I toured that kitchen and it was wonderful. But that is the ONLY place I would ever eat meat. I didn't even eat it there because who knows where the meat had been before it got to the Sonesta. The Oberoi in Aswan, again elegant but not so clean. If you have allergies bring your allergy medicine.
Dust is everywhere.
There are stairs everywhere you go. Egyptians believe in steps to everything. A camel ride is a must. If you are not in shape at least take the 45 minute ride around the Pyramids. It's fun and you won't be too sore.