Marrakech medina – Oh, the Places We See . . .

Best Foot Forward: Woodworking in Marrakech and Fes

Nothing stops you in your tracks while wandering in and around Marrakech like this sight: a man turning wood with nothing more than a sharp blade and his feet! Yes, you may wince a bit looking at these pictures. We certainly did. Moroccan woodturners are pros, though. And with skilled hands and strategic balance, they […]

Memories of Marrakech: Shoe Fetish

There’s nothing dark and mysterious in the medina of Marrakech, especially if you’re in the apparel section. Shoe stalls literally screamed color. Cramming hand-made leather slippers onto the walls of tiny nooks must take patience and skill, but every shoe stall was packed to overflowing. From pom-poms to fancy stitches to pointy toes, the shoes […]