$1 Egyptian STREET FOOD! Cairo is Food Paradise!
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Date: 2025-03-21
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anum935-o5u
Not hating on the west or anything, correct me if I am wrong or if i am being biased. But i have seen, both in my experience and through secondary sources, that the west, especially the main countries and the other parts of the world are very different in terms of treating foriegners. The non west tends to be welcoming and adoring the guests, they are really happy to recieve them as if they are one of their own, they really take you to the very lives of theirs. But in contrast, the west doesn't usually do that. As in they tend to like have a superior mentality over the others. I understand it to be a combination of various factors including the west x non-west narrative based on the progressiveness or the development ideals. I know i moght be over generalizing. I dont know! What do you guys think
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Not hating on the west or anything, correct me if I am wrong or if i am being biased. But i have seen, both in my experience and through secondary sources, that the west, especially the main countries and the other parts of the world are very different in terms of treating foriegners. The non west tends to be welcoming and adoring the guests, they are really happy to recieve them as if they are one of their own, they really take you to the very lives of theirs. But in contrast, the west doesn't usually do that. As in they tend to like have a superior mentality over the others. I understand it to be a combination of various factors including the west x non-west narrative based on the progressiveness or the development ideals. I know i moght be over generalizing. I dont know! What do you guys think
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0esklbliulukxmn
Hi Mark, im egyptian, Hajouja does not mean aunt, Hajouja comes from the word Hajjah which literally means the person who went on Hajj in Mecca, but in Egypt we do not mean this meaning, it is mostly said to the elderly to respect them, a man is Hajj and a woman is Hajjah, Hajouja is like a pet name for Hajjah. You will also notice that the restaurant is designed in a way that preserves the Egyptian identity. The towers that you see are pigeon towers, which is a famous thing in Egypt. They are in this form in the Delta among farmers and in Upper Egypt as well. In Cairo and the cities, they take a wooden form. A wooden tower is built on top of residential buildings and it becomes a pigeon tower in which a person raises pigeons and trains them to fly and return home. It is a hobby that we love.
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Hi Mark, im egyptian, Hajouja does not mean aunt, Hajouja comes from the word Hajjah which literally means the person who went on Hajj in Mecca, but in Egypt we do not mean this meaning, it is mostly said to the elderly to respect them, a man is Hajj and a woman is Hajjah, Hajouja is like a pet name for Hajjah. You will also notice that the restaurant is designed in a way that preserves the Egyptian identity. The towers that you see are pigeon towers, which is a famous thing in Egypt. They are in this form in the Delta among farmers and in Upper Egypt as well. In Cairo and the cities, they take a wooden form. A wooden tower is built on top of residential buildings and it becomes a pigeon tower in which a person raises pigeons and trains them to fly and return home. It is a hobby that we love.
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HussainAtteya
Its crazy that a few days ago i was thinking by myself how come mark wiens still hasn’t discovered the egyptian cuisine till now and was truly hoping u would. I was so happy when i found u in my feed finally in Egypt. Im so happy u enjoyed it mark! U somehow made me satisfied as if i was back home having egyptian food haha. Ive been watching ur videos from the beginning and im proud of how successful u have become! Love from an Egyptian living in malaysia! I cant wait to try your new restaurant in thailand im already planning of visiting thailand again to try your restaurant.
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Its crazy that a few days ago i was thinking by myself how come mark wiens still hasn’t discovered the egyptian cuisine till now and was truly hoping u would. I was so happy when i found u in my feed finally in Egypt. Im so happy u enjoyed it mark! U somehow made me satisfied as if i was back home having egyptian food haha. Ive been watching ur videos from the beginning and im proud of how successful u have become! Love from an Egyptian living in malaysia! I cant wait to try your new restaurant in thailand im already planning of visiting thailand again to try your restaurant.
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AnyKeyLady
So love this series. I went solo travelling down the Nile from Cairo to Abu Simbel about 20 years ago and remember that first place! First time trying falafel and it was good. If you love history, food, culture and nature it is a great place to visit.
The Egyptian people are nice. I didn't like the hagglers that follow you to sell you things but they do leave you alone if you say no thank you politely and walk away, a bit like any tourist destination.
This is a stark difference to when Sonny went and wondered what the difference was Was it because he is American
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So love this series. I went solo travelling down the Nile from Cairo to Abu Simbel about 20 years ago and remember that first place! First time trying falafel and it was good. If you love history, food, culture and nature it is a great place to visit.
The Egyptian people are nice. I didn't like the hagglers that follow you to sell you things but they do leave you alone if you say no thank you politely and walk away, a bit like any tourist destination.
This is a stark difference to when Sonny went and wondered what the difference was Was it because he is American
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francisadams-u9l
I've traveled from South to North in Egypt. Everybody makes something as simple as Falafel totally different. Even in a city like Alexandria, everyone has their own spin on making it. You can ask, Where did you learn to make this It's always a family member who showed them how to make it. That duck looks so divine! I love Egyptian style pickles. Egyptian bread is amazing. Again, bread in southern Egypt tastes different from northern bread. I would love a huge plate of bread from Egypt right about now. It is divine!
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I've traveled from South to North in Egypt. Everybody makes something as simple as Falafel totally different. Even in a city like Alexandria, everyone has their own spin on making it. You can ask, Where did you learn to make this It's always a family member who showed them how to make it. That duck looks so divine! I love Egyptian style pickles. Egyptian bread is amazing. Again, bread in southern Egypt tastes different from northern bread. I would love a huge plate of bread from Egypt right about now. It is divine!
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algorithm1635
An American inside any Muslim country you know it in this earth = in danger of hate crimes in any second and any minute for our brothers Palestinians
Especially a f American republican = directly away from these st puppets Muslims leaders
If he is an American republican = a f zionist directly inside your country, brothers Egyptians, wake up brothers Egyptians
- north African Tunisian here speaks with you from Tunisia here
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An American inside any Muslim country you know it in this earth = in danger of hate crimes in any second and any minute for our brothers Palestinians
Especially a f American republican = directly away from these st puppets Muslims leaders
If he is an American republican = a f zionist directly inside your country, brothers Egyptians, wake up brothers Egyptians
- north African Tunisian here speaks with you from Tunisia here
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ARue-tru
Egyptian food looks delicious and healthy too, breakfast food that is not expensive, but spiced well and transformed into very delicious food, smart cooking. The method of cooking shawarma adds to the flavour of meat & vegetables, so delicious. Lamb along with the cream rice looks Wow, it's been said that before an exam a meal including beef brain is helpful.
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Egyptian food looks delicious and healthy too, breakfast food that is not expensive, but spiced well and transformed into very delicious food, smart cooking. The method of cooking shawarma adds to the flavour of meat & vegetables, so delicious. Lamb along with the cream rice looks Wow, it's been said that before an exam a meal including beef brain is helpful.
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JamesPidkowa
Just my own opinion
But Egyptian food is pretty weak more like snacks
On a global scale
But they do have the Pyramids
And a bunch of people just waiting to rip you off
Once again my opinion and the reason I will never go back
So don’t hate me for my opinion
I mean not disrespect
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Just my own opinion
But Egyptian food is pretty weak more like snacks
On a global scale
But they do have the Pyramids
And a bunch of people just waiting to rip you off
Once again my opinion and the reason I will never go back
So don’t hate me for my opinion
I mean not disrespect
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taradwan
17: 50 This is the Egyptian version of Moussaka. While it is often attributed to Greek and Turkish cuisine, its origins are actually Egyptian. Even the name Moussaka remains unchanged from Arabic, meaning the cool dish, as Egyptians traditionally prefer to eat it cold after refrigerating it.
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17: 50 This is the Egyptian version of Moussaka. While it is often attributed to Greek and Turkish cuisine, its origins are actually Egyptian. Even the name Moussaka remains unchanged from Arabic, meaning the cool dish, as Egyptians traditionally prefer to eat it cold after refrigerating it.
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farid7838
Mark is using that same old default face to make us believe the food he's eating is awesome. In reality, Egyptian so-called cuisine is plain terrible and unhealthy. If you are truly keen on enjoying Arab food there are three destinations: Iraq, Lebanon, and Algeria/Morocco.
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Mark is using that same old default face to make us believe the food he's eating is awesome. In reality, Egyptian so-called cuisine is plain terrible and unhealthy. If you are truly keen on enjoying Arab food there are three destinations: Iraq, Lebanon, and Algeria/Morocco.
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danieljackel5868
I dont visit egypt when you give me 10. 000 Dollar unfriendly no hygienic, Tourist scamers Champions League, only for temple and pyramid never, egypt cities smells bad is dirty lot of trash everywhere. Best sharwarma you can become in my own kitchen
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I dont visit egypt when you give me 10. 000 Dollar unfriendly no hygienic, Tourist scamers Champions League, only for temple and pyramid never, egypt cities smells bad is dirty lot of trash everywhere. Best sharwarma you can become in my own kitchen
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marcinzywy9444
7: 14 (sandwiches) And you did not have 'pharaoh's revenge' (as we call something like stomach flu in Poland) after fresh vegetables/fruits As far as I know, the only cure is strong alcohol before and after a meal.
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7: 14 (sandwiches) And you did not have 'pharaoh's revenge' (as we call something like stomach flu in Poland) after fresh vegetables/fruits As far as I know, the only cure is strong alcohol before and after a meal.
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lifeisgood5560
As an Egyptian living abroad, these videos bring me so much joy and pride! Thank you, Mark, and all the wonderful and kind Egyptians in the video for sharing this beautiful energy. Keep up the amazing work!
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As an Egyptian living abroad, these videos bring me so much joy and pride! Thank you, Mark, and all the wonderful and kind Egyptians in the video for sharing this beautiful energy. Keep up the amazing work!
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annierection4231
The only thing I like more than the fact that they are only wearing gloves when serving the food whilst the whole process is glove-free is the fact they loudly shout (spit) over my food whilst serving
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The only thing I like more than the fact that they are only wearing gloves when serving the food whilst the whole process is glove-free is the fact they loudly shout (spit) over my food whilst serving
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pudnbug
Mark, I think you need to do more in Eastern Europe. Try out cevapi in Bosnia, Serbia, and Romania. And have you had the mixed grill in Athens But I have to say, this Egyptian stuff is beautiful!
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Mark, I think you need to do more in Eastern Europe. Try out cevapi in Bosnia, Serbia, and Romania. And have you had the mixed grill in Athens But I have to say, this Egyptian stuff is beautiful!
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minasamymusic
ah man. I am an Egyptian living in London and you made me feel really nostalgic: ') I am so glad you enjoyed the food there. thank you for your kindness and wonderful cheerful personality!
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ah man. I am an Egyptian living in London and you made me feel really nostalgic: ') I am so glad you enjoyed the food there. thank you for your kindness and wonderful cheerful personality!
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elbroverlander
Wow! Mark you are the ultimate ambassador of food. This is one of the best food videos I’ve ever seen, truly a masterpiece. I’m very hungry now and have reconsidered visiting Egypt.
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Wow! Mark you are the ultimate ambassador of food. This is one of the best food videos I’ve ever seen, truly a masterpiece. I’m very hungry now and have reconsidered visiting Egypt.
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mytubes7834
Beside the food, not all but many of the Egyptian people will try to scam foreigners, especially who would like to visit the the famous sites of Egypt, very sad but true.
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Beside the food, not all but many of the Egyptian people will try to scam foreigners, especially who would like to visit the the famous sites of Egypt, very sad but true.
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NohaNabil-i7z
I’m Egyptian and I’d like meet you, Mark. I’ve been following you for 5 years now and you’re such an inspiration. It’s so great to have you back in Egypt.
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I’m Egyptian and I’d like meet you, Mark. I’ve been following you for 5 years now and you’re such an inspiration. It’s so great to have you back in Egypt.
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mohamedsaad643
I believe that you should be mentioning the price of these meals as it is very very cheap compared to the same quality and quantity in other countries
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I believe that you should be mentioning the price of these meals as it is very very cheap compared to the same quality and quantity in other countries
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