The Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts in Fes
The Nejjarine Museum: Morocco’s Magnificent Monument to Woodcraft In the labyrinthine depths of Fes el Bali’s ancient medina, near the aromatic Henna Souk, stands the Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts – a masterpiece dedicated to Morocco’s rich heritage of wooden arts and crafts. This architectural gem, opened in 1998, tells the story […]
13 Moroccan Holiday Gift Ideas, Shop with Inspiration
13 Moroccan Holiday Gift Ideas, Shop with Inspiration Moorish and Moroccan architecture has long inspired architects and designers from around the world. In recent years, Morocco’s booming tourism is attracting globe trotters. They visit and share images and stories of the country’s talented artisans, craftsmen, weavers, pottery makers, and tailors. These reports have caught […]
Leonara Giovanna Arslani, A Designer Raffia Collection & Moroccan Shoe Revolution
An Art Deco Guide to Gueliz, Marrakech’s Trend Setting New Town
An Art Deco Guide to Gueliz, Marrakech A great way to discover the Moroccan city of Gueliz is through a guided walking tour of its Art Deco Architecture. You can spend an afternoon gallery hopping, shopping at designer boutiques, and eat your way through Marrakech’s, trendsetting new town. As one of the most sought-after Colonial cities […]
How to Choose a Tajine to Take Home from Morocco
A souvenir at the top of your list when visiting Morocco is most likely an is an authentic Moroccan tajine. That is until you discover how many different options exist for purchase. It can quickly become overwhelming and frustrating. We recommend that you do a little bit of research ahead of time so the experience […]
Where to Shop, Eat & Gallery hop in Marrakesh
Most visitors to Marrakesh head straight to the medina and its old-world souks for excitement. Those who are in the know make a b-line for the French “new town”, known to locals as Guéliz. Guéliz is home to the Yves Saint Laurent Majorlle Gardens, La Mamounia Hotel, where Alfred Hitchcock wrote: “The Birds” along with […]
Berber Jewelry, The Art of Moroccan Silver
Morocco is known for its artisans and the art of the jeweler or silversmith is one of many crafts practiced today. During your trip to Morocco you can watch artisans at work, marvel at the workmanship and detail of pieces in the jewelry souks and even negotiate the purchase of a unique piece. Many items of jewelry are appealing for their aesthetic value, but all pieces – whether new fabrications or antique treasures – draw on a fascinating history and symbolism.
Where to Shop in Casablanca
Casablanca or more affectionately known as Casa has a population of three and a half million and is the largest city and port in Morocco. Originally modeled after Marseilles when the French landed Casa in 1907, Casa is the most European of Morocco’s cities and is known as a /'[p00phuge metropolis where modernity and tradition co-exist. As a shopper, you can […]
Where to Shop in Tanger
Taniger the capital of the Tétouan Region has a rich history and sits at the western entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Spartel. Only 35 minutes from Spain by modern hydrofoil Tangier has a hugely multicultural society and is known for fabulous shopping. Tangier offers a […]
Where to Shop in Chefchaouen
Chefchaouenon is known as the “Blue” City in northwest Morocco situated in the Rif Mountains, located inland from Tangier and Tetouan. Its blue-glazed houses serve as a magnificent backdrop for shopping in its old medina filled with local artisans that create hand-made goods ranging from woodwork to woven carpets, blankets and scarves, impressive earthen round […]
