Gate 5, where you will find latest models in kitchen appliances, fans, electric appliances and much more.. Hope you enjoy our colorful guide and that it will make life easier on you in Sahel.
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Food Services
¢ ¢ Farag the butcher at Sidi Abdel Rahman He is highly recommended for his mutton meat. He can also clean and cut it up the way you desire. The shop is located right on the main road.
¢ ¢ Farmers Market at Dunes Mall This is a treasure that you have to explore. The shop sells all natural food and products. You will find natural soaps, different incense flavors, homemade ketchup, sundried tomatoes, peanut butter and almond butter spreads, sweet sour sauce, honey, and olive oil from Sinai. Joining Farmers Market are several entities such as “Akletna” which offers home made Egyptian food, “Yum” for quiches, mince pies and cookies, “Baladina” for Feteer, Immy’s Kitchen for Middle Eastern appetizers, and Annie for Armenian delicacies. Farmers Market will make you not want to lift a finger in your kitchen, as you can get a ready made Lasagna dish, Kobeiba tray or stuffed grape leaves ready for heating. And if you are having guests for cheeses and drinks, you can get everything you need from there.
¢ ¢ Matbakh Immy Besides being part of Farmers Market, they also take orders and deliver. Stock up for Sahel from Matbakh Immy. Their delicious msakhan, samboosek, kobeiba and other goodies freeze perfectly and are ready to eat any time. Call 01005567777
¢ ¢ Yum Are you ready for different snacks this summer? Other than quiches, Yum offers chicken and mushroom or classic beef pies in large or mini sizes, ready to back cookie dough. And if you are into sweets, you can try their tiramisu cups, lemon crumble, brownies or mini cheesecake. CT-Sahel August 2016
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¢ ¢ Olivera infront of Diplomatic Village 3
One of the best places to get seafood dishes is at Olivera. Grilled, breaded or oven-baked fish of your choice. Wonderful selection of shrimp including grilled or butterflied, crab and other sea shell dishes. Olivera delivers or you can order over the phone and pick up. Tel: 0122 356 4832
¢ ¢ The Catering Co. at Hacienda White Enjoy a large spread of beach snacks, drinks and meals by The Catering Co. Any dish can be reheated in the microwave for a quick, summer fix. Take your pick from Daoud Pasha meat balls, Khalta Rice with liver and nuts, Vegetables Paupiette with mushroom sauce and much more. Delivers to: Marina, Porto Marina, The Platform, Hacienda, Diplomaseyeen, Marassi (Soon to be opened) Tel: 01002869444
¢ ¢ The Cookery at Diplomatic Village 3 The Cookery Company is there to serve you presenting you with Le Cordon Bleu meals. They have a comprehensive range of catering solutions from lunches, brunches and dinners to casual get-togethers. They also have frozen goods ready to be picked up any time. Tel: 01144200044
¢ ¢ Gourmet at El Corte, Hacienda For the second year, Gourmet has opened in the North Coast. Besides gourmet items such as cheeses, deli items, imported pastas and sauces, Gourmet has a section for imported meats from Australia and South Africa. Looking for readymade appetizers to take home? The guacamole spread gets five stars, and there is also Baba Ghanoug and Tehina spreads. Freshly baked bread and pastries, besides fresh fruits and vegetables. Home delivery: 19339 8
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¢ ¢ El Sit Hosneya at Marina Gate 5 Focused on entirely genuine Egyptian and Middle Eastern cuisine with a grandma’s twist, El Sit Hosneya will be of great help to you while vacationing. Shrimp fetta, duck dishes, kofta halaby and a variety of sandwiches to go. Delivery available. Tel: 01229001235
¢ ¢ Man’oucheh at Diplomatic 3/Platform Famous for their oregano (Zaatar) infused products, you will delight in their Zaatar with Labneh or Halloumi cheese, their shawermas, Lahmeh be3ajine and many more delicious items. Tel: 01282744244
¢ ¢ Shawarma Garage at Diplomatic Village 3 Sandwiches and other fast food, with top choices of beef shawerma and hawashi. Tel: 01210102111
¢ ¢ Kcal Healthy at Hacienda Bay Get some healthy dishes from Kcal such as Quinoa, avocado and sweet potato dish or Asian Chicken and one of the best is the Casablanca salad made of grilled Halloumi cheese, couscous, lettuce mix and rocket.
Activities
Activities For Kids ¢¢ Fun Makers at La Vista
Fun Makers is a kids’ park with inflatable rides and toys for your children to have fun while enjoying the sea.
¢¢ Sane Egypt at Lakeyard/Hacienda Bay Sane Egypt is offering activities for the kids including arts and crafts, dancing, singing, movies, acting and improvistion, and much, much more! One of the fun things your kids will be doing is The Breakfast Club that starts daily at 11 am except Fridays.
¢¢ Elite International Soccer at Bianchi Resort All summer long, EIS will offer soccer activities for boys and girls for ages 5-18, where players can commit for just a day or week as well as leagues, tournaments and beach games for adults and youth on the weekend. Tel: 01093900892
¢¢ Artastic Camp at Hacienda/ Diplomatic Village 3 A specialized art camp for children where different art mediums are provided to help children mold their character, motor skills, and encourage their imagination. Artastic camp has opened its doors this summer starting from the 17th of July but will be in Sahel until the end of August. Tel: 01006695154
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Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning
¢¢ Les Elfes International at Almaza Bay
Back to Almaza Bay once more with more activities and sessions, both indoors and outdoors. The last two sessions will start August 7th and August 14th. Kids will be sharing rooms with other kids within the same age group at Almaza Bay’s hotels.
¢¢ Leap at La Vista Resort
A wonderful venue to teach the little leapers arts, crafts, gardening and beach activities.
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¢¢ Trux at Amwaj Resort
Kids will enjoy a multitude of activities at the Fun Zone. Playground activities, art activities, and much more. Even sleepovers for kids for more fun.
Advertorial
IKEA
Celebrates Summer in Amwaj in the North Coast
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KEA is spending the summer in Amwaj Sidi Abdel Rahaman in the North Coast, beautifully turning a villa into a showroom to showcase its latest and trendiest summer collection.
This summer IKEA thinks should be all about expanding the home and seeing home surroundings through new eyes. One can embrace summer by infusing new color hues in the garden, summerhouse, chalet, on the roof top; or simply just to flavor up one or two rooms in the house. This summer, IKEA color inspiration includes lots of blue, combined with grey, beige and
of course white for the furniture; in addition to the colorful accessories from patterned textiles, frames and lighting. A festival of summer colors creates synergy in every room; from the very little detailed accessories to furniture immaculately displayed in every room. IKEA designers are also present on the ground to assist customers in their home planning and dĂŠcor for free; in addition to free delivery and assembly of purchases above EGP 25,000. IKEA villa will be in the North Coast till 31st of August from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. For any inquiries contact: 16576.
Activities for all Ages ¢¢ Golf at Porto Marina The Golf Porto Marina in El-Alamein is the only 18 hole Golf Course on the North Coast so far. We hear Hacienda Bay is prepping up a golf course too that may open by the summer of 2017.
¢¢ Adrenalin Paintball Park at Amwaj The Park specializes in providing Adrenalin-Rush activities in a very safe environment for all ages. Adrenalin offers a variety of unique untraditional activities such as Paintball, Laser Fight, Aqua Fight, Treasure Hunt, Untraditional Olympics and Roman Olympics. Tel: 012 2500 1008
¢¢ BeFit for Fitness at Hacienda Bay If you are up for challenges and toning abs, then you should join BeFit. You should be there by 11 am daily to get the most out of the training before you hit the water or lounge around on the beach.
¢¢ Ignite for Fitness at Almaza Bay Perseverance to keep you fit all summer with Ignite even after indulging in your favorite food or lazing around on a beach chair. Ignite has got you covered, offering fitness programs that are sure to push you out of your comfort zone. The coaches have trained countless athletes on an international scale and the results are nothing short of astounding
¢¢ CrossFit Hitters at Telal Resort Train and stay fit by the sea at Telal with CrossFit Hitters this summer. H.I.T-High Intensity Training- is a fitness-based entity that delivers various fitness programs that suit different levels. All training sessions are thoroughly supervised by certified cross-fit trainers.
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¢¢ Adams Dance Studio at Amwaj and Bianchi Dancing normally lifts up your mood, so imagine how dancing on the beach could take you to wonder world! This is happening with Adams Dance Studio makes the perfect blend this summer. Take your pick from hip hop, zumba, salsa, break dance, and fit-zu. Kids can join in too.
¢¢ YallaYoga at La Vista/Cascada It seems that everybody is into fitness, even when vacationing, so why not a little fitness for the peace of mind. For the first time in the North Coast, a place that offers yoga. YallaYoga is an innovative social enterprise with both a yoga educational institute and a healthy lifestyle community center, offering a variety of courses.
¢¢ Kite Village at Almaza Bay After many seasons of success and kiting fun in Hamata on the Red Sea, Kite Village has now opened its new kite station on the Mediterranean Sea, at Egypt’s beautiful North Coast.
Are you a reader? Two locations have all you desire in both English and Arabic languages ¢¢ Alef at Marina Gate 4
Find the novel that will be your companion at the beach; you will be heading back for more books.
¢¢ Diwan Bookstore at Diplomatic Village 3
The first Barnes and Noble like bookstore to open in Egypt, is offering novels and biographies to enjoy while lounging on the beach. CT-Sahel August 2016
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Night Life
¢ ¢ A m wa j This summer Amwaj will span regular weekend events by The Pool and at The Bartender venues. Both venues will be hosting two parties each week. Each party will include two live bands from Egypt’s local scene such as Funk Off, the Cadillacs, and the Meteors Project, as well as urban themed nights with artists and DJs like Ramy Djunkie and Dubzy & Co.
¢¢ Tabla at Marassi Resort Tabla has completely revamped its outlet after partnering with the creative Alchemy Design Studio. High tables, and a massive stage for DJs and singers to dazzle you all night, as well as an elegant bar and lounge section designed by Alchemy and serving delicious cocktails. Tel: 01220555550
¢¢ Tijuana Beach & Lounge at Stella Resort Located between Marassi and Diplomatic Village 3, Tijuana is a day and night spot. You can lounge by day at the beach on comfortable beanbags and lounges and at 6 pm the Club opens its kitchens to you with appetizers, Sushi, pizzas and main dishes. At night you will love the beautifully located bar, offering alcoholic and non-alcoholic concoctions. Tel: 01010009972
¢¢ Aura Arena opposite Marina 6 A weekly selection of world-class international DJs and artists from all over the world, giving you progressive music and dancing under the stars. For reservations call 01008317676 or 01152332866
¢¢ 6ix Degrees at Hacienda Bay After having another great successful summer, 6ix Degrees does not need much introduction. With its various themed nights, you will experience something different almost every time you go there. Tel: 01224566666
¢¢ The Tap North at Marassi Resort This hotspot features live, nightly entertainment from the likes of DJ Tito, Screwdriver, and American rap group Binary Star. You can also enjoy The Tap during the day by the poolside with lots of drinks to quench your thirst. For reservations call 01060000867
The Best Nights are Usually Unplanned, Random and Spontaneous
¢¢ Starting from Friday July 17th, Hacienda Bay is set to host an ongoing six-week festival of food, drink and shopping. Lasting till September 1st, Lake Yard is welcoming some of the trendiest and most popular brands in Egypt across dining and fashion.
¢¢ Martin’s Beach Club at Marassi Martin’s Beach Lounge this year teamed up with La Bodega, so with good food, perfect service, great drinks, a pristine beach with comfortable beach set up and active pool community, you can expect a super cool summer there. To top it off, you will be listening and dancing to great DJs. 18
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Advertorial
Fouka Bay White Sands, Turquoise Waters, Luxury Homes Fouka Bay Ras El Hekma opens new opportunities in Phase II of its stunning resort
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destination rich in recreation and wondrous natural beauty, Fouka Bay Ras El Hekma launched its first phase last summer with spectacular success. This Summer, Tatweer Misr is bringing to those seeking to acquire their own perfect getaway home, Phase II of this unrivaled exquisite destination on the white sands of one of the most stunning bays on the Mediterranean Sea.
an abundance of waterfront living options; ranging from waterfront villas, twin houses, town houses, standalone chalets, cabins and bungalows.
Tatweer Misr has opened a new sales office in the North Coast this summer, at Il Corte Mall in Hacienda White, to exhibit Phase II of this fascinating resort in Ras El Hekma. Guests of all ages can also delight in the diverse number of activities and amenities that Tatweer Misr has provided for your convenience allowing guests to enjoy beach life to its fullest with a range of activities that cater to all ages at the beach of Hacienda White.
Positioned amongst landscaped gardens, crystal clear lagoons and a mesmerizing backdrop of sea views, Fouka Bay is designed to accommodate a variety of housing options that foster community living at its best. All housing options at Fouka Bay are aesthetically designed to provide you with the epitome of contemporary simplicity complimented by an idyllic lifestyle. Seamlessly nestled into floating landscapes of private lagoons and sea views, homes boast wide glass facades that take in sufficient amounts of sunlight and lush garden views. All units are designed to the highest degree of luxury; a spaciously comfortable layout; and a design aesthetic that combines functional beach simplicity with true elegance.
Fouka Bay brings to fruition Tatweer Misr’s innovative vision of “Contemporary Simplicity” with clusters of “Eye-Shaped” Islands that are ideal for “one” and for “everyone”. Drawing on the ancient tradition where water was the sole deliverer of life, the development offers
Spanning nearly a kilometer of exclusive white-sand beaches, framing the tranquil waters of the new and hip destination of Ras El Hekma Bay, on the Mediterranean coast, Fouka Bay is a 1 million square meter destination beach resort offering the perfect summer getaway from the congestion of Cairo.
Restaurants
Our Pick of eating & chillingout spots ¢ ¢ Sachi at Hacienda Resort This summer Hacienda brings us toprated restaurant Sachi by the Sea. It is set in a prime location on the beach to meet all your cravings while you chill with a spectacular view. A great place for lunch or dinner. The bar situated in the middle of the outlet makes a great conversation place. Try their concoctioned alcoholic innovative drinks. You will ask for more. Open until 2 am on weekdays and 3 am on weekends. Great DJ music to accompany your meals. Tel: 0120 726 6005
¢ ¢ The Smokery at Marassi The famous Smokery is back with its top Salmon dishes, and our favourite, the Beef Teriyaki dish. Alcohol is served. Tel: 01203335903 , 01064465564
¢ ¢ The Lemon Tree at Telal/ Marassi This outdoor seating is a great place to chill out. Serves fine food for lunch and dinner. A great nightspot to watch a swinging show while dining. Adding to that, is the Lemon Tree Boutique by the beach bar displaying several local brands. Tel: 01156669995
¢ ¢ Andiamo Pizza Bar at Hacienda
A great combination of two successful entrepreneurs open Andiamo on the beach. Serving pizzas, salads and appetizers along with their special beach drinks. Tel: 0122 354 2525
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¢ ¢ Seasons Country Club at El Corte, Hacienda White This five-star rated restaurant is now in Sahel. A plethora of salads are being served such as taco and quinoa salads, appetizers and main courses such as Thai Coconut Curry Shrimp and Moroccan Couscous. If you are looking for a quick bite, you should try their shrimp or shawerma sandwich. The Club also offers catering services. Open for late lunch and dinner. Tel: 01002134422
¢ ¢ U Bistro & Bar at Telal Resort If you want to taste some sizzling shrimp specials, then head for Sea Salt by U or have some snacks and signature cocktails by the bar. Tel.: 010 6708 0707
¢ ¢ 3al Fa7m at Marina Gate 4
If you are up for a good filling meal, try this restaurant. Hawawshi cheese and olives, mombar, kebab and kofta, lamb ribs, tarb or chicken, all grilled to your liking. The restaurant also does delivery. Telephone: 19647
¢ ¢ O’Grill at Food Trux by Amwaj Famous for its grilled chicken dishes. The outlet also has a playground facility for children. Opens from 2 pm Tel: 16066
¢ ¢ Baladina Oriental Restaurant at The Platform A true taste of Egyptian food. Take your pick from foul cooked in many ways, falafel, oriental salads, soups made the way it should be, and many appetisers and tagines. From their dawar, you will get baked duck, Fattah with veal, stuffed pigeons, rice with nuts and walnut sauce chicken… and the menu goes on. And of course the Fatatry man has plentiful of innovative stuffings for your feteer. Tel: 010659 44333 22
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¢ ¢ Fish Market beside Diplomatic Village 3 This restaurant is known for its signature dishes along with a new range of delicious Family Meals, all cooked with unique recipes, and served with Fish Market’s famous salads and in-house baked bread. The Sayedeya Rice is to die for, besides the Paella Rice dish. Delivery available. Tel: 03 4104439, 01289005809
¢ ¢ Café Blanc at Marassi Resort Café Blanc’s floating restaurant serves Lebanese food and flavored shisha, with a great view of the sun setting. What more do you want? Tel: 0100 002 4037
¢ ¢ Mistiqa between Amwaj/ Blumar Resorts Head to Mistiqa for a true Egyptian and Mediterranean meal. Also serves shisha. The venue is an oasis for the hungry and restless. Tel: 012 8155 5551
¢ ¢ Halaket El Samak at Porto Marina Gate 3
If you like seafood soup, Halaket El Samak offers a variety. You should also try their Biryani rice and seafood spaghetti with a variety of sauces. The location has a sea view and a nonsmoking section. Tel: 01001704228
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¢ ¢ Ocean Basket at Porto Marina Gate 3
Their top dishes are Calamari cooked three ways and Sushi. They also offer vegetarian dishes and seared salmon and seared tuna dishes. Delivery available. Tel: 19002
¢ ¢ Mori Sushi at Diplomatic Village 3 and Marassi Resort Already established in the past few years in the North Coast, Mori Sushi still serves the best Sushi fusion on the coast. Some of their best dishes are the Minced Shrimp with Cream Cheese, Lobster Tail, and Mori’s Sashimi Cocktail.
¢ ¢ Tamara at Marassi Club House This Lebanese Bistro has been the rave since last year. Known for its makanek with potato and pomegranate dip, shaqaf grilled veal, fried Kibbeh with sumac and not to miss, the date tart with ice cream. Tel: 0127 301 6700
¢ ¢ Ted’s at Lakeyard and Marassi This establishment really offers some delicious dishes. You should try their Formaggi (four cheeses in one dish), the shrimps with garlic oil, and their famous pizzas. Tel: 012230004840 or 01223000522
¢ ¢ White Coast at Bianchi Clubhouse
The restaurant offers Mediterranean food. Already tried by Bianchi’s residents, the word that is going around, is that the food is good. Fridays will be hip hop nights and Saturday Oldies for the young at heart. Also at the Clubhouse is a sandwich joint, juice bar and drinks bar.
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Coffee Shops/ Casual Dining/ Fast Food ¢ ¢ Costa Cafe at Diplomatic Village Good appetizers, pizza and you can bring you own drinks if you wish. Tel: 01113265236
¢ ¢ Quahwit Warda at Lake Yard
Offers a variety of Egyptian food and shisha while watching soccer matches and other favorite shows.
¢ ¢ Mastaba at M-Porium Mall/ Marassi
Offers authentic Egyptian breakfasts including a variety of foul dishes, stuffed falafel, hard-boiled butter fried eggs, side and main dishes for lunch and dinner and Egyptian desserts. Delivers to Hacienda, Diplomatic Village 3 and Marassi. Tel: 011 417 33706
¢ ¢ Angie’s Place at Lakeyard
Pizzas, Waffles and Spinach artichoke dip are some of our favorites at Angie’s. Open from 10 am to 2 am daily.
¢ ¢ BRGR at Hacienda and Diplomatic Village 3
The BRGR truck serves signature burgers along with French fries. A great idea, especially when your little one gets hungry at the beach, just head there.
¢ ¢ Mince Burgers at Hacienda, Marassi and Lakeyard
Gourmet hamburgers is their specialty. But there’s more. Waffle potato bites and chicken wings served two ways, are also a must to go with your burger.
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¢ ¢ TBS at Diplomatic Village 3/ Marina 4 and 5
If you want freshly baked bread and pastries, go early to TBS and take your pick. Their croissants, donuts and cronuts are to die for. Make your own sandwiches with the toppings you desire most. TBS opens at 7 am and stays open until midnight. Tel: 16679
¢ ¢ Stavolta at Hacienda Bay
Our favorite Maadi ice cream spot is bringing it all to Sahel. Gelatos, sorbet and gelato cakes. Need we say more? Tel: 0225210065
¢ ¢ Kazouza at Lakeyard
Food trucks are becoming the latest rage on the North Coast. Another addition is Kazouza where you can get your fill of foul and falafel (especially the one stuffed with chili or eggplant.) Kazouza brought street food to you with a twist.
¢ ¢ Kyriakos at Lakeyard
Everybody loves Greek food, so Kyriakos brought their specialties to Sahel for you. Don’t miss out on the Tazatziki salad, gyros, and their mustachioed mascot.
¢ ¢ Brew and Chew at Lakeyard
Some of the best coffee flavors, side by side with their special nutella peanut butter molten cake.
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¢ ¢ Le Sahel
An outdoor place open round the clock for shisha smokers, pizza, a fusion of Mediterranean food or for sushi eaters. You can also take up a game of table tennis or foosball. Location: 550 Complex, between Hacienda Bay and Diplomatic Village 3
Fast Food Delivery ¢ ¢ Burger King
Marina 5. Tel: 16977
¢ ¢ Cook Door
Marina 3. Tel: 16999
¢ ¢ Pizza Hut
Beside Diplomatic Village 3. Tel: 0464451678
¢ ¢ Hardee’s
Beside Diplomatic Village 3/Marina 4. Tel: 0464451679
¢ ¢ KFC Chicken
Diplomatic Village 3/Marina 4. Tel: 034104437
¢ ¢ McDonald’s
Dunes Mall/Marina 4. Tel: 19991
¢ ¢ Steaks & Fries
Marina 4. Tel: 01003300081
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Shopping
¢¢ Moguib Gallery/ Ax and Beyond at Diplomatic Village 3 Ax and Beyond home accessories makes its annual way up to sahel. This time bringing along the hip brand, Moguib Gallery. Coasters, mirrors, lamps and even handbags and beach-bags with whatever print you choose are going to be available. Tel: 01001622509/2
¢¢ The Dressing Room at Amwaj/ Diplomatic Village 3 The Dressing Room is revisiting Sahel for another season, bringing us all the hippiest and hottest fashion picks right by the beach. Tel: 0227381116
¢¢ Bayt Ward at Marassi
The UAE’s pop-up shop has popped up in Sahel. Fashion picks such as @ simplymoka1, limited quantities of fashionable sandals by Layla Balbaa, Naomi hanem fashions, home accessories and summer-perfect outfits are now available.
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¢¢ Temraza-Sea Store at El Corte, Hacienda White Farida Temraz, is the designer behind Temraza evening gowns. Look for beachwear, cover-ups, kimonos and jump suits! They even have a little section with dresses for beach weddings!
Whoever said laughter was the best medicine obviously never tried shopping ¢¢ Azza Fahmy at El Corte, Hacienda White Azza Fahmy’s hand made jewelry has opened in the North Coast. The boutique unveils a styled selection of its favorite summer looks for the day and night inspired by the season’s fresh vibes. Also featuring Azza Fahmy’s signature combination of 18kt Gold and Sterling Silver fused with an array of exquisite precious and semi-precious stones in piercing summer colors, in addition to its Limited Edition 18kt gold items to contrast with this season’s bronzed shades. Contact on 0100 566 0525.
¢¢ Dolly’s
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A little bit of something, you will find there. Cool bathing suits, cover ups, beach bags, candles, towels, home accessories … etc. You will recognize some of the local brand names when you get there. Tel: 011 56667771
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¢¢ Sherwal at Diplomatic Village 3 Sherwal is a women’s ethnic readyto-wear clothing brand with a contemporary twist. Proudly made in Egypt, Hamsa masterfully combines dazzlingly prints, lustrous fabrics, and outstanding colors to create an offbeat brand. You will also find bubblzz natural bath and body care products displayed there.
¢¢ Nada Akram Designs at Hacienda, Lake Yard Trendy ready to wear clothing and beach wear. Best known for her designs on T-shirts and her mix and match patterns and colors.
¢¢ Nadim Furniture at North Coast Main Road All your garden and terrace furniture can be found at Nadim. Known for their impeccable craftsmanship, Nadim displays couches, chairs, beach items, umbrellas, picnic tables, high chairs, and much more.
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¢¢ Boho Gallery at Marina gate 2/ Marassi
A collection of unique clothing items specially designed by local young Egyptian designers. Offering all kinds of women’s apparel, evening wear, handbags, accessories, swimwear, sneakers, kimonos and kaftans
¢¢ Markaz at Dunes Mall
Markaz has opened on the North Coast offering you the charm of Egyptian handicrafts from all over the country. Household items made from all areas of Egypt, the merchandise is as authentic and local as it can get. A range of tribal-like carpets from South Sinai, handmade bed covers and throws and table cloths, originating from Sohag, pillows with distinctive designs, and a large selection of brightly-coloured scarves that make for a perfect gift.
¢¢ Kian Furniture infront of Marina
KIAN offers a big collection of solid wood bedrooms, dining rooms , living rooms, leather sofas, occasional tables, as well as rattan and PVC outdoor sets. Home accessories include lightings, ceiling fans, mirrors, rugs, curtains, curtain rods, serving plates and decorative items. Delivery service is available.
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¢¢ Amina K at Diplomatic Village 3
Eklego Design plus Amina K. Mix the contemporary touch of a Cairo-based interior design firm with a young designer’s refreshing and fashionable fabric infusion. The recipe: challenging and experimental, cooks up a tasteful and original collection of home and table accessories.
¢¢ ABn’G at Lake Yard ABn’G is a high-end store, featuring the best local and international brands.
¢¢ Beit Matta at Kalla opposite Diplomatic Village 3 Home accessories & furniture with vibrant designs, by Peter Matta, inspired from Egyptian heritage.
¢¢ 69-Sixty Nine at Marassi/ Lake Yard, Hacienda Bay An amazing collection of Hipanema swimwear and trendy handbags are among the store’s collection this summer.
¢¢ Surf Shop at Hacienda Bay
Surf Shop Egypt brings you the world’s best sand, surf, stand-up and skim boards from world renowned brands including Venomous, Bic, Oxbow and Victoria.
¢¢ Dokkan Boutique at Lake Yard, Hacienda Bay
Dokan Boutique’s furniture and home accessories are all divine. Limited edition creations, made entirely by Egyptian hands, using vintage vibes, iconic images, and quirky colours to create unique, standout items that will inject a dose of charm into any room.
¢¢ Al Haramlek at Hacienda Bay
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OTHER services
Medical Services
Pharmacy Services
¢¢ Oasis Clinic at Diplomatic Village 3
There are several pharmacies on the North Coast, here is what we recommend to approach
Oasis has consultants in all medical and surgical services including cardiology, ear, nose and throat, internal medicine, nutrition, orthopedics, pediatrics, urology and many more. Tel: 0100 4000 776/0101 6628966
¢¢ Prime Clinic A multi-service health care facility. Paediatrics, orthpedic surgery, internal medicine, cosmetic treatments. Tel: 0101 950 5555/01000 9982 82
¢¢ Nile Scan and Labs A mobile unit that comes to your door to attend to your needs in terms of medical services. The mobile van comes with trained staff, a mobile x-ray machine and mobile ultra sound. The service is open 24 hours, seven days a week.
¢¢ Dr. Adel Rabie Pharmacy Behind Ceramica Cleopatra Tel: 01004406547
¢¢ El Ezaby Pharmacies
Located in several places: Porto Marina Mall, Marina 2, 4 and 5, El Corte at Hacienda. Tel: 19600
¢¢ Seif Pharmacies
Marina 4 and Golf Porto Marina. Tel: 01331447 188 or 19199
¢¢ Bloom Pharmacy
Offering a wide section of medicinal, nutritional, health and cosmetics products. Location: Diplomatic Village 3. Tel: 01011102698. Hotline: 16350
¢¢ Tabibi This is a wonderful establishment we wrote about around three years ago. It is composed of young doctors who have opened this business to be of service 24 hours a day, all week. They offer home visits to the whole family in Paediatrics and family medicine. They also conduct phone consultations and online advice. Tel: 16724
Wherever the art of medicine is loved, there is also a love of humanity
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Hair Dressers Most recommended hairdressers in the North Coast
¢¢ Ahmed & Abdou Beauty Center
Porto Marina. Tel: 01067566666
¢¢ Kriss
El Corte Mall, Hacienda. 01001488414
¢¢ Mohamed El Sagheer
Marassi Resort – Tel: 02 2736 3501
¢¢ La Coupe - Bianchi
01273336030/01111898889
¢¢ Chez Richard
Location: Lake yard/Hacienda Bay
¢¢ Blow Dry Bar
Blow Dry Bar by Mohamed
Al Sagheer is now open in Sahel offering ladies the quick hairstyling they need to enjoy the summer season in style. Open everyday, from 12pm – 12am with a kids’ area right outside and food for every taste. The Blow Dry Bar truck is the place to go whether you need a simple blow out before a cocktail party or you’re looking to fix yourself up with the perfect hairstyle for the night’s outing. Blow Dry Bar is a concept by Mohamed Al Sagheer Salons designed to get ladies in and out within 30 minutes, looking fabulous in one of their nine signature styles. 38
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¢¢Super Markets ¢¢ Metro Market
Alex Matrouh Road, in front of Marina gate 7 Telephone: 19619/0120 8588 885
¢¢ Bassem Market
Alex Matrouh Road, in front of Marina gate 2 Telephone: 0100 1767 260
¢¢ Dokkan Shehata
Alex Matrouh Road, in front of Marina gate 2
¢¢ Zahran Market
Dunes Mall, Marassai Resort, Hacienda Bay Resort, in front Marina gate 5 Telephone: 16477/046 9224 442
¢¢ Dina Farms In front of Bianchi Resort Telephone: 19642
¢¢ Dreams Supermarket
Inside Diplomatic Village 3 and Telal Telephone: 0121 1666522
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Car Services ¢¢ Nacita Auto Care - car care service
Having trouble with your car? Nacita Auto Care will take care of it. You will find a variety of auto parts and car service essentials. Whether you are seeking brakes, tires, batteries or an oil change. A team of professionals understand both cars and the people who drive them. Location: Marina, gate 5. Hotline: 19725
Transport Services ¢¢ Uber
Uber can transport you to anywhere in Sahel all day everyday! Create a profile from the application found at your app store and you’re good to go.
¢¢ Careem
This ride is also available in Sahel. Download the app, register and book a ride, any time and any day, and their trained driver will be there within minutes. Download the app from App Store or Google play.
¢¢ 3agal Masr
Established in 2010, «3agal masr» offers high-end quality bicycle brands and models (Mountain, Road, Hybrid, Tricycles, City, Kids, BMX) as well as top of the line accessories and spare parts. It also provides the best maintenance service in Egypt. For more information: www.3agalmasr. com Tel: 0100 6653393/0102 882 666
Other Services ¢¢ Ice Breaker
If you are looking for ice cubes for your planned party, contact Ice Breaker. When you need it the most, Ice Breakers bags are available for sale at many destinations this summer. Call: 0111 807 464/583
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Pet Services ¢¢ EGY Puppy at Lake Yard/Hacienda Bay Pack lightly this summer vacation. Shop for all of your dog’s needs there. Tel: 0106 0010204
¢¢ 1DogZone at Marassai Resort Pet supplies, various flavors for all types of pets including cats and dogs. Pet accessories and toys. Tel: 0111 507 9999
¢¢ Eastwind at Alamein Hotel Eastwind offers boarding, day care, training at the facility or in-house, wash and walk services and more. Tel: 011 44299991/01128999900
House Cleaning and Maintenance Services ¢¢ Total Fix
Total fix are there for you to help with cable and satellite services such as installing dishes and making connections and repair of cable networks. They also have carpentry services, air condition maintenance and plumbing services.
¢¢ BusyBees Egypt
Professional staff and cleaning
¢¢ INO integrated services for homes INO does deep cleaning for your Sahel home. Removing all paint drops & glue traces from floors and glass surfaces. Sterilization of bathrooms and kitchens using steam machine from KARCHER. Cleans and shine light fixtures on walls and ceiling. Tel: 010 2444 5099 42
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¢¢ El Qobtain for Maintenance Services Sea Gull Zone, Marina gate 2 Tel: 0122 7256 767
¢¢ Air Flow for Air Conditioning & Cooling Telephone: 0111 2999 288/0122 0336 003
¢¢ Blue Tech for Air Conditions In front of Marina Telephone: 0102 0158 822
¢¢ Kiriazi for household appliances In front of Marina Tel: 19091/19092
¢¢ Ideal Standard for household appliances Tel: 19696
¢¢ Whirlpool for household appliances Telephone: 0100 404 5120
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How to Care for your home appliances ¢¢ Maintenance tips for washing machines to keep them running smoothly: 1. Be certain to use a good quality washing-machine cleaner once a month to clean out your washer. 2. Make sure to leave the lid or door to the washing machine open after every load as this will allow the moisture inside the drum of the washing machine to evaporate. 3. If you notice any kind of spill inside your washer, just wipe it away with a damp soft cloth right away. This is required to avoid the spill from spreading more and affecting the functioning of the machine. 4. Keep any liquids away from the control panel as things like liquid detergents or stain removers can harm the finish of the washing machine. 5. Always remember to wipe down the inside drum of the machine periodically with a damp cloth. Also, make sure to wipe down the outside of your washing machine with a damp cloth once a week. 6. Most useful tip for taking care of washing machine is to wash smaller loads. Large loads can lead to early death of your washing machine. Also do not wash your huge carpets and rubber mats in the washing machine.
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¢¢Maintenance tips for refrigerators to help them function at their best: 1. Make sure to keep the temperature 34 to 40 degree Fahrenheit inside your refrigerator, so as to keep the food fresh for long. 2. Never put hot food directly in your fridge. First, bring it to the room temperature and then only put it in refrigerator. 3. Avoid overloading your fridge and don’t keep the door open for a long time. Overloading makes the compressor work longer
¢¢ Maintenance tips for microwave ovens to enhance their productivity: 1. Avoid using plastic utensils for keeping in the microwave as they can melt at high temperatures and may cause harm to the food constituents. 2. It is very important to clean all the spills regularly inside the microwave oven so as to avoid any stains. 3. Never operate your microwave oven when it is empty. It may reduce the life of this appliance and the steam emitted could be hazardous. 4. Clean the food spills and stains inside the microwave after every use to avoid any rotten smell. 5. When cleaning this appliance, always use a soft cloth. Using harsh pads on microwave ovens often result in scratches. 6. It is necessary to clean the edges of the doors carefully as it is the integral part of the oven that saves the user from the harmful radiation emitted by this appliance. 7. Make sure that the oven door is fully closed prior to starting the microwave oven. Do not heat any sealed food container or packed food or beverage item. Always remove the seal first and then heat items to avoid explosion. 8. Never put any metal utensil or container and not even an object with metal trim inside the microwave. Always remember to remove the aluminium foil from the food item before putting them inside the microwave to avoid any fire hazard. CT-Sahel August 2016
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Beach Hacks to make your Summer Easy!
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Baby powder isn’t only for a baby’s bum. It can help kill the smell in your shoes but also it’s a beach bag essential! Baby powder removes sand from skin quickly and easily. It removes moisture from your skin that allows the sand to fall off your hair, feet, legs, etc.
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If you get sunburnt and looking for a quick relief, make aloe vera ice cubes! Aloe vera aids the skin in healing and also antibacterial. Make sure to look for aloe vera gel not a moisturizing lotion with aloe. Lotions will only trap the heat from the burn and won’t get the quick effective result.
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If you want to keep your keys, money and phone safe while taking a dip in the sea, put your valuables inside an empty sunscreen bottle or any wide plastic bottles.
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Waterproof your phone with a ziplock bag. The touch screen still works!
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Most of the time it’s difficult to find a shade for your car. The best way is to turn your steering wheel upside down, when you park. The sun will beat down the bottom part of the wheel and the top will be protected.
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A mesh laundry bag is the perfect container for all your kids’ beach toys! It sifts the sand out and keeps it where it belongs.
FOR THE 1ST TIME IN EGYPT
LIVE PERFORMANCE FRIDAY THE 5TH OF AUGUST