How to get extra grilled shrimp servings at an all-inclusive hotel buffet in Hurghada?

Thursdays are 'fish day' at the hotel: dinner includes shrimp soup (broth made from crab legs) plus a whole crab served separately.

Near the seafood restaurant, the cook sometimes brings out a whole basin of shrimp to grill and jokingly covers it — standing nearby and smiling can get you an extra portion.

Some travelers bring their own food (cutlets, pasta, sandwiches) into the restaurant/beach area — staff may give odd looks but usually don't stop it.

A large grilled shrimp portion (enough for several people) at a local restaurant cost around 575 Egyptian pounds.

Couples often take turns going back for more grilled shrimp — e.g. husband and wife alternate trips to avoid drawing attention with too-frequent visits.

Grilled shrimp can be very messy — grab extra napkins in advance, especially if you're helping a child peel them.