Spring comes with a special feast and a traditional dish for Egyptians

Every year, Egyptians celebrate the advent of spring with a special feast every year known as Sham Al Nessim, which literally translates to “breathing the breeze”.

Feseekh a traditional egyptian dish usually prepared for sham el nassim feast Source: cc

The event is believed to have its roots in ancient Egypt and it's been celebrated for more than 3000 years , some say for about 4700 years. Modern Egyptians mark Sham Al Nessim falls on the first Monday that follows the Coptic Easter and it's celebrated among muslims and christians alike. 

A traditional dish called" al Feseekh" is mostly served on this day with lettuce and shallots as well as decorated boiled eggs. 

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