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Customized: David + Robyn Immerse Themselves
A birds-eye view of Cairo David and Robyn brought their good vibes to Egypt, by way of the UK. Backpacker Concierge loved having this duo on board and we know they loved their time with us, too! The couple traversed the country, immersing themselves as much as possible, while still indulging in a few moments [...]
Customized: Thyl + Family Do Egypt Right
Lunch near Mt. Sinai’s summit After months of planning, the family decided on the perfect 10 day trip of Egypt. They experienced Cairo, cruised the Nile in utmost style, and then headed over to the Sinai Peninsula for some of the most amazing trekking (and food!) in the country. A few words from the client: [...]
Restaurant Mondays: Best of Authentic Amman
No doubt, Amman has the best of what’s around in terms of food! If eating is your thing you won’t be disappointed! This week we focus on Amman’s most AUTHENTIC restaurants.
Backpacker Concierge Founder Acknowledged by New York Times
Cairo’s Insider The Insider profiles emerging tastemakers in the fields of fashion, design, food, travel and the arts. Though he started out in advertising in Manhattan, Eric Monkaba has always had a bit of wanderlust. While vacationing in Morocco a few years back, Monkaba shared a taxi in the High Atlas Mountains with a few [...]
Qasr Twenty’s Test Kitchen
Stuffed Zucchini – aka Mahshy The talent behind Backpacker Concierge announces the (very) soft opening of their cooking school in downtown Cairo. On the heels of Egypt’s revolution, Qasr Twenty offers something never before seen in Egypt’s capital. Stay tuned for revised pictures once our stenciler has returned from Tahrir Square and we have accessorized [...]
Food + Wine Travels with Backpacker Concierge + Qasr Twenty
Premier American magazine Food + Wine traveled with Backpacker Concierge during Egypt’s January 25 Revolution. Originally intended to be a culinary tour with a primary focus on the company’s new Cairo-based cooking school, Qasr Twenty, now the magazine’s feature article will have a new stance. Stay tuned for updates in May 2011.
Feature in Condé Nast Traveler Magazine
Going local with Backpacker Concierge! Stay on the Red Sea coast with the Ababda tribe (one of the last Bedouin communities) and make the daily trek to the well, herd goats to greener pastures, and try your hand at leather handicrafts. Sorry, gents – due to cultural constraints, this is a ladies-only affair.
Customized: Robyn Has a Crush on the Nile
Excitement takes over the group Robyn invited her friends and family on a 5-night private sailing from Esna to Aswan. The three room sandal, equipped with hot showers and a private chef was just what everyone needed after a busy work year. A few words from the client: “We all had a fantastic time. Mahmoud [...]
Restaurant Mondays: Best of Trendy Amman
No doubt, Amman has the best of what’s around in terms of food! If eating is your thing you won’t be disappointed! This week we focus on Amman’s most TRENDY restaurants.
The Debut of Qasr Twenty
Cairo’s first cooking school focused on regional cuisine – Qasr Twenty.
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