Frequenting Fez…

When I brought my mom to Fez for her birthday to cook cous cous at Cafe Clock, we stayed in a lovely little riad nestled in a quiet corner of the medina–far away from the bustle of the bazaar. If you’re interested in traveling to Morocco, and not sure where to stay, a new list by The Guardian of the top ten riads in Fez and the Middle Atlas might serve as a helpful guide. In fact, on the list is the restful riad where we stayed–and I hope to share more details about it soon. Though Fez is located in the interior of Morocco and known for its mosques, madressas, and shrines, there’s a chance that this legendary medieval city might be getting its own beach soon. Hamid Chabat, the mayor of Fez, is currently lobbying to carry out his dream of constructing an artificial beach in Fez–for over ten million dollars.