A new year and another month in quarantine. I’m remaining hopeful that I may be able to return to Morocco soon. I was originally planning to travel… Read more “This author is helping me to travel at a time when we’re told to stay home”
Tag: Marrakesh
Why Morocco 031 – Touria El Glaoui on the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair
To support Why Morocco, please consider buying me a coffee nouss nouss. With the third edition of the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair kicking off on 20 February… Read more “Why Morocco 031 – Touria El Glaoui on the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair”
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”
Why Morocco 007 – Lahbib El Moumni on brutalist architecture in Morocco
To support Why Morocco, please consider buying me a coffee nouss nouss. For the seventh episode of Why Morocco, I reached Casablanca-based architect Lahbib El Moumni by telephone from… 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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
Experience: The hammam
The hammam. It’s a ritual here in Morocco. And since arriving, one that I can hardly go two weeks without. With a range of luxury, mid-range and… Read more “Experience: The hammam”
Tasting Marrakech
Since arriving in Marrakech, I have loved sipping tea on one of the roof top terraces overlooking Jemaa el Fna square as the stallholders down below set… Read more “Tasting Marrakech”
How it all started: Final stop!
From the second I stepped off the bus, I loved the energy and madness of Marrakech. Overstuffed taxis, scooters, donkeys, people everywhere. I couldn’t get enough. That… Read more “How it all started: Final stop!”
Top Sites in Marrakech #2
After visiting the Maison de la Photographie, I highly recommend a stop at Majorelle Garden. Although entrance fee is well above other sites in Marrakech and line-ups may be… Read more “Top Sites in Marrakech #2”
Top sites in Marrakech #1
I play many roles in Marrakech, and concierge happens to be one of them. And perhaps my most favourite. So when it comes to recommending sights to… Read more “Top sites in Marrakech #1”
A rainy day in Marrakech
It rarely happens, but on occasion it rains in Marrakech. And with centuries-old infrastructure and open-air houses in the medina, it’s not always pleasant. So if by… Read more “A rainy day in Marrakech”
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”