For some young Egyptians, the holy fasting month of Ramadan is not only a spiritual time, but also an opportunity to launch small businesses. It's the high season for specific goods such as sohour and Iftar meals, colorful lanterns, khayameya work and other decorations.
Serving sohour — the pre-dawn meal during the holy month — can be a profitable business during Ramadan as many people like to spend the night eating together with friends. Some enterprising young people have started to compete with big restaurants in offering good quality meals at reasonable prices in the streets, where customers can enjoy the summer breeze.
