It was a cloudy Friday afternoon when I met with the amazing Elise from Montresso* Art Foundation (a dear friend and PR colleague) along with members of… Read more “Tmecha fel Medina (A walk in the medina) by street artist Jace”
Category: Mandy in Morocco
Brownbook July/August 2017 cover story by Mandy Sinclair
when I learned that my latest story for Brownbook, an urban guide to the Middle East, about a taxi driver from Marrakech made the cover story of the latest issue I was beyond delighted.
Best of 2016
Best of 2016 for Tasting Marrakech and Say Something Communication owner Mandy Sinclair in Marrakech Morocco
Donna Hay Magazine recommends Tasting Marrakech
It started as a love. And a desire to share it with other travellers in a way that was comfortable and safe. I spoke with friends and… Read more “Donna Hay Magazine recommends Tasting Marrakech”
Where to stay in Essaouira Morocco
You see, I don’t really want to share this secret with you out of fear that my preferred retreat in Essaouira will no longer be available when I… Read more “Where to stay in Essaouira Morocco”
Stepping Back in Time at the Tin Mal Mosque
My grandmother once told me it’s not just about the destination, but also about the journey. And that rang so true as I headed off with a… Read more “Stepping Back in Time at the Tin Mal Mosque”
Just back from: Ouirgane Valley
It’s been a bit quiet on here lately. That’s because it’s been a bit bonkers in my office. But in a good way. I had the absolute… Read more “Just back from: Ouirgane Valley”
Must-see Marrakech Biennale 6 NOT NEW NOW
Arts + festival may just be my two favourite words. So when the Marrakech Biennale comes around every two years, I get ridiculously excited! But this year… Read more “Must-see Marrakech Biennale 6 NOT NEW NOW”
Top sites in Marrakech #3 – Jemaa el Fna
It was one of my favourite sites upon arrival in Marrakech. One that buzzes day and night. But mostly at night. And five years on, it’s still… Read more “Top sites in Marrakech #3 – Jemaa el Fna”
Azemmour, Morocco’s off-the-beaten path small town
“Have I just been dumped in a field?” asked this gal upon disembarking the train in Azemmour. “Yes,” I responded, “but just walk to the top of… Read more “Azemmour, Morocco’s off-the-beaten path small town”
How I learned to love Fes Morocco
Fes. Morocco’s oldest city. Home of the first university, al-Qarrawiyyan. And known as the gastronomical capital of Morocco. But a city I cannot say I love. For… Read more “How I learned to love Fes Morocco”
A week at the Marrakech International Film Festival
Wowza! What a week it’s been heading off to films, meeting friends for coffees in between to discuss our thoughts on various films, lunches and more! For… Read more “A week at the Marrakech International Film Festival”
Marrakech International Film Festival rolls out the red carpet for Canadian cinema
It’s finally here! We’ve been hearing bits and pieces of information about the Marrakech International Film Festival for month now and today the printed schedule was finally released (the… Read more “Marrakech International Film Festival rolls out the red carpet for Canadian cinema”
Saffron harvest in the Ourika Valley
Once in awhile a break from routine is necessary. On this day out in the Ourika Valley that’s just what we did. We wandered amongst the gardens… Read more “Saffron harvest in the Ourika Valley”
Essaouira’s Festival of Atlantic Andalusian Music
It all started during a week-long adventure through Andalusia with one of my favourite gals. We had arrived in Cordoba where it was raining heavily, so we… Read more “Essaouira’s Festival of Atlantic Andalusian Music”
A weekend in Morocco with Canadian musician Jeff Martin of The Tea Party
I’ve always been a huge fan of Canadian music. As a student I would spend whatever savings I had on concert tickets. It didn’t always have to… Read more “A weekend in Morocco with Canadian musician Jeff Martin of The Tea Party”
Contemporary art in Marrakech: October-November exhibitions
It’s that time of year. We’ve all returned from summer break and we are hungry for some culture. And the galleries in Marrakech are certainly delivering. My… Read more “Contemporary art in Marrakech: October-November exhibitions”
Just arrived in: Moulay Idriss Zerhoune
It’s one of my favourite places in Morocco. A place where I feel safe and protected (I escaped here on two occasions when things were bad in… Read more “Just arrived in: Moulay Idriss Zerhoune”
Just back from: Ourika Valley
It was one of those weekends where I worked all week so I could kick back and relax all weekend. One of those weekends where I didn’t… Read more “Just back from: Ourika Valley”
Just back from: Atlas Mountains
With temperatures regularly climbing above +40’C and evening temperatures not much lower, escaping Marrakech for cooler temperatures has been a high priority since returning from Canada last… Read more “Just back from: Atlas Mountains”