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(by Cristiana Missori) (ANSAmed) - CAIRO, JULY 2 - Eat sushi, taste Thai, Indian, Greek, Italian, Lebanese and French dishes, have an aperitif at sunset, seating on the bank of the Nile, nibbling the typical appetizers of babaghanouch and tahini, or dance into the night, these are only several of the numerous possibilities which the most fashionable places in Cairo - just like the ones in western cities - offer to their customers. At Sequoia, white sofas covered with colourful cushions, soft curtains instead of a ceiling and hundreds of candles, guarantee rarefied and sophisticated atmosphere. Outside, luxury cars and security guards indicate that only the "right" people are allowed in the place. Situated on the island of Gezira, in the chic quarter of Zamalek, this lounge bar allows its visitors to sit literally "in the middle of the Nile". There are few but unquestionable conditions to gain access: obligatory reservation and no veil. "This is probably the only place in the country to have banned its visitors from wearing a hijab, despite the fact that the owner is an Egyptian," said Christine, a young customer. The menu is international: Japanese cuisine, along with Italian specialities and local dishes. Those who are not hungry can always sip a cup of mint tea and smoke a shisha - the typical water pipe - always kept lighted by diligent waiters dressed in white. The list of drinks is complete like in any western bar. On the other side of the river, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Giza, is situated "Club 35", a bar frequented by the Egyptian jet set. Again near the pyramids stands "Andrea", famous for its roast chicken. It is difficult to find but, according to its guests, it is a true jewel where one can have an open-air snack during daytime. In the evening, however, from November to March, the internal halls decorated in Byzantine style are turned into a night club. To those who love varied dishes, "Sangria" - downtown Cairo and offering a breathtaking view to the Nile - gives the opportunity to dine inside or out on the balcony and to choose between Mediterranean specialities, Japanese cuisine or opt for the more classical hamburgers. Once one has had a bite, they can always order a narghile or go downstairs to "Absolute". Here, young Egyptians and foreigners of all ages dance to Middle East pop music and western hits. Finally, among the numerous boats moored along the Nile, two enjoy the most exclusive clientele. The "Blue Nile", preferred during the summer for its deck with live music, and "Pacha 1901", with its ten restaurants which offer meals from all corners of the world, among them "Tarbouche-Akl Zaman" where typical Egyptian food is served, "L'Asiatique", which offers Chinese, Thai and Japanese cuisine and the obligatory Italian territory, "Piccolo Mondo". (ANSAmed).