It may be my favourite meal of the day. It is certainly the most important as it tends to influence my eating habits for the rest of the… Read more “Where to breakfast in Marrakech”
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Best of 2016
Best of 2016 for Tasting Marrakech and Say Something Communication owner Mandy Sinclair in Marrakech Morocco
Tea time at Dar L’Fchouch
“I feel like we’re hanging out in a cool friend’s apartment,” said this cool fabric designer in town for a weekend of Marrakech Biennale fun! But one that is… Read more “Tea time at Dar L’Fchouch”
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”
My wish for 2016
As we celebrate the beginning of another year, my wish for 2016 is simple – respect. With all that’s happening in the world, I truly hope that… Read more “My wish for 2016”
New Year’s Eve 2015 in Marrakech
I’m counting down the days until we celebrate the successes of 2015 and look forward to 2016. And I don’t think I’m the only one. After all, Marrakech… Read more “New Year’s Eve 2015 in Marrakech”
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”
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”
Life in Morocco, May edition
Another month has come to an end and what a month it was! One that can only be described as enriching. You see I started the month off… Read more “Life in Morocco, May edition”
Julien Marinetti at La Mamounia Marrakech
Perhaps best known for Doggy John, pop artist Julien Marinetti’s large bronze sculpture greets guests upon arrival at Marrakech’s La Mamounia. But step inside this grand hotel… Read more “Julien Marinetti at La Mamounia Marrakech”
Awaln’Art 2015 kicks off in Marrakech
It was one of the first festivals I “stumbed” upon when I moved to Morocco back in 2011. Street performers, musicians and marionettes shut down Marrakech’s busy Avenue… Read more “Awaln’Art 2015 kicks off in Marrakech”
That springtime feeling
With daylight savings time in full effect and a week of rain leading and warmer evenings following hot sunny days, it is creating a springtime feel in… Read more “That springtime feeling”
Life in Marrakech, March edition
They say that if March comes in like a lion it will go out like a lamb. Well here’s hoping. Because March came in like a roaring… Read more “Life in Marrakech, March edition”
Top tips for travelling in Morocco
Travelling in Morocco may just be one of my favourite places to wanderlust. An ideal opportunity to travel slowly, to attempt to understand the culture, a chance… Read more “Top tips for travelling in Morocco”
The Douiria, or what’s hidden behind the doors in the Marrakech medina
It’s Marrakech’s latest “museum” to open. Like most museums, the Douiria is a place for the curious. For those who wander the alleys of the medina and… Read more “The Douiria, or what’s hidden behind the doors in the Marrakech medina”
What I didn’t know when moving to Morocco
I didn’t mean for it to happen. Nor did I think it would last this long. But four years ago today I boarded a plane to Morocco… Read more “What I didn’t know when moving to Morocco”
New Year’s Eve in Marrakech
With just days to go before its time to bid 2014 farewell and ring in 2015, Marrakech will become a hot spot over New Year as the leading… Read more “New Year’s Eve in Marrakech”
The 14th edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM) kicks off
It’s that time of year. The time when leading film stars and directors head to Marrakech for the eight-day Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM). It’s a time… Read more “The 14th edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM) kicks off”
Marrakech’s arts scene is heating up
Following the success of the Marrakech Biennale earlier this year, the art scene seems to be heating up. Hardly a week goes by without receiving an invitation… Read more “Marrakech’s arts scene is heating up”