? ON THE TUBE TONIGHT-
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If you’re going to watch a psychological thriller, why not watch one set in a beautiful sun-drenched Italian town? Netflix’s miniseries Ripley is based on Patricia Highsmith’s classic novel, The Talented Mr. Ripley, once played by Matt Damon in the 1999 movie adaptation. It’s a twisted and wild ride into the heart of obsession and deception.

Tom Ripley (Andrew Scott) is a charming con artist with a talent for impersonation and a penchant for trouble. He is tasked with convincing Dickie Greenleaf (Johnny Flynn), heir to his father’s business and fortune, to abandon the idyllic Italian coast and come back to a life of responsibility and duty. Instead, Ripley develops an unhealthy fixation on Dickie’s life, leading him down the dark road of obsession… and murder.

Even with the backdrop of dreamy Italian vistas shot in elegant black and white, Ripley is a show that will keep you guessing. Scott masterfully portrays Tom’s duality — equally seductive and unsettling, both drawing you in and repelling you at the same time. Dakota Fanning is stunning as Marge Sherwood, Dickie’s girlfriend, who isn’t afraid to raise an eyebrow at Tom’s shadiness.

Ripley isn’t a sprint, it’s a leisurely stroll along a winding coastal path. The plot unfolds at a deliberate pace, focusing on building suspense and delving into the characters’ psyches. If you’re craving an action-packed thriller, this isn’t the show for you. But if you appreciate a slow burn that surprises you constantly, Ripley is a rewarding watch.

WHERE TO WATCH- You can find this limited series on Netflix or watch the trailer (watch trailer,runtime: 1:02).

⚽ Al Ahly vs Enppi. Al Ahly is back to the Egyptian Premier League competition after almost one month of hiatus with a game against Enppi at 10:00pm tonight. The Reds are currently in eleventh place with 17 points and nine postponed games still to play.

⚽Udinese will host Inter for the last match of gameweek 31 of the Serie A at 8:45pm.The Nerazzurri remain at the top of the standings and may even further widen the gap with runner-up Milan to 14 points, provided they secure three points today.

? EAT THIS IN EID-

It’s Eid morning and you’re craving an authentic Egyptian breakfast made with premium ingredients. Who do you call?Shakour, of course. Whether you decide to pay them a visit or order in for a cozy at-home experience (if you live in New Cairo), Shakour will hit the spot. If you’re prone to sleeping in, there’s no need to worry — breakfast is served until a leisurely 2pm, so you can savor the flavors at your own pace.

Shakour offers all the heavy hitters of Egyptian cuisine, prepared using fresh, high quality ingredients. They even bake their own bread in-house, letting you take your pick of fluffy fino or some hearty baladi bread.

The must-trys: Shakour’s signature meat sandwich is a new addition we haven’t seen on Egyptian menus yet. Whichever kind of bread you choose will be filled with juicy and tender meat cubes in its delicious gravy on a bed of tahini and arugula, topped with crispy shoelace fries.

If you’re looking for breakfast food, you may want to go for the fries sandwich with labneh and olives or the fried cheese sandwich. The only greens you’ll find in any of the sandwiches are garnishes, so may want to save these for your cheat day. However, the lunch menu will give you a healthy dose of protein. Order one of the three combos they offer to get a bite of everything they have to offer.

Beyond traditional desserts and drinks: You can find the staples at Shakour, but if you want to try something new, we’d suggest you order the hibiscus smoothie to hydrate, and round the meal off with halva Shakour, made with cream ice cream topped with halva and honey.

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HAPPENING OVER EID-

If you haven’t made Eid plans, grab tickets forAmr Diab’s concert in Gouna. These fast-selling tickets are going out fast, where El Hadaba will be performing on Wednesday, 10 April. Get your tickets at Ticketsmarche.

Shaabi superstar Abdelbasset Hamouda and DJ Saddam will be taking over CJC 610 on Wednesday, 10 April at 9pm with some of the best local music this Eid. For reservations message their Facebook page.

Looking for a night of Egyptian folklore? The Egyptian Project & Rai-Na will be performing at CJC this Eid on Thursday, 11 April at 9pm. For reservations message their Instagram page.

While you’re in Gouna, check out Retrogroove.Nacelle has organized another BLOCK PARTY, featuring Kurls, Ralph Nasr, Mario Gharios, Aly Geode, B2B, and Jess. Early Bird tickets for Thursday, 11 April are available here. Release passes for Friday, 12 April are coming soon, but you can grab your all-access tix for both days of BLOCK PARTY now.

Party it up with One Tribe. Amémé, Laolou, Nenahalena, and Abou Samra are performing at Cubix Gouna on Friday, 12 April. Grab tickets to Venture’s Plus Weekend here.

Celebrating in Sokhna? Catch the Mathame AV Show, brought to you by Ulter, on Palm Beach on Wednesday, 10 April. Chase that party with performances by Olympe, Ashmawy, and Yo-lan-da the day after, on Thursday, 11 April. You can snag tickets here.

Staying in C-Town? There are plenty of parties to fill up your holiday here too. Belgian producer Oscar and the Wolf is taking stage at the Giza Pyramids on Thursday, 11 April. Early bird tickets are already sold out, so don’t miss your chance to grab some from Wave 1 here.

…or you can cruise your way to CJC 610’s Autobees El Sahra nighton Friday, 12 April at 9pm. For reservations message their Facebook page.

German DJ Stephan Bodzin is also performing live at the Giza Pyramids on Friday, 12 April. Early bird tickets are sold out, and wave 1 tickets are now out and can be found here.

HAPPENING LATER-

Mark your calendars for AUC’s CultureFest. This event — held at AUC Tahrir from Wednesday, 17 April to Monday, 22 April — is a celebration of the Cairene spirit. Panel discussions about Cairo’s history, people, and evolving culture will kick off the festival, and will be accompanied by live music, a book bazaar, a local market, and art exhibitions. Register for the event here.

Metro Boomin is landing in Egypt. The hip hop icon behind your favorite chart-toppers by the likes of Drake, Future, and Post Malone will be taking the stage at Kundalini Grand Pyramids on Tuesday, 30 April. Tickets are unfortunately sold out.

Amal Maher will perform at The Marquee Theatre at Cairo Festival City on Friday, 19 April at 9pm. Tickets are available on Ticketsmarche.

? UNDER THE LAMPLIGHT-

The Stolen Coast is a heist novel that mixes old tales with new problems. The book is set in present-day Onset, Massachusetts where Jack Betancourt, a Harvard-educated lawyer, known as The Ferryman, aids people in starting new lives by providing them with false identities and lodging in vacation cottages.

Jack’s father, a former spy, is his partner. Unexpectedly, Elena, a woman from Jack’s past with a dubious history, seeks his help to steal diamonds from her boss's vacation home. Despite Elena’s troubling past, Jack agrees to assist her in the heist, entangling himself in a dangerous scheme.

Think of it as a written blend of The Sopranos and Kaleidoscope, it’s the perfect book for the pre-summer escape that’ll give you the same excitement and thrill — and who doesn’t love a good heist story? The New York Times summed it up best, describing the book as “ A Beach Town Where Broken People Go to Disappear.”

You can find the book on Amazon.