Escaping Egypt!! Oasis Desert Food and Leaving!!!

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1. BAHARIYA OASIS
🇪🇬BREAKFAST: Mix together tomatoes, bell peppers and Kishk.
🇪🇬GRILLED SHEEP: Chop lamb parts and season with onion, salt, lemon & black pepper. Grill.
🇪🇬SHEEP HEART & LIVER: Season with onion, tomato, salt, cumin and black pepper, and cook.
🇪🇬KAPSA: Rice and lamb parts, seasoned with salt.
🇪🇬TURNIP: Slice turnip into small pieces and serve.
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Hey, I’m Sonny! I’m from the US but I’ve been living in Asia for 10 years and started making food and travel videos to document my experiences. I travel to different parts of the world, hunting down and documenting the most unique food each country has to offer.
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[@TraveldenganDon]

Your consistency and quality of content never disappoints!

[@The-ZebraFinch-Channel]

Very depressing for me

[@zainali2559]

PAKISTAN IS NEXT 😊

[@Kurama420]

Next time, check the tour guide and have alternative in case

[@gisannramharack6332]

Proud of u sonny and ur team.

[@sarhan5568]

Sonny, as an Egyptian I have to say thanks for not giving up. You gave us a good quality series despite the challenges. I loved the filming, the interactions and the optimism. The music was also on point. Props to you and your team. I was really hoping you'd be back again if things get better but I can't really blame you. Wish you luck in next adventures. BTW your videos reached out local news in Egypt. Hopefully this will be one of the reasons to spark the light of change.

[@liliangomes7658]

Damn he's probably banned there

[@fikrinovani9864]

what is the news say on there? im really curious

[@joshyycute5823]

Any details on that local news?

[@rndm6186]

What's the news

[@kareem54592]

for those asking they’re not saying much they’re just reporting what happened

[@Patterrz]

I'm impressed you guys were able to make much a high quality series on just a phone camera

[@musashi542]

on just an "IPHONE" camera

[@Liverpool1616]

I know a few youtubers that only use Iphones. I was amazed when they came out and talked about it lol. I was in shock

[@alpha34098]

That does tell you of how tech has advanced (specially with Apple's products) to the point you don't really need heavy equipment to shoot professional videos. Of course is nice to have it since they're designed for it

[@larsstougaard7097]

Ahmed The Producer is soo proud too 🐫🐫🐫

[@andysmith-vi1bo]

Imagine what they could have done with a Samsung galaxy phone ...... 10X better, but as you said awsome job

[@ozy-og]

Ebrahim and his friends are so friendly and nice, they’re personality was amazing, this was a great episode

[@ahmedeletnawy3709]

I'm from Egypt, thank you for your opinion, welcome to Egypt anytime 😊❤

[@ericking1000]

@@ahmedeletnawy3709 Ahmed what would you suggest for someone not from Egypt to try to eat ?

[@wardmahmoud827]

@@ahmedeletnawy3709 اتفضحنا يسطا 😂😂

[@ahmedeletnawy3709]

@@ericking1000 koshary❤. Mo Salah likes it❤

[@ahmedeletnawy3709]

@@wardmahmoud827 ادينا بنحاول اصلح اي حاجة ك مواطن غلبان😂

[@Rawan-kd9vq]

Awww. Ibrahim looks so proud of his turnips.

[@Bearded-Foodie]

It seems it’s a universal thing that people in rural areas are laid back, friendly and hospitable no matter what country they’re from!

[@ferraricarpaccio1811]

Probably not in the USA or UK though

[@shadowsnipes9242]

Rural people are usually nice (imo) because 1. They live in small communities so making trouble is always going to comeback to bite you and 2. Usually they have limited internet access so communication with the outside world isn't all too often (plus they get to avoid all of the drama and their emotions aren't being oversaturated by media)

[@shadowsnipes9242]

@Winged Hussar I've never lived in a large city but I can see how that would be stressful, so many people engrossed in their own world. With so many lives surrounding you it would be hard to think of any but your own

[@BKiggin]

@@ferraricarpaccio1811 not true, you just need to respect the residents in rural areas. Same way you would when abroad.

[@corablue5569]

@@ferraricarpaccio1811 I’m not sure where you’re from, but it sounds like you’ve lumped all Americans in with places like NYC, Atlanta, Chicago, and LA (California). That is a TINY portion of the US. I’ve been all over this country, and traveled abroad, and even in those seemingly “rude” places I have rarely encountered rude people. However, most people in the US are hardworking, friendly, helpful, and downright caring. North Carolina, Kentucky, West Va, Ohio, Minnesota, Texas, Florida, Nevada, San Diego- not to mention Georgia and South Carolina- from one end to the other there are millions of kind people with good souls and open hearts who welcome strangers… exactly as Sonny has shown all over the world. The US is absolutely no different. Peace

[@Baba_Wawa]

This whole series has been a good example of how government practices & mentalities don’t always represent the views, feelings, & attitudes of its people. There are so many kind, friendly, open, giving people who live in countries where they have to live with attitudes, rules & edicts that go against or don’t represent their personal values. Just because a government is corrupt it doesn’t mean the people are, I know where I live that’s definitely a sentiment much of the public shares. I appreciate Sonny being so honest & open. I also am thankful he didn’t let the bad experiences taint his perspective & kept searching for the positives!

[@Tlowd2]

Doesn’t that means that those in the Gov’t are considered above all things - Outsiders…

[@Hanibul_Lecktor]

Go to the Food Ranger's channel, he's also in country and having zero issues Sonny is.

[@feeltherose]

@@Hanibul_Lecktor i think thats a bit blissful thinking. I'm sure trevor have his own issue but I'm guessing that hes trying to avoid the political side and focusing on food. Both have their own unique pov and that is all that matters.

[@lalaacropa6321]

@@feeltherose I agree, I think sonny just decided to put it into the videos to create more of a raw feeling

[@AdiusOmega]

Yea but it takes PEOPLE to make a government run and these people are simply idiots. Take a stupid man and give him even a smidgen of power and you get what you see here.

[@kickassssnation027]

Man, Ibrahim and the others made this Egypt experience so much better. The look on his face with pride as he pulled those giant turnips will leave me filled with pride for his work too.

[@suprafive]

Amazing production guys, you did a wonderful job despite all the stress with the local police. I absolutely love all the content, keep up!

[@naxgulengames9863]

Production great! Producer... Not so much.

[@eduardochavacano]

Imagine if that happen to other vloggers. They wont be able to soldier on. So he really is a star.

[@RAVEN_SPRING_]

Shout out too Ebrahim and his friends for showing us his beautiful culture and way of life❤️🇨🇦 really saved the vibe of Egypt

[@prabhatlamichhane8505]

Habibi

[@genie7190]

My favorite part of this series; when you spent time with actual people, true Egyptians, they treated you with a manner of respect. This episode in particular. I wish the police and government interactions you had would not have distracted from the moments like this, but you wouldn't be able to tell the story of YOUR Egypt trip without them. Every interaction in this episode makes me want to spend time there, but knowing all the other events that transpired really cements the "Yea, no." for me.

[@oaklme]

They treated him with respect cuz he payed alot.

[@darkmode2480]

@@oaklme no the Egyptians are nicely

[@mahaadel633]

@@oaklme نسيت : من كان يؤمن بالله و اليوم الاخر ،،، فليقل خيرا او ليصمت ،،،

[@katrabbit]

Very well put. It's typically the governments which create the situations where its citizens are made to live these kinds of lives.

[@oaklme]

@@mahaadel633 و نعم بالله بس ده مشكلة و اول خطوة لعلاج المشكلة ده الاعتراف بيها . ده مش باطل علشان اسكت عنه.

[@othmankhaled7049]

I'm Egyptian from the Oasis, and I'm very happy you had a good time here and all our guests are welcome here and anywhere in Egypt. Sorry for some of your bad experience in our country we are very sad about it. We Egyptians always welcome our guests and try our best to show them our beautiful country so sorry again🤍🙏

[@matimus100]

Superstitious nonsense

[@nurousek123]

I really love how respectful Sonny is to other people, culture, tradition! The best food review channel! Also, please visit Kazakhstan!

[@lvsoad22]

@Jacko Sargs Not really, it’s just pretty sparse. It’s much safer than Egypt or many of the other places he’s been.

[@nurousek123]

@Jacko Sargs it’s pretty chill. I mean, people are nice, but policemen not so much. They always want bribes from you… but there is no gangs or whatsoever you said 😅

[@raptor4895]

@Jacko Sargs You say that like the police in the west are much better, they are just less blatant about bribery. The people in these less well off countries have a viable reason to accept bribes, as their pay just isn't even enough for them to survive. While in places like the US where police STILL take bribes(even though they get paid more than enough to survive, it is purely greed). Its just hypocritical saying you wouldn't have these problems in the West, as there are still many many gangs all over the west.

[@ultraviolet9677]

I think he already did

[@nurousek123]

@Jacko Sargs I would say that Kazakh people are one of the nicest ones. Watch the show with Ewan McGregor. The hospitality is on a different level.

[@gisannramharack6332]

Sonny despite the challenges u still displayed a high level of professionalism. Great series guys. Support from Trinidad and Tobago

[@OmogeVblogTV]

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[@magna_3923]

🙌👌

[@shawnsamsundar94]

👍🇹🇹

[@Renegadeproject]

Sweet Trinidad 🇹🇹

[@heavy1metal]

Despite the negative, the interaction with the family in the desert was very heat warming. They genuinely seemed so very nice.

[@kevinkincaid8212]

The desert family was also my favorite.. very humble nice people.. very welcoming.. if more people were like this the world would be a better place

[@harlequin2614]

@@AmoryYemeni I did not get that impression at all…from what I watched sonny seemed the most happy and laid back with the oasis village. He liked the food and enjoyed his time he even said as much

[@readquranandlearnaboutisla592]

The clear Qur'an translation

[@ariffurqan9862]

Yeah if you came here you will shocked because here is very different from what the west propaganda told

[@leaveme3559]

yo are there no women there ?....

[@aminaslama5253]

I am an egyptian and that video made me cry actually.. am so sorry you'd been through all of that.. But unfortunately this is how we live such a big prison.. I really hope everything will be better soon and you'll consider visiting Egypt again

[@slahlotfi]

يا حنينة

[@silvrliit]

An eye opening view on Egypt a place I’ve always had on my bucket list. The oasis people of this video seem far more calm rich in spirit and hospitality redeeming to the compliment of stressed peoples in the city. I’m glad you were able to show us their foods and a bit of their lives. Without seeing their families who must be in the villages they seem beautiful in heart and habitation.

[@toothpastehombre]

Those farmers were pure redemption. Best episode from Egypt

[@larsstougaard7097]

Yes true , it is Easter 🐣 after all

[@lizmuncey4270]

⁰

[@princephilip6623]

What was the titles for his videos of Egypt though he was treated nicely by the locals?

[@MeMommyEms]

This comes to show that Egyptians are wonderful people. They are just victims of a corrupt government and bad circumstances. They have a kind heart that can never be changed by that.

[@tete1445]

Thank you. It's not corrupt government, we are controlled by a tyrannical force called the Egyptian army. So the president and his so-called "government" are all just different facets of a military oligarchy. And it's been this way for more than 80 years...

[@ahmedsabry1613]

yes so true people themselves are kind and so generous and welcoming ...but the problem that sonny had is the same we Egyptians had under dictator regime

[@agsawi3870]

@Ralf dear we are more than 105 million Egyptian if we assume 1%of the population is bad that's more than one million .. away from the gov you would love it there .. there is some magic pulls you back to it but unfortunately we have been through a lot ..in a simple words the army f***ed us up

[@mohamedatef2383]

Hope you enjoyed your time in Egypt despite all the difficulties you had. Alsi huge thanks to the Egyptian people who live in the oasis, you gave Sonny very good experience to share with the world, you were very friendly and happy and decent, and You made all the Egyptians proud and Happy. رجاله الواحات شرفتونا ♥️

[@mornmorn]

He deserved every bit of respect for letting others see how another country is in its raw environment.

[@ModelosPR]

The look of pride and satisfaction on people's faces when he tells them the food is good is what makes this series.

[@avbiker]

100% agree!

[@rainbowofboxes8021]

Dude is brave af! I would of starved, the food looks gross. I don't eat meat xD

[@abdulrasheedshifanbeats]

@@rainbowofboxes8021 what r u doing here

[@rainbowofboxes8021]

@@abdulrasheedshifanbeats he is very entertaining!! 😆

[@saharakarri6011]

@@rainbowofboxes8021 aww sucks for you:/

[@sunilbisht]

Despite the challenge… they paid tribute to the people of Egypt and showed it positively. Very professional.

[@thelukephone]

I've always dreamed of going to Egypt, but seeing how much corruption and difficulty surrounds tourism has made me realize that I will probably never get to go there. Thank you Sonny for your willingness to share this experience, keep up the great work!

[@user-gd8en1km2g]

Dear . iam egyptian and say that Honstly the country try with full of its power to increase the tourism and reduce all obstacles. Try to viste egypt and you can touch it . please dear dont make any judgement on my lovely country egypt until you hear alot of opinions. there are many youtubers who liked egypt . anyway you are welcom anytime 😊

[@othmankhaled7049]

You're entitled to your opinion, but you can search many videos and none of them had these issues. Unfortunately, sonny's experience wasnt great and we Egyptians feel very bad about. If you ever change your mind, you're always welcome ❤️

[@mastrDC]

I was there last week. And its just a terrible place to be. Not as bad as in this video, but still. I will tell everyone to avoid it.

[@othmankhaled7049]

@@mastrDC that's fine :) Everyone's entitled to their opinion. Safe travels.

[@jemmaj2919]

I crossed it out of my list long time ago, as a female solo traveller, that place is no go. Theft ofyour belongings, sexism, sexual harassment in public transport, it is just not worth spending your time and money there. Other places in Africa are a better option for similar experience. I don't know anyone who went there and didn't have issues and returned happy

[@Luna-cf6fk]

This series might have been my favorite so far. I love how far out of Sonny's comfort zone it delved (sorry Sonny) because it resulted in footage that felt raw and honest and overall honestly beautiful. The way your team, through all of the hardships, was able to capture the beauty of a culture even in flawed and at times unsafe circumstances was such a very rare look into the life of a real world traveler, not just a tourist. 10/10 Thank you.

[@moojuice369]

I believe this is how true Egyptians are. They are kind, friendly and welcoming hosts brimming with honesty and politeness. The rural ones seem to not to have been polluted with evil intentions like many of the urban ones. Love this last episode the best since you see how you should have been treated. 👍👍😉😉😄😄

[@question7615]

Egypt in general is always a rollercoaster. I know this because I am egyptian and I live in the US. The people there are often very nice and religious but when it comes to legal matters, it gets so unfair very easily and very fast. I hope what you got out of this series is that we are fun and welcoming people, but the government is corrupt

[@PizzaManIsHere]

@@question7615 Of all the languages in the world, You chose to speak facts.

[@PizzaManIsHere]

@Ralf What's haram? Rebellion against the ruler is haram but my reply is agreeing that the government is corrupt and not just saying remove the president, addressing problems isn't rebellion fam.

[@mehrdadk.6816]

@@question7615 It's all shit

[@heroe1486]

@Ralf Rebellion against the ruller is in fact Haram. But what about a ruller that doesn't have any ligetimity in Islam ? Do you really believe your corrupted presidents have the legitimacy of a khalif ? While 1) Not being elected/named by the rules of Islam 2) Spreading corruption into their land. I don't believe so and thus don't think it's Haram. It'd be like saying it's ok being governed by the devil and don't fight against him. Maybe that's what these rullers don't want you to think. But Allah know best.

[@djallalnamri1]

I find that for a series that started badly at Cairo airport, this last episode at the oasis of Al-Bahariya is a superb epilogue because in the media we hear about and we only see the oasis of Siwa so for me it's a discovery of these other oases that we don't know as non-Egyptians thanks to Sonny and The Iphone gang (lol!). Thanks for sharing and see you next! Greetings from Algeria!

[@user-gm8zx9my3q]

مجرد سؤال : كم عدد الدول العربية و المسلمة التي صور فيها صاحب القناة غير مصر ؟؟؟؟؟؟

[@dragonscout79]

@@user-gm8zx9my3q he's done a few trips to the middle east I think?

[@SHANGDANGLER]

@@user-gm8zx9my3q Oman and Egypt

[@nanamohammed20]

عندنا واحات الداخلة والخارجة والفرافرة و واحة سيوة ومحميات زي وادي الجمال ووادي علبة كلها ليها خصوصية بعيد عن المدن

[@khadeejataylor2475]

Can I just say I'm so proud of how.far this program has come we upgraded to the millions in views and it's beyond great only bigger and better videos and who knows where Sunny is gonna take his team it's gonna be epic!

[@dennismhac23]

That was amazing. I felt like i visited Egypt after watching this. The Oasis was incredible!!!!!! Just seeing all the natural ways the way they feed themselves was very organic and refreshing.

[@VIRTUALJAPAN]

Despite being shot on iPhones, it turned out amazingly well! Big props to your team! Maybe they don’t even need the big gear anymore 😅

[@alpha34098]

That does tell you of how tech has advanced (specially with Apple's products) to the point you don't really need heavy equipment to shoot professional videos. Of course is nice to have it since they're designed for it

[@muhammedaytekin6665]

It's mostly thanks to the sunny environment in Egypt. Modern smartphone cameras make really good photos when there's enough light. It would've been a different story in cloudy countries like germany. Especially in low light environments the iPhone would've struggled a lot.

[@kornkernel2232]

To be fair most flagship smartphones really have impressive camera that most people might not be able to tell the difference. The limitation of these phones are generally on low light (which is already pretty capable) and limited camera controls like aperature for example. But at the end it is the skill of the user that matters the end, not the tool.

[@2009samiy]

i can hear the cast panicking at the sound of this

[@SnOw3005]

Credit to all of his team the beauty they captured after all the torture they went through. Its the beauty that only human heart can perceive and the feeling they put on to making this trip a success, salute to him and all his crew members. ❤️‍🔥

[@Iamllumash]

I loved the humble indigenous desert dwelling God loving gracious people of Egypt

[@jepkip2676]

I have been watching your videos. I can't pinpoint a single video that I didn't finish watching. You are wholesome. Your heart,your understanding and your trust in every community you meet is incredible. 🇰🇪🇰🇪

[@Erick902]

Sonny, after shooting this episode just with your iPhones… I am really impressed and encouraged to also just use my phone to show the world some of the Namibian food adventures. Kudos to you and your team. I love your work.

[@Suleiman_Roronoa]

You’re the most wanted man on Egyptian media! All respect to you and your work…always loving it 😊

[@Therealcarolinaguy]

Because he told the truth. Shows you the culture.

[@B4DR003]

@@Therealcarolinaguy No the opposite actually his videos caught attention in Egypt and got people annoyed at the stupid bureaucracy of the government for confiscating his camera

[@gergergrw]

@@B4DR003 and i hope that is the start of their government to change

[@kanedaku]

Really? 😁 Since we cant post links anymore, have you got an article name to search for?

[@tsham5940]

@@Therealcarolinaguy the regime not the culture….

[@brokenmedic9133]

I wish the entire country was like THIS. What an awesome opportunity in an truly historic country. These guys are amazing hosts and humans. Much love from 🇺🇸 🤙

[@simply_geri]

i love this series. Just plain honesty & love for the craft. You were very much respectful to other cultures despite the challenges you encountered. Though you had some traumatic experiences you managed to make this video have a wonderful turn. Thank you sir for your patience & hardwork! Thank you to your team for sharing the same spirit as you! May you guys continue to prosper because of your great attitude in life❤

[@klila16]

This was a beautiful episode. I’m sure you’re going to be popular with the common people, no matter which country you’re in people are suspicious of law enforcement, I’m sure the situation in Egypt it is especially hard for them right now. Good job being realistic and showing the positive side of this beautiful culture!

[@sitandchill2897]

I actually loved this episode. Glad you're safely out of there, but also because Ahmed, Ibrahim and the folks at that oasis were really kind and chilled. Its good you saw this side to Egypt. I'd like to go there one there just to chill with those folks and have some kabsa too. They got a website? They should thnk about setitng up some kind of traveller lodge.

[@hdo4ever]

It would be cool for them to get more business over the scammers in the big cities.

[@oaklme]

U could search on siwa osais there are some authentic houses which turned to hotels it's epic but expensive even for Egyptian.

[@ahmeddarwish1559]

@sitandchill There are many tour companies in Egypt that will organize such trips for you. Some are pricer than others. But it’s definitely possible, let me know if you need help finding those. Have fun and stay safe

[@LeAnnWatson1378]

I love the unity amongst them. The way the meals are prepared and served, and how everyone eats from the same serving. The world lacks that kind of love, sharing, caring, sense of community and. Thanks Sonny!

[@egyptianindc8590]

Egyptian style

[@moazkhaled6221]

All arab doing this

[@sarahassan2067]

Thanks for focusing on the positive while no one should aim to! Love from Egypt 💜

[@kristinerooze2647]

He such a great person. I love how respectful is he to every person he meets and exposes the world to so many different food experiences!!

[@TMM6900]

These farmers look so genuine and nice. Reminded me of my uncle. Very warm and wholeheartedly

[@OmarKhaled-uj6cc]

Sonny, we love you in Egypt 🇪🇬 . Very sorry for what happened to you here from our police and government but we as the people love you. Thank you for still showing the positives about this country despite everything you went through. I am certain that you wanted to use your gear to showcase the beauty of Egypt but sadly we are a paranoid, stone-age police state.

[@jordanmclean45]

Greeeeedy county I watched a guy on another channel tip a guy just being nice and he said no that's not enough then proceeds to grab the 50 out of the guys wallet and all he did was buy 1 corn pay 5 for the corn which is over priced in the first place and then wants a 50 pound tip what a shit hole place and people

[@aqilin]

@@jordanmclean45 luke's video?

[@noidea01]

@@aqilin yes i think

[@balclava4937]

@@jordanmclean45 since when does one person Represent an entire country? Are all Germans murderers because of Hitler?

[@aiham_awd]

@@jordanmclean45 That isn’t who most people are it is true that there are bad people who’ll try to scam you but those are everywhere in the world it’s just that in Egypt those people knows there way to tourists directly but please if you were to ever be in Egypt and you face such thing just call tourist police

[@fl260]

These are great people. I love them from a distance, you can feel the kind of people they are. Perfect way to end this difficult trip!

[@LoveyLauryn29]

Despite all the things that happened, Sonny and his crew pulled through and did an amazing job. I love the honesty and how real you are! My hats off too you man.

[@rastamike8063]

You did a good job of showing that the people of a country isn't the same as the government of a country. Egyptian people seem amazing and the food looks absolutely delicious. Good job, Sonny and big up Egypt.

[@flipkiller8521]

The Oasis parts of this series really brings back the magnificence and mystique of Egypt the way old movies about Egypt did, especially Cleopatra and the 10 Commandments. So props to Sonny and the team for going Gonzo instead of backing down from the challenge.

[@Belle_welds]

We had a emotional roller-coaster with BEFRS in Egypt but im happy to learn about the people and culture. Thank you, you guys are the best

[@topgears7775]

the people and culture such in there! probably if the pyramids were elsewhere Egypt would have the least tourists in the entire world.

[@jasondeblou6226]

We didn't

[@mizuozman2028]

@@topgears7775 Egypt has California beach 🏖 weather on both coasts

[@nataliecd8966]

This was a great series. I loved how honest you were about the best and worst parts of the country. It seems that the worst parts are related to bureaucracy and anything government-related. The best part to me was the rural parts. It was a nice balance of the good, the bad and everything in between.

[@Rayyyye6955]

Egypt is really a great country and it's people are so beautiful and friendly ♥️ This one is the best series

[@americafirst834]

😂 it’s a Khara country with Khara people with no Karama or Sharaf. Money is your God. I spit on your government

[@factsandinfoAR]

What I really appreciate is how you still chose to view the amazing nature of those friendly people, delicious food and culture despite all of the bad incidents you went through, thank you for not holding a grudge of the majority because of the actions of a minority ❤️

[@mohammedaldarwish2483]

Ibrahim: Hi! you wanna see giant vegetables? Sunny: Yah sure why not.

[@thomasmckenney3518]

I lived in the Middle East for 12 years and loved it. The food and most of the people are great and welcoming. Habibi = my love

[@Shadoz141]

I was in Cairo for a week's vacation couple of summers back, it's nice , messy and cosmopolitan and all that jazz. But i never got to see outside Cairo and I think in a way, Sunny's turn of event that forced him outside the city, has led to a much better genuine content than originally planned , i love it!

[@TheNinjaMarmot]

Glad you ended this on a bittersweet note. Everyone's home is his castle. Even in the worst of times, people still have a sweet spot for their home no matter where it may be or where they are now. It's a shame that while some seem welcoming that experience is ruined by the few.

[@andersandersen6295]

Yeah, funny how the few always seem to manage to represent the many. maybe its just not the case, maybe the police and government reflects the mentality and culture of Egypt, when you go a layer deeper than the guy selling you a flatbread.

[@mustafaghoneim5262]

I am Egyptian, and I am sorry for what happened to you in Egypt, thank you very much for showing the true Egypt besides what happened to you. And still, Egypt has a lot of food you didn't see, especially desserts.

[@collinsoconnor5843]

I am Annunaki

[@michelrood2966]

@@collinsoconnor5843 You wish

[@bishop8967]

It’s very nice to see the better side of Egypt and the whole craziness that has happened to the show while they stayed there. Hope it guys enjoy your next location and hope it gets better with food and the people.

[@_MrTrue]

This series was really great...nobody would think it was shot on a phone unless you told them. Time after time you prove that you're the best at what you guys do BEFRS!

[@lanak.3931]

As a Jordanian, I was very happy that he showed the good part of Egypt despite the cruel acts of the government! Egypt is such an amazing country I admire the way that Egyptians love their country. Hope he gets to see and visit Egypt again with a different mindset! all love and respect to our Egyptian brothers and sisters!

[@amr7223]

Greetings from Alexandria Egypt ❤️❤️❤️

[@mahaadel633]

Thanks for ur consolidation,,,, as Arabs we are all aware of the foreign and domestic challenges we're facing ,,,, these are strenuous times , calling for unusual measures,, racing to fulfil living needs while holding off threats at frontiers ,,, This might have led to an overzealous attitude for permits. As he was filming professionally with crew and special gears . Still I'm wondering, why he didn't resolve the problem through his embassy,,, we all know that American citizens are privileged with care even abroad ,,,, so why did he choose to give that air always being chased by the police ?.?

[@lanak.3931]

@@mahaadel633 Me Myself as a Jordanian.. I have an American citizen too and no we are not privileged with care abroad.. In fact it's a false thought!! If I myself face any difficulty in a foreign country the American embassy will not help because it's how the rules go in that country! That's why he didn't get help from his embassy.. Because they won't help unless it's a situation that's harming the Americans in that country like war or he's facing danger.

[@mahaadel633]

@@lanak.3931 that might be the case but the embassy would had redirected u to the ministry of tourism and antiquity to try resolve the problem? Because, I've read that ,one of the duties of the American embassy and consulate is to help citizens in distress , detention or other difficulties in a foreign country.

[@mohamedkandil1789]

Sending my love and respect to my Jordanian brothers and sisters!! I've come to Jordan multiple times and have been treated very kindly by the people there. While in Jordan, I feel as if I'm in my own country!! Very hospitable people!!

[@itsmeheathermarie]

This series actually makes me quite sad. I visited Egypt in October of 2010 and had an amazing experience. I really had no plan except to see the Pyramids and go to Dahab, which I accomplished. I was hoping to return soon, but I think I can say "I have been there, done that" and put my sights on going elsewhere.

[@egyman2006]

Sometimes bad experience and misunderstanding happens anywhere in the world that doesn't mean that it's a rule or the same 'll happens to you each year, millions comes to Egypt and enjoy their stay to the max you're welcome to come back and see for yourself

[@gebrocheneherzen9251]

You are always welcomed to be back again anytime you would like to Heather. It is mainly the regime that are recently so suspicious about anyone with a camera in general and foreigner particularly especially if they take pics randomly in the street. I guess from the first page you can tell people are kinda so helpful and kind but it's the current authority there which doesn't represent people at all. Wish to see you there again.

[@powasjington4262]

I really didn’t like Egypt when I went the first time although I found the history extremely fascinating, but the second time my opinion totally changed. Its just super fun to be there and the people are just funny. You just have to accept it for what it is and go with the flow.

[@nancypelosiguys4767]

لاتذهب هناك نصيحة سيسحبون اموالك

[@Scho-penhauer]

Everyone tries to rob you as soon as you arrive or beg for your money. And the country is too dirty.

[@mohamed1724]

Incredible hospitality from Egypt people😍

[@ntheg]

I didn't take this series too seriously until these past few episodes... It takes lots courage and genuine authenticity to, without pandering, be vocal about your very understandable dislike of the country - while at the same time treating each new acquaintance as a blank slate, which is the correct thing to do. Great content, good channel!! I look forward to watching you eat your way through Israel soon 🙏

[@Moslem.z]

I'm so glad your last episode gave justice to the culture, food and diversity this place is known for. This place will remain on my bucket list and thanks in advance for warning us of the twists of the place. Hopefully the future will be better for the people of Egypt

[@niki3151]

If you know your way around and have local connections it can be one of the best experiences ever. People like to act like their fixers, most are not. If you go have someone that is actually connected and go to a decent hotel (talk to them before arriving, they will also make sure you get there unharassed and make sure your having a good time) and things like this will not happen to you.

[@mmapng]

@CYRUSTHEVIRUS just stare back and act like you always would people will stare but when you interact they will be very friendly and kind

[@mmapng]

@@niki3151 it's the behavior of yourself that determines your experience. If you are willing to be open and social with everyone you will understand them and see the way of life the way they do and they will accept you like you are a local there

[@mmapng]

@@niki3151 people may seem anti social and not friendly but that's only because they don't know how to approach foreigners and would rather socialize with what they know but when you turn that around and be the one socializing they will be more comfortable and open with you about everything so just be yourself and don't care about anything that might stop you from interacting with people there

[@niki3151]

@@mmapng dream on :) no offence but authorities in places like Egypt and Nigeria work a certain way no matter how nice and open you are. The people are nice all over, ok with a few exceptions, but we are talking authorities etc.

[@docminiway2595]

Now, as half egyptian and half german, i have to thank you for your honest review of egypt. I have just been there 6 weeks ago, for the first time in Cairo again since a decade ago. Every single bit, was about local officials driven to drain the last cent out of your pocket. It is a shame. The government and the military apparatus is getting richer while the middle and lower class is getting poorer with an unprecedented speed. In the 90s and 80s the public was proud to be egyptian and there was a great kindness amongst people, now they are afraid of the greedy officials. And what you didn’t show in your videos, is the amount of dirt and garbage lying around, and no one gives a shit about. The citizens are so poor they dont care about the surrounding, even at the pyramids, where you now pay hundreds of pounds to buy a ticket, the government is letting it rotten and going down the shithole. I have no intention of visiting Cairo again in my lifetime, although i used to live there for nearly 8 years. And yes i also had to turn in my drone, and was treated like a badass drug dealer at the airport, and i dont know where i would have ended if i wouldn’t have paid over 400 euros in bribe. Egypt is loosing it culture and history right at the moment, and the government is only worried about filling their pockets.

[@flonoiisana4647]

Sad to read. Having to bribe authorities to get justice.

[@englishrose5483]

Sounds just like Pakistan. I barely made it out of there with my life in my hands and like this guy will never forget the relief as my plane took off out of there.

[@flonoiisana4647]

@@englishrose5483 Wow! What happened?

[@aa-hf2bj]

@@englishrose5483 What happened? I'd like to know as well.

[@tilapiadave3234]

"HAlf an Egyptian " sounds like a good idea :)

[@ngoctrano8255]

Idk why I’m tearing up watching ppl sharing a meal so happily, I can’t explain it but it made me miss Vn so much

[@Desi-Jesi]

Even after everything that’s happened he still tries to reflect the positives to this experience 🤍 This is why he has my respect ✊🏽

[@bringman23]

I know how hard your travels were for you in Egypt. And despite having many people thinking you've giving it a bad name, I actually know you've been trying hard to make it look good. I wish I was there to have given you a better experience akhi!

[@ajitsen6927]

Seriously , he tried really hard to show positive sides. If it was me , I would have just left after the first few days , and write a mother of negative reviews .

[@WelcomeToJ]

*The fact that this whole series was legitimately shot on iPhones is a great commercial for Apple.* Also, really appreciate the honesty about Egypt. Hope it sparks some change..

[@conorkelly947]

I don't think this YT food review show will spark change in a nation but I hope something does change for Egypt

[@GeofryMasters]

If you think this was actually filmed on an iphone then I got a bridge in Brooklyn to sell ya as well. Just listen to the audio and you can tell that this was filmed using a DSLR

[@rosanagutierrez1640]

@@GeofryMasters They quite literally got their cameras and equipment taken when they got there

[@WelcomeToJ]

@@GeofryMasters If you watch the breakdown on their second channel he actually did get to keep a mic. So they had that to use. I'm also sure they did a lot in post/editing. But still, the raw footage from iPhones is pretty great.

[@Pow3rus]

@@GeofryMasters Thankfully he kept his mic

[@ShimonMeetsWorld]

This whole series has been incredible, despite so many difficulties on the way. The way you story tell is so engaging as well, and it really inspires me to keep growing in my own story telling

[@Fred-O-86]

I am Kenyan. I fell in love with Misr/Egypt the first day i landed there. Mystic beauty and warm hospitality.

[@philiptaram]

This whole series is proof that anyone can make a documentary with the resources they have!!! Incredible work guys 👍

[@yangs255]

Definitely 🙌

[@cinemaparadiso5402]

it's anti Semitic trend for commoners to make documentaries or films.

[@heydaddy2471]

I will buy camera instead of iphone

[@cinemaparadiso5402]

@@heydaddy2471 I think buying cameras instead of smart phones is extremely anti Semitic, because cameras lack of 24/7 tracking and surveillance capabilities

[@cinemaparadiso5402]

@Jacko Sargs 1-Commoners should only worry about studying pre-approved knowledge (education), working, paying taxes, consuming, drinking and watching reality TV and/or sports .. NOT to make films. 2-Commoners need to carry a charged smart phone (a phone with an enabled a camera, GPS and a microphone) at all times.

[@storytimewithunclebill1998]

Looks like the oasis was the way to go. All the food looked amazing and aside from the cops and the money seekers, the people looked really nice too. Great series and the iPhones really did a great job. Bet youre glad to be gone. Was fun to watch. Great video

[@nadiaem5838]

I’m half Italian and half Egyptian and I don’t care what anybody says my Egyptian side is so much nicer than my Italian side. I get my big heart from my dad!!

[@ibrahimdhere]

@@nadiaem5838 ordinary Egyptians are sweat and warm but the regime is so paranoid of its own people making ordinary life scary.

[@zanza3762]

@@nadiaem5838 how to try to sh*t on a population to make you feel better about your poor and corrupted country

[@brooktanzania4201]

@Muay Thai-kickboxe-MMA I actually think that the fact that they don't have internet or electricity keeps them humble and kind, or non perverted

[@brooktanzania4201]

@Muay Thai-kickboxe-MMA they're innocent because their secluded from the rest of the ravaged world. They seem to be doing just fine without the internet and probably even better. I was the generation they were prepping for computers, they even took me and five other students out of class for computer class but they lied to all those little kids telling us how much free time we were going to have when the robots were going to be working for us supposedly LOL but my life is way more complicated and I end up doing my work twice now that I have to deal with the robots. Sure I don't have to run all the way to the library and look in the index cards because I can just look it up real quick but I'd gladly give it up for even that old world that wasn't quite perfect but sooo much better. People laugh when they go into a home with siblings texting each other when they're in the same room but won't talk to each other, I don't think there's anything funny about it, I wonder how long it's going to take to lose our ability to speak. You'll say that I'm here using the technology right? yeah that's true I've been forced into it just to keep a job to keep a roof over my head so I might as well enjoy some of it for myself, even though I think I should ween myself off and go back to my older self where I used to give myself time to paint, write and be creative instead of wasting my time here even though I tell myself it's just my way to debrief from the outside world when I get home. I would be very happy without technology even if It meant that I had to wash my clothes by hand, I've done it before and it wasn't the worst thing I've ever had to do. I've known some friends that came from similar salt of the earth cultures who did get corrupted and they lost their charm. One more thing, many people who are in love with technology and don't see its downfall ignore that so much of that electricity is non-compatible with out biosystems and it's not only causing more deceases but it's creating disntegration within our own body that we pass on to each other as we're not interchanging energy at an equal quality exchange with our robots. I was surprised to see Bert Wolfe from the travel channel do a whole episode about how terrible iPads and Phones are affecting children, I was also very proud of him for addressing something most people don't want to hear or address.

[@sam23696]

The guy at the start during the breakfast was great. Most times there's a slight awkwardness that comes across with the language barriers, usually because they are waiting for the translation, but he talked to the host so naturally

[@miloboys3394]

The guys eating with you paid you a great compliment! They didn’t use their hands to eat even although you used both your hands to tuck in ! Traditionally they will use their right hand only to eat !

[@SirDeeDiaries]

What a beautiful narrative! I’m impressed how this series was presented. Despite the odds, you still managed to showcase the beauty and culture and people of Egypt! Thank you!

[@Meskin3H]

As an Egyptian ethnic, I would like to apologize for any inconvenience and hassle you have encountered in Egypt. On the other hand, I would like to thank you for the amazing content that you have produced in the country. I hope the bed part of your trip does not overcome the awesome time you showed us in your videos.

[@huyquoctran2088]

Base on this video. This country is a no go for many people now!

[@Castlecoke]

The ppl r good ppl.its the government.dont forget we r human.😔

[@fingers8650]

Yaw he was ripped off given he might make a decent amount of money from the content shot on an "iPhone" that is somewhat fine but the paranoia of the government inconsistencies on permits limitations and lack of professionalism is very difficult to get over trust me I will be surprised if he ever goes back but Egypt doesn't need him per say they need the people who watch his content and think nah pass am going to Turkey or Jordan I hope the Egyptian authorities watch this and relax not every white guy with a camera is filming human rights abuses

[@aif86]

@@Castlecoke يعمي بلاش هبل

[@kronusart2396]

i love egypt

[@sunshinevibestv4264]

You are absolutely right I felt almost the same way🙃🙃 On the bright side of things at least you still had a chance to video tape and have a great experience ☺️

[@LoverOFhopeANDcompassion]

Thankyou for your total focus, discipline enthuthiastic drive to produce a high quality show. Your hard work is paying off with millions of viewers enlightened for many years to come

[@NicoleMcGuey]

This whole African series has been absolutely amazing and has very much reminded me of why I respect you and your videos so effing much... thank you for your amazing and unapologetically real content Sonny ❤

[@davidleomorley889]

I LOVE Egypt...but the Egyptian government's corruption and bureaucracy is a nightmare to deal with. Still, I enjoyed your series...and I'm looking forward to my next visit to Egypt...6 months...starting in October.

[@faroqfaidz]

I studied in cairo for 2 years. yeayy what can i say, in cairo it's all about money. If you want to stamp a visa, give them tips and your business will be easy 😂 Money first, second work.

[@ariusfox4896]

why go back?

[@davidleomorley889]

@@ariusfox4896 Why go back? Because I LOVE Egypt....and I have good friends who live in Aswan, Abydos, Luxor and Cairo. Naturally, I want to see my dear friends. Also, Egypt is the mother of the world...and the spiritual birth of the western world's approach to connecting with the divine aspects of life.

[@ahmedmansour1023]

Welcome David and hope you have a nice time.

[@thinkandthank7406]

@@davidleomorley889 I hope you enjoy your trip.. Sorry, what is the name of the desert in your profile?

[@JohnDoe-rk1ck]

Never seen a travel show trash the destination this much. Was a really honest, unique and awesome series because of it. Sonny showed good form maintaining and getting along with hosts.

[@avocado1700]

People with the least are the most humble and generous. Love the people there at the oasis.

[@sierrazulu4890]

The production quality of this show is on another level. I'm surprised they haven't been picked up by the Food Network. Hands down better than anything that channel offers.

[@jayjohnson8403]

They have ownership while on youtube. Vs Foodnetwork that will try to control everything in the process of making a series... then it will no longer have that magic that Sonny and the team gives.

[@lightupthedarkness8089]

Finally found out that rural communities part of Egypt, yummy😋😋😋, greetings from bangalore India, sunny..

[@Soulzzzzz]

Man I would chill with Abraham.. "what do you love about Egypt", "all god's blessing are good" he just seems happy where he is

[@DianaSBakke]

I feel sad for you Sonny.. on your last day you seemed less stressed… I’m glad to see you and your crew safe and back home.. your shows are very beautiful.

[@VREmirate]

Sonny: Which of these is your favorite? Desert Beduin: All the gifts from God are good 😅 Amazing episode 😅

[@mohabgamal6522]

Don’t ask old people about their favorites Never Whenever you are the same answer

[@ing-nanshen5167]

Ebrahim and friends made a loving impression in my heart. God bless them all. Thank you Sonny (and iPhones)😊

[@chazmichaelmichaels88]

I know a few people who have been to Egypt and I always hear its great. Every time I see photos or what's there, I never feel it's a place I'd want to ever visit.

[@xAnonymousComedia]

4:20 the man is saying "go on, eat" and Sonny is describing the food haha

[@SilverSpectre266]

Its insane how the release of this series lined up coincidentally with the release of the Moon Knight series and the director went on an interview talking about how he wanted to show the true beauty of Egypt and Cairo, but then you see this and you realize it's just more hollywood speak. Or at least its beautiful, as long as your a native. At least the locals were friendly. That's a positive.

[@curseofpharaohs]

Well this might surprise you the show isn't shot in Egypt. The Egyptian director couldn't get clearance to shot here so he went to Jordan 😄

[@RK-cj4oc]

But... Moon Knight was not filmed in Egypt right?

[@user-jc3zt9dx2b]

It is beautiful despite all your noses

[@windowmaker8479]

I do get what you mean. Moon Knight is very accurate to Egypt. Sonny’s experience is sadly also very accurate to egypt with how much corruption there is. These two things don’t cancel each other out, you know?

[@donniemeister7725]

He wanted to film it in Egypt and even hired an Egyptian team for the filming of the series but was never given clearance by the government.

[@mmapng]

Always love your videos because you are yourself and people will see how you rlly are and are always more comfortable to talk towards you or not (if they don't understand the way you are)and share their experiences and be themselves around you sonny ❤ love from Papua new guinea please sonny you must also travel here and experience our very diverse culture of food because we are one of the most diverse countries and have the most languages spoken in our country. Love from Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬 🇵🇬

[@bluemarlin21]

This channel deserved a million of millions subscribers! the effort they put in and how they are interact to people from different countries. 🙌

[@MrEvtmazda]

The smiles on those farmers faces are so genuine. They are living a real life, a hard life

[@jessii27star]

For all that you and team experienced in Egypt, this was like a warm blanket kind of ending. Much appreciation for all that you do and went through there. It takes incredible candor and professionalism to offer what you and mates did. Thank you so much!

[@vpn_art_s2022]

Sorry for what the gvermount did hop It did not really changed your oppion about us egyptians

[@jacobpeterson4071]

I'm happy that you were able to find a positive experience during your stay in Egypt

[@victorychang1294]

What a beautiful way to end your trip and with such kind-hearted individuals.

[@LegendOfOman]

In Arabic we said: "Out of misfortune, creativity is born" well done

[@namoonamoo9444]

All respect to Sony and all of the crews of BEFRS. 👏👏👏

[@OmogeVblogTV]

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[@OmogeVblogTV]

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[@roaaghazi1201]

These people in the oasis are beautiful ❤ how kind and simple god bless them so so sweet 💯

[@Shakeel_._Ahmed]

I visited Eygpt in 2008. This is the friendly Eygpt I remember. It always have a problem with people hustling tourists, but the working people were always so nice.