

Bundt Cake with Cream Cheese and Orange
During the holidays, orange fills the kitchen as a soft bundt cake brings simple, homemade joy.

Smiki's Corner
Jan 1


A Gathering in the Making_Flavors from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and My Kitchen
Bringing Middle Eastern flavors and home favorites together for a cozy gathering.

Smiki's Corner
Dec 20, 2025


Raffaello Slices
Coconut, white chocolate and hazelnut perfection.

Smiki's Corner
Dec 17, 2025


Labyrinths of the Past — Bab Al-Futuh, Al-Mu’izz & Khan Al-Khalili
A journey through Cairo’s past and present streets, bazaars and the timeless pulse of the city.

Smiki's Corner
Dec 10, 2025


A Wonder of the Ancient World The Pyramids and the Sphinx
If Cairo has a heart that has been beating for thousands of years, it lies in Giza, where the pyramids rise from the sand and defy time.

Smiki's Corner
Nov 30, 2025


Pan-fried Chicken with Mash Potato & White Cabbage Salad
A comforting family classic crispy pan-fried chicken, creamy mash and a fresh white cabbage salad.

Smiki's Corner
Nov 4, 2025


October in My Mother’s Courtyard
Step into my mother’s autumn courtyard, where harvest, laughter and love linger.

Smiki's Corner
Oct 31, 2025


A Museum That Breathes History_The Egyptian Museum
In front of Tutankhamun’s golden mask, time stands still. In a room where photography is not allowed, only silence remains an eye to eye encounter with the most famous face of ancient Egypt. A moment that cannot be captured on camera, only remembered in the heart.

Smiki's Corner
Oct 30, 2025


Mahshy Vegan Cabbage Rolls
These vegan Middle Eastern cabbage rolls, mahshy, combine fragrant spices, tradition and comforting plant based flavors.

Smiki's Corner
Oct 25, 2025