Give a Mom a Fabulous Gift: Traveling to Marrakech (Morocco) for a Culinary and Cultural Adventure!

Courtesy of my friends at Pitcher and Powell, give Mom the treat of a lifetime – a trip to Morocco with a women-only group. This makes a great Mother’s Day gift,  birthday or anniversary present or a trip to expand your experiences.

The group is helmed by Barbara Pitcher and Tasha Powell. It’s a great way to experience Morocco and more specifically Marrakesh from the unique perspective of food and the culture with a group of women! You get to explore many souks and markets as well as take an “off-road” trip to see the desert and the Atlas Mountains.

 

 

Who is Pitcher and Powell:

Pitcher & Powell offers a unique International Travel and Culinary Adventure; an opportunity for travelers who want to meet other foodie’s and discover new regions, customs, and seasonal foods.

If your idea of travel means taking the time to immerse yourself in local cultural and culinary traditions, we encourage you to explore our current programs.

Barbara Pitcher, a Canadian/Italian artist who lives to eat and loves to cook, and Tasha Powell, a Cordon Bleu Chef and food stylist, are your hosts for this one-of-a-kind adventure!

This adventure is just that- an adventure with like-minded women to explore Marrakech and other areas of Morocco to learn and experience this fabulous destination!

 

DATES:

October 1-6, 2019
6 Days / 5 Nights

PRICES

$2500/per person for a double room

Prices include:

–accommodations,
–all scheduled meals,
–cooking instruction,
–yoga instruction,
–tours,
–tastings,
–ground transportation during the program. S
–pa treatments and additional excursions are not included.
Airfare is not included. 
Prices subject to change without notice.

* all rates are quoted in US dollars

We strongly suggest that all travelers purchase trip cancellation insurance to cover the trip in the event of natural disasters, health issues, and/or other unforeseen events or travel bans.
–$1500 deposit due upon booking.

 

Registration is here: http://www.pitcherandpowell.com/registration/

Itinerary is subject to change based upon weather and other local conditions.

 

Barbara Pitcher and Tasha Powell are a unique pair of women who have experience in travel and “culinary adventures”. They did a tour last year to Marrakech and below are some photos of the kinds of things that one would see or experience on this trip!

 

Sample Itinerary

 

In a pleasant contrast to busy city life, a peaceful and serene atmosphere reigns as soon as you set foot inside the Riad. Les Clos des Arts becomes the perfect escape from the madness of the Medina of Marrakesh.

The hosts of the house welcome their guests with warmth, care, and attention to provide them a wonderful experience in a friendly atmosphere. The decor is understated and tasteful, with small, thoughtful, touches throughout the house.  You will notice the scent of orange blossoms and fresh flowers in the rooms and in several corners of the house.  You will hear the relaxing sound of gushing fountains and the harmonious notes of relaxing background music.

The house surrounds two peaceful inner courtyards with mandarin and palm trees and offers several relaxing corners, alcoves and a fireplace. Breakfast is served on the roof terrace which offers a small plunge pool, sun beds and a shaded lounge. Even when not in your room, guests still enjoy a wonderful sense of calm and seclusion. The house is provides daily housekeeping, kitchen and table service, as well as assistance to guests.

 

 

View of Center Courtyard Riad Le Clos des Arts Marrakech

 

 

Entry into the Riad Le Clos des Arts Marrakech

 

A close-up of the fountain

Tangine cooking in Marrakech.

 

Tasha preparing carrot salad with almonds and golden raisins.

 

Morocan Salad detail from a dinner at Riad le Clos des Arts

 

 

Dinner with the group!

Tasha enjoying dinner

 

 

Chicken pastilla with sugar and cinnamon

 

Tasha heading from her sanctuary to yoga!

 

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Venturing into the Medina in Marakech for shopping!

 

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Mint tea service

 

A showcase of various Moroccan spices!

 

Detail of a fresh pomegranate

 

 

Colorful  array of Moroccan spices

Peppers for sale at the Souk

 

 

An array of colorful olives at the Medina marketplace

 

Green olives for sale.

 

 

Tasha buying spices at the spice market!

 

Moroccan ceramics for sale!

 

 

Entrance to Riad Le Clos des Arts Marrakech
Barbara Pitcher teaching yoga!
View from Sir Richard Branson’s Kasbah Tamadot
View of Maison Yves Saint Laurent at Jardin Majorelle Marrakech – Excursion Day
Off-road excursion on our way to the foothills of the Atlas Mountains
Thanks to Tasha Powell and Barbara Pitcher for the photos!  ALL of these photos came from them.

 

Stevie Wilson,
LA-Story.com

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