After the Marrakech Art Fair last Saturday, the place to be was certainly Matisse Art Gallery. Amazing DJs, awesome juice bar and Moroccan sweets were the perfect… Read more “Hassan Hajjaj at Matisse Art Gallery: A must-see”
Tag: Morocco
Notes from the Marrakech Art Fair
They came from all over the Europe, North America and the Middle East. Gallery owners presenting their modern/contemporary art exhibits for four days at the lovely Palace… Read more “Notes from the Marrakech Art Fair”
A fairy tale, Essaouira style!
It was something out of a fairy tale. A magical little place. A hidden cave on a tiny Essaouira street. A shop where spices, herbs, dried “stuff”… Read more “A fairy tale, Essaouira style!”
Getting cozy
Sometimes we just need to sit and think. About where we’re at in life. Determine if we’re where we want to be. If not, what do we… Read more “Getting cozy”
When opportunity knocks…
….you need to be ready to answer. Right now I feel like an opportunity is about to knock. And I’m hoping it’s what I want it to… Read more “When opportunity knocks…”
Eid Mubarak!
Well the month of Ramadan has come to a close. And the streets of Marrakech are back to their usual hustle and bustle. I remember when I… Read more “Eid Mubarak!”
If summer has to end…
Then at least let me slip my feet into a pair of these boots. Really though, I’m still in denial that summer’s coming to an end. And I’m… Read more “If summer has to end…”
A lesson from a young fashionista!
Heels. Jeleba. And a sidewalk to act as a catwalk. Of course that sidewalk lead to the corner store where she treated herself to a snack. At… Read more “A lesson from a young fashionista!”
Choosing the right attitude
She’d been excited about her Moroccan vacation for weeks. Planning to visit new places. And revisit old favourites. But when an incident happened just three hours in,… Read more “Choosing the right attitude”
Postcard from Talessamtane National Park
It was her last day of vacation. She’d already changed her plans along the way. Extended her stay. She’d never been one to plan every detail. After… Read more “Postcard from Talessamtane National Park”
The impact of a single journey
I love Vanity Fair. The well-written articles, beautiful photography and stunning ads capture me for hours. So when I saw this gorgeous ad, I stopped. Couldn’t take… Read more “The impact of a single journey”
A tale of helping others
With technology it’s amazing the people you can meet. With similar interests. Like @MarocMama who I’ve communicated with via Twitter. She too came to Morocco and wanted… Read more “A tale of helping others”
I’ve got Marrakech on my toes
Nothing says summer like toe-baring summer sandals. I like my heels high. And my nails painted. Bright. Typically with OPI nail polish. (I’m not one to cheat,… Read more “I’ve got Marrakech on my toes”
Saturday morning in Marrakech
Lounging about on the terrace. Mint tea. Fresh msimem made at home. Olive oil from the desert. The sounds of birds chirping from the orange trees down… Read more “Saturday morning in Marrakech”
When things don’t go as planned…
Sometimes we set out on a mission to change the world. Or to help others. But in the end we find that the world changes us. That… Read more “When things don’t go as planned…”
Postcard from a perfect weekend in Essaouira
With the Morocco vs. Algeria football match taking place in Marrakech, an escape to the laid-back ocean town of Essaouira was the perfect idea. So the two… Read more “Postcard from a perfect weekend in Essaouira”
Music to my ears
I have a confession to make. I love love songs. I suppose it’s a guilty pleasure. So it’s no surprise that when I heard My First by… Read more “Music to my ears”