Garden City travel tips

Aug 1, 2024 • 3 min read

Home to 23 million people, magical and maddening Cairo is the largest urban area in Africa and the Middle East.

It started with a phone call out of the blue. Like many celebrity chefs, Tom Colicchio–the charismatic head judge on Bravo’s Top Chef–had been approached about partnerships before. But something about this one, with The Jersey Tomato Co., resonated with the eight-time James Beard Award-winner and chef/owner of acclaimed restaurants Craft and Temple Court (New York); Craft Los Angeles; Heritage Steak and Craftsteak (Las Vegas); and Small Batch (Garden City, New York).

The beauty of New York State lies not just in its landmark attractions, but also in the places in between – the foliage-blanket hills of the Catskills , the serene stillness of the waters in the Finger Lakes and the silent strength of the peaks of the Adirondacks .

Cairo is a vibrant and exciting destination for travellers from all over the world. From the ancient Pyramids of Giza to the bustling markets and bazaars, the capital of Egypt is a city steeped in history and culture. However, it’s vast and sprawling so deciding where to stay can be overwhelming. That's why we've put together this guide to help you find the best areas to stay in Cairo.