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

Step into a world where the magic of the holiday season meets the timeless elegance of Cairo. At Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence, every corner is alive with festive enchantment: halls shimmer with twinkling lights, fragrant aromas of holiday spices fill the air, and the anticipation of shared moments and celebrations lingers at every turn.

From indulgent sweet treats to bespoke winter spa experiences, the hotel offers an escape that balances luxurious comfort with the joy of the season. Whether gathering with family and friends or seeking a serene retreat, every detail is curated to make your festive experience unforgettable.

Dreaming of a White Christmas

Celebrate winter’s most cherished flavours at La Gourmandise, where the hotel’s masterful Egyptian pastry chefs bring artistry and tradition to life. Christmas cakes, stollen, artisanal panettone, and yule logs are crafted with love, each offering layers of texture, aroma, and flavour that evoke the warmth and nostalgia of the season.

From the first bite of a delicate sponge to the intricate marzipan decorations adorning a festive log, every creation is an invitation to pause, indulge, and savour the essence of a truly luxurious Christmas.

Christmas-Only Festive Buffet at the Tea Lounge

Elevate your holiday dining at the Tea Lounge with a Christmas-only festive buffet, available exclusively on 7 January. Curated by Chef Karim Abdel Rahman, this limited-edition experience brings together the comforting familiarity of Christmas classics with the vibrant, unexpected flavours of Egypt.

Explicitly designed to mark Coptic Christmas, the buffet turns this special date into moments of warmth, joy, and culinary artistry, creating memories that linger long after the last course.

Christmas by the Nile

This Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, the Nile provides the perfect backdrop for a festive feast that is as lively as it is indulgent. Guests gather by the water’s edge, where tables are adorned with traditional Christmas favourites alongside sizzling Brazilian specialities, offering a rich tapestry of flavour for every palate.

The evening combines the magic of seasonal traditions with the sensory pleasures of fine dining, ensuring that the joy of togetherness is felt in every dish, every conversation, and every shared toast.

A Lebanese New Year

Welcome 2026 in a lively ambience at Aura, where private cabanas by the pool offer an intimate vantage point for the night’s celebrations. Guests savour the richness of Lebanese cuisine, from delicate mezze to robust grilled specialties, while live performances and the reflections of shimmering waters create a mesmerising backdrop.

A Pan-Asian New Year’s Eve

Set sail on the docked First Nile Boat for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve, where an à la carte menu highlights the finest of Asian cuisine. From delicate sushi and sashimi to rich, aromatic curries and masterfully prepared dim sum, every dish is a celebration of craftsmanship and flavour.

As the Nile glimmers beneath the boat, the evening unfolds with a sense of adventure and elegance, turning your final night of the year into a sensory journey that blends the excitement of travel with the luxury of impeccable dining and setting.

For reservations, call +2 02 3567 2025.