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New link between the two kingdoms
A new shipping line between the Kingdom of Morocco and the United Kingdom will be launched in the near future. It will connect Tangier directly to Poole in southern England, and avoid the complications caused by Brexit. It will be a direct route with no stops, therefore fresh produce from Morocco will arrive in the […]
Winston Churchill’s ‘The Tower Of The Koutoubia Mosque’ painting sold at auction
The Tower of Koutoubia Mosque a painting by former British prime minister Sir Winston Churchill, which was owned by Angelina Jolie, has sold for £7m at auction in London. Sir Winston Churchill began painting scenes of Morocco after being encouraged to visit the country by his painting tutor, Sir John Lavery. Upon his first visit […]
Mike’s personal top 10 things to visit in Marrakech
Welcome to Marrakech everyone. Here are my personal top 10 tips for your holiday: 10. What I’m going to suggest first is this: make yourself mobile. Marrakech is actually not that small. It is a medieval wall city, but it would take you a good 40 minutes to walk across it. And there are a […]
We had a special guest at Riad Spice
We had the pleasure of hosting Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Morocco Mr Simon Martin and his wife Sophie at our newest Riad Spice. On the 11th of February the Henna cafe had a landmark day celebrating its 20,000th free meal to which the ambassador and his wife participated along with Mr Ali […]
Khatt, the art of handwriting
Calligraphy, known as Khatt in Arabic, is very much part of the Arab identity. On your trip to Marrakech, you will see that it is all around you: on shop signs, newspapers, books and advertising. It has become a way of communicating through art. Come and experience this in Marrakech. Our riads are the perfect […]
The meaning of Marrakech
The Red City, the Ochre City, The Land of God, or as we all know it Marrakech, Marrakesh, Marraquexe. This amazing, vibrant city hosts Africa’s busiest square, the Djemma el fnaa, an unesco world heritage site. But what does Marrakesh actually mean? Well, this is still under debate, some say it comes from the amazigh […]
An update from Marrakech during COVID-19
It’s the last day of January 2021 in Marrakech, a beautiful sunny day with highs of 25 Celsius. The streets are just starting the get busy with locals going shopping or visiting family. From time to time you see tourists. Not as many as usual, but Marrakech is open for tourists, and in our opinion, […]
COVID-19 Security measures
During these challenging times, our team in Marrakech is focused on your health and safety that is why we have placed special measures for you. Safety features Team follows all safety protocols as directed by local authorities Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed Hand sanitizer in every room and key areas […]
Work or study from Marrakech
2020 was the year that changed our lives. Many of us are working or study from home now. These days, the only things you need are your laptop or smartphone, a good wifi connection and a quiet room! So why not let the team in Marrakech offer you the last two ones? and the great […]
Henna Cafe Soup Kitchen
Why do we need help? The pause in tourism due to COVID 19 has been acutely felt in the medina of Marrakech. The Henna Café Soup Kitchen is a short term project but an urgent, time-sensitive one to prevent starvation and ill health especially of those most vulnerable in this wonderfully warm and resilient community. […]
Jemaa El Fna Museum of Tangible and Intangible Heritage in Marrakech
A new museum will soon open in the Heart of Marrakech. The Jemaa El Fna Museum of Tangible and Intangible Heritage in Marrakech, located on the on the edge of the famous UNESCO world heritage site, the Djemma el Fnaa square in the old bank al Maghreb headquarters. The museum will exhibit a collection of […]
Happy 2021 from the Marrakech Riad team
We really missed you in 2020 but we hope 2021 will be better and safer for everyone. See you soon & Happy New Year!
Gordon Gino and Fred, Christmas Road Trip
Three wise men followed the Star for an ITV festive special in Marrakech as Riad Star was honoured to host Gordon Ramsey, Gino D’Acampo and Fred Sirieix in, ‘Gordon, Gino & Fred: Christmas Road Trip: Three Unwise Men’. The traditional riad property is the final destination on a 6,000 culinary journey across Morocco in […]
First hour in Marrakech
Ok, so the fasten seatbelt signs is off and everyone is rushing to get off the airplane even though the doors are not open yet… you are all anxious to experience Marrakech as soon as possible. You enter terminal building and confused you steer towards passport control and think: ‘that is a long queue!’ ( […]
Argan Oil
Argan oil is referred to as the “liquid gold” of Morocco because it is so rare. The delicate trees it comes from only grow in a very specific microclimate of Morocco: the Sous Valley south and east of Essaouira. The rich cosmetic oil has recently attracted great attention in the beauty industry because it is […]
The Fruit Bowl
It is customary to offer fresh fruit at the end of a good meal in Marrakech. In our Riads we are proud to offer locally sourced seasonal fruit. The bowl pictured here is an Autumn Selection. When it comes to our fruit bowls, we don’t reject misshapen fruits, as we believe it is the flavour […]
RAS AL HANOUT
The name of this spice mix literally translates to “top of the shop” as it is made up of the best spices that each spice shop carries. One of our favorite ras al hanout shops in the medina features cloves, cardamom pods and seeds, nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, star anise, ash and cubeb berries, mace, and […]
Doris Day, Marrakech
Hollywood Great Doris Day passed away in May 2019 at the age of 97. One of her best known movies, The Man Who Knew Too Much was filmed in 1956 with Marrakech as one of the main locations. Co Starring James Stewart and Directed by Alfred Hitchcock, the film included the immortal song QUE SERA […]
USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Marrakech Riad Reservations + 44 (0) 207 570 0336 Diplomatic Representation French Consulate +212 05 24 38 82 00 British Consulate +212 05 24 43 60 78 Medical Assistance Poison Control Centre +212 05 37 68 64 64 Radiology Centre South +212 05 24 44 79 99 Clinic IBN Toufail 121 […]
Perfect Venue for Marrakech Yoga Retreats
Riad’s—traditional Moroccan homes—are the perfect destination for yoga groups. The intimate layout, the rooftop terrace, and the relaxing dipping pool of our Riad Star offer a gorgeous backdrop to any yoga retreat. Our in-house chefs are happy to prepare fresh, nourishing food for the body and mind and our live-in staff is always on hand […]
COOKBOOK
Our new Marrakech Riad Cookbook brings our signature welcoming Moroccan hospitality and delicious, wholesome cuisine to the kitchens of home cooks everywhere. Representing a selection of favourite, home-cooked dishes regularly enjoyed by guests at our riads and taught in the Marrakech Riad cookery school, this book invites readers to relish recipes passed down through generations […]
RALLY MARRAKECH SAHARA
Looking for adventure in 2019? We are delighted to recommend the Rally Marrakech Sahara, a fun and adventurous way to explore Morocco and raise money for the charities supported by the British Moroccan Society. This is surely the friendliest rally in Morocco. Six days away from Marrakech with four off road in the Sahara, it’s […]
WHITE OWL RETREAT
Come and join us on our magical journey to the elegant Riad Star, located in the beautiful World Heritage city of Marrakech. Our carefully created retreat will allow you to deeply relax, have fun and learn about living mindfully over four rejuvenating nights in the heart of Marrakech. Attached to the old Pasha’s palace which […]
New flights from central Europe to Marrakech
Hello, Szia, Ahoj, Dzień dobry! Marrakech got much more accessible now for Europeans after Ryanair has released new flights from Budapest ( Hungary), Prague ( Czech Republic), Krakov ( Poland) and Bratislava ( Slovakia). They fly two or three times a week to the sunny city of Marrakech. It has never been a better time to […]
Tangia
Tagine is the dish that most often comes in mind when traveling to Morocco, but all locals in Marrakech recommend foreigners try a Tangia. Tangia a dish that is specific to Marrakech. You can’t find it outside of the city. The Tangia itself is a clay pot that is loaded up with ingredients, taken to […]
Donkeys of Marrakech
As you walk the streets of Marrakech, you won’t just find humans working, but donkeys, too. Donkeys are essential to the Marrakshi work force, especially in the Old Town. The streets of the Medina are so narrow, that oftentimes workers at building sites are unable to transport their materials with anything other than a donkey-drawn […]
