Pairing Feteer Meshaltet correctly — a note on karkadeh hibiscus tea

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Feteer Meshaltet. I ordered it with karkadeh hibiscus tea and the hearty and filling elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. cumin in particular became more prominent in a good way.

koshari is considered the national dish representing the multicultural influence on Egyptian cooking. The a Nile-side restaurant is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Feteer Meshaltet with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.