The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

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The sun’s out, the streets are sizzling, and your usual coffee order just isn’t cutting it anymore. Lucky for us, Cairo’s cafés and cult-favourite spots are rolling out their summer menus, packed with bold flavours, icy treats, and drinks that are basically air-conditioning in a cup. From chewy-textured boba to collab scoops and technicolour energy boosts, here’s what’s new and worth sipping across the city this season.

Ritsa Boba at PÀO: Boba That Bites Back

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After what we can only imagine was a brainstorm over too much caffeine and not enough restraint, PÀO has introduced Ritsa Boba, a new take on the classic pearl. Less squishy orb, more chew-with-purpose. Ritsa is textured, spiked, and proudly stubborn. It’s for those who sip slowly, chew mindfully, and want their bubble tea to fight back. Now available at all PÀO branches, best enjoyed if you floss regularly.

Dara’s x V7 Pink Lemonade: Summer’s Sweetest Scoop

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Your favourite scoop shop just gave us another reason to stop pretending we’re on a diet. Dara’s Ice Cream has teamed up with V7 to serve a limited-edition Pink Lemonade flavour that’s as photogenic as it is refreshing. It’s citrus, it’s sweet, it’s summer in a cup, and yes, it’s a collab we didn’t know we needed.

SAINTS’ Summer Smoothies: Matcha Meets Melon

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SAINTS is keeping things cool with two smoothie staples making a strong seasonal comeback with their Watermelon and Caramelised Banana Matcha: hydrating, nostalgic, and just the right amount of extra. Whether you’re after fruity refreshment or a matcha moment with a twist, Saint has your cravings covered.

Raf’s Ginger Lemon Mojito

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Raf‘s fan-favourite Ginger Lemon Mojito is back for the summer, and honestly, it tastes like the season itself. Zesty and ice-cold, it’s the kind of drink that belongs in your hand post-beach, post-office, or basically whenever you need a palate reset.

Koffee Kulture’s New Summer Lineup: Energy Meets Escape

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Koffee Kulture just dropped a summer menu that reads like a Gen Z mood board: Purple Red Bull, Mango Passion Iced Tea, and a Mango Strawberry Matcha that looks as good as it tastes. Bright colours, bold flavours, and the caffeine kick to keep you going through Cairo’s hottest days.