What are egyptian grocery stores like?
The Grocery stores are mostly Supermarkets in the cities. There are small corner grocery or convenience stores as well. Both types of stores are ,just like those in Europe, Australia or the U.S.A. Selling the same products with a lot of the same brand names, with the weekly specials on display.The only difference is a much larger variety of Halal approved products than you see in the Western countries. As Egypt is a moderate Islamic country. The use of Halal food and food preparation is very important to those who follow the Muslim religion. You choose your groceries from the large range from all over the world, wheel them to the checkout,have them scanned and then pay by cash or credit. At the souks and markets you will see specialist stalls, selling colorful piles of herbs and spices of every type and color. Also the special ingredients necessary to bring out the fabulous taste of Egyptian food.Groceries are not usually sold there. In some suburbs of cities such as, you will see a di
