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Khufu's, overlooking Giza's Pyramids, offers Egyptian cuisine with a modern twist. Khufu's / Instagram

Masterminds of Khufu's Egyptian restaurant celebrate being named Mena's best

Duo behind Giza restaurant celebrate industry award, share their admiration of Dubai's Orfali Bros and champion food's power to unite

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Gaza's governing committee to enter strip as Israel keeps iron grip on border



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