When I was younger my parents used to pile us in to the car and take us off to the local farmers’ market. It was a family… Read more “Market Day”
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A cross-cultural cafe in Kech
There’s a new kid in town. And by kid I mean cafe. But not just any old cafe. Or a repeat of what already exists. It doubles… Read more “A cross-cultural cafe in Kech”
Marrakech Biennale 5 – Opening Week
The Marrakech Biennale’s fifth edition is officially underway. And what a weekend it was. It seemed everyone was there. Alia Radman, director of operations for the Marrakech Biennale, told Made… Read more “Marrakech Biennale 5 – Opening Week”
Marrakech Biennale 5: Day One
It was the perfect art gallery. One where we could roam freely, admiring the ruins and interacting with the installations. The venue? An open-air ruined palace in… Read more “Marrakech Biennale 5: Day One”
Marrakech Biennale 5: My top picks
With the Marrakech Biennale just hours away from opening, I can’t help but review the schedule while looking forward to all of the vernissages and exhibits I… Read more “Marrakech Biennale 5: My top picks”
My favourite season in Marrakech
It’s my favourite season in Marrakech. Winter. The season when daytime temperatures rise to +25’C, perfect temperatures for a lazy lunch on a terrace. It’s the season… Read more “My favourite season in Marrakech”
Overcoming fears
It was something I was struggling with for too long. A fear I had been carrying around for about two years. One that I had to face… Read more “Overcoming fears”
Istanbul : My favourite memories
Istanbul, a city I just can’t help but love. It’s East meets West, modern meets traditional, and a vibrant art, design and festival scene appeals to me. It… Read more “Istanbul : My favourite memories”
My wish for 2014
After spending much of 2013 helping others realize their goals and neglecting myself on various levels, I’ve decided 2014 is about me. My six weeks in Turkey… Read more “My wish for 2014”
Who’s your city?
Have you ever stopped to ask yourself if you are living in the city that’s right for you? If your quality of life is enhanced by the… Read more “Who’s your city?”
Moments that money can’t buy
Having spent the Christmas holidays in Canada, and now the credit cards bills are arriving, I’m realizing just how much of a workout my credit card received!… Read more “Moments that money can’t buy”
Slow-travel Morocco, stops worth an extra night
One of my favourite places to holiday is Morocco. Beyond the hectic souks and big cities, nature awaits. Palm groves, mountainous deserts, beautiful mountain ranges and even… Read more “Slow-travel Morocco, stops worth an extra night”
Street art: Alec Monopoly
It was one of my favourite exhibits in Marrakech, and at one of my favourite galleries in Marrakech. The venue: BCK Gallery The artist: Alec Monopoly The theme:… Read more “Street art: Alec Monopoly”
The beauty of winter
I’ve just returned from a snowy, cold and blizzard-stricken Canada. We even had ice fog, something I’d never even heard of. It was so cold, it was… Read more “The beauty of winter”
What I learned in 2013
Though 2013 certainly had its highs and lows, moments of joy and moments of tears, and a sense of accomplishment often accompanied by a sense of failure,… Read more “What I learned in 2013”
Turkey: When to go
With Christmas and New Year over, it’s time to start planning the next holiday. If you need a break, especially after the holidays, I’d highly recommend a… Read more “Turkey: When to go”
2013, a fabulous year!
As 2013 comes to an end, I can’t help but think this has been an absolutely amazing year. Yes, I’m one lucky gal to be blessed with… Read more “2013, a fabulous year!”
Piles of rocks
As I wandered around the ruins of Heiropolis in Turkey, and reflected on my visits to a few other ruins, I couldn’t help but think that the… Read more “Piles of rocks”
Getting ready for the holidays!
Yikes! In just two weeks I’ll be heading home for Christmas. Two weeks until I am face-to-face with winter. Snow. Cold. And everything else I HATE about… Read more “Getting ready for the holidays!”
Missing Morocco
Having been in Turkey for five weeks now, and loving it, I do find myself missing Morocco. The vibrant colours. The hectic medinas. The landscapes – desert,… Read more “Missing Morocco”