Abo Sherif

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"Abo Sherif, a family-run shop, is cherished by its community for its flaky feteer, a multilayered pastry staple that has roots dating back to ancient Egypt. The dish has evolved over the centuries into several iterations: In urban areas like this one, it’s generously filled with a variety of cheeses, vegetables, and/or meats based on the customer’s preference (while in countryside homes, it’s typically served with an assortment of side dips like fresh cheese, honey, and molasses mixed with tehina). There are also sweet versions that can include clotted cream with honey, halawa (Egyptian halva), or other tantalizing options. The skilled feteer-makers at Abo Sherif take pride in turning the process into a performance, tossing, flipping, and stretching the dough before launching it into the oven." - Laila Hassaballa