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From Seafood to Quails: Must-Try Delicacies in Alexandria

July 1, 2023
Alexandria, Egypt. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock.

When meeting people from other Egyptian governorates, it is not uncommon for Alexandrians to hear the sentence: “I love to come to Alexandria for one day to eat seafood.” However, to truly make the most of an Alexandria food trip, it is worth visiting the unique local restaurants and cafés that offer delicacies rarely found elsewhere with such quality. Consider this guide an invitation for visitors to extend their stay and try everything else the city has to offer. Mohamed Ahmed There is a unanimous agreement among Alexandrians that Mohamed Ahmed serves the best traditional Egyptian breakfast in Alexandria, and even in all of Egypt for some. Specialists in foul (fava beans) and falafel, Mohamed Ahmed never disappoints. The menu also includes other distinctive dishes like gebna ma’leya (fried cheese) and mesaa’a (fried eggplant in tomato sauce). If deciding what to order from the extensive menu is challenging, the welcoming waiters are more than happy to assist. The walls of the iconic restaurant are filled with pictures of famous visitors from Egypt and around the world. Delices A mere three-minute walk from Mohamed Ahmed, Delices is a café located in…


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