Sunset at Fezzou
The Black Desert
The Sahara may be the largest hot desert in the world, but it isn't wholly composed of beautiful golden dunes. There are several distinct ecological regions, and even the central…
Family Bouaid
Close to M'ssici is the small farm owned by the Bouaid family. Set back from the road a couple of hundred meters or so, accessed by a rough dirt track. Here…
Harira
Harira
Morocco Collection Harira Harira, this one was in the Ziz Valley Harira is a hearty tomato-based soup made with lentils and chickpeas, fresh herbs, and warm spices such as turmeric,…
Moroccan Mint Tea
Morocco Collection Mint Tea Also known as Berber Whiskey, or Moroccan Whiskey, mint tea is an important part of everyday life in Morocco. Its not just tea Mint tea in…
Figuig, an oasis in the desert
Figuig is a fairly large town close to the Algerian border in North Eastern Morocco. Once a thriving gateway between the two countries it is now an isolated outpost. Since the closing of the border in 1994 there has been a decline in the towns prosperity, with many people choosing to leave. Consequently parts of the historic quarter of the town have started to fall into disrepair. Despite this decline some of the traditional crafts remain and the dates from the palms are revered, so that the old waterways have continued to be used and maintained, and the town hasn't lost its integrity.