03 Nov Marrakech Film Festival
There is always something exciting going on in Marrakech and our boutique hotel 72 Riad Living in the Medina is the perfect location to explore all that this amazing city has to offer. We all...
There is always something exciting going on in Marrakech and our boutique hotel 72 Riad Living in the Medina is the perfect location to explore all that this amazing city has to offer. We all...
Marrakech is a city that is simply buzzing with art! Everywhere you look there are lots of colour and creative shapes. That is the core of the Moroccan architecture. And the intricate tiles are a...
Flip through any magazine whether it’s design, fashion or travel and it is hard not to find a mention or even a full photo shoot in Marrakech. The city is a hotspot for editors, creative...
When it comes to nightlife in Marrakech, there are no shortages of entertainment options. Cozy restaurants to booming night clubs with the hottest djs spinning until the wee hours to cabaret style shows, and trendy...
By Mandy Sinclair Since the Marrakech Biennale 6 kicked off last February and with the 10-day Conference of the Parties 22 (COP 22) in Marrakech in November, the city seems to be a hotbed of culture....
It’s a little known secret that, despite the Atlas Mountains standing majestically over Marrakech from the rooftop terrace of Riad 72, Africa’s highest ski resort is just 80 kilometres from the hustle and bustle of...
Marrakech is always a great decision, but with great art exhibitions, an international climate change conference and new gardens opening to the public, now is a great time to visit! We’ve rounded up our top...
By Mandy Sinclair With the Conference of the Parties (COP22) kicking off in Marrakech on 7 November and lasting until 18 November, excitement around town is building as parks are rehabilitated, infrastructure is getting a boost, and...
By Mandy Sinclair It’s summer in Marrakech and here at Riad 72 and Riad Due in the medina we are embracing the warmer weather! After all, the local architecture, including Riad 72 and Riad Due, was...
What should I wear in Marrakech? How should Westerners dress in Morocco? Guests staying at Riad 72 and Riad Due regularly enquire about what to pack when preparing for their red city getaway so as...
It’s a new year and our wish for this year is filled with health, happiness, love and respect worldwide. So while we haven’t set any resolutions in particular, we continue to grow, evolve and adapt. We kicked off...
Marrakech is buzzing and there is certainly no shortage of great events happening this autumn. We tried to narrow it down to our top 10, but we just couldn’t resist adding one more! Learn from the...
Using locally sourced ingredients and inspired by Moroccan and Italian flavours, visiting Italian chef Marco Chiacchiaretta and Mustapha El Bachna, resident chef at La Table du Riad, have created a refreshing new menu they are pleased to launch...
By Mandy Sinclair Completely opposite to Marrakech yet just two hours away, Essaouira has a laid-back medina, colourful arts scene and a vibrant cafe and food culture. With the launch of a flight from London Luton...
With Marrakech being named as TripAdvisor's top destination for 2015, we can't help but think off all the reasons why we love Marrakech. We've narrowed it down to just 10, but there are several more! #10...
By Mandy Sinclair Based on Farid ud-Din Attar’s series of poems La Conference des oiseaux, Yassine YAZE Mekhnache’s exhibit of the same name visualizes the adventure and journey the group of birds took using silks and...
10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. Happy New Year! The countdown is on to 2015 and here at La Table du Riad at Riad 72 we are preparing for a night of festivities to...
By Mandy Sinclair With just days to go before the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM) kicks off, we are reviewing the film schedules and planning the best spots for stargazing. After all, jury members include Isabelle...
It’s been a busy month here at Riad 72 as we have hosted a few parties in between a photo shoots in the riad. With Riad 72 now housing seven rooms, we are able to accommodate...
Within the warm red sandstone walls of Marrakech lies a rich cultural legacy, one that has made the city home to one of Africa's leading artistic scenes. But what exactly is Marrakech culture? Which of...