With the third edition of the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair kicking off on 20 February 2020 in Marrakech, I chatted with fair founder Touria el Glaoui… Read more “Why Morocco 031 – Touria El Glaoui on the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair”
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When artist Christo came to Marrakech and recorded episode 015 of Why Morocco
It was a rather cool, grey day in Marrakech when I had the opportunity to interview artist Christo during the opening of his exhibition Femmes at the… Read more “When artist Christo came to Marrakech and recorded episode 015 of Why Morocco”
2018: A Year in Review
I’m sure I’m not alone when I say, I cannot believe another year has come to a close. And who’s with me when I say, what a… Read more “2018: A Year in Review”
Why Morocco 007 – Lahbib El Moumni on brutalist architecture in Morocco
For the seventh episode of Why Morocco, I reached Casablanca-based architect Lahbib El Moumni by telephone from my studio in Marrakech. I met Lahbib through CasaMemoire, an organization… Read more “Why Morocco 007 – Lahbib El Moumni on brutalist architecture in Morocco”
How I’ve survived living Marrakech for nearly seven years
I can hardly believe it, but it’s been almost seven years since I moved to Marrakech. Where has the time gone? I arrived seeking a simpler life,… Read more “How I’ve survived living Marrakech for nearly seven years”
Invest in rest
It’s been very quiet on here, I know. But you see, I retreated to Canada this summer for nearly seven weeks. After months and months of non-stop… Read more “Invest in rest”
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”
Best of 2015
It’s time to look back on the year that was. The other night I was enjoying a glass of mulled wine with a dear friend, discussing how… Read more “Best of 2015”
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”
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”
LA CONFERENCE DES OISEAUX opens at David Bloch Gallery
Edgy, contemporary and always changing, (the space transforms with each exhibit), the David Bloch Gallery in Gueliz is one of my favourite galleries in Marrakech. I had… Read more “LA CONFERENCE DES OISEAUX opens at David Bloch Gallery”
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”