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My gosh this is one of the prettiest carpets I have seen, granted it is not old, but beautifully made beyond believe. Lovely contrasting tones of cream and beige with a beautiful blue design running through it. The blue wool had 3 tones in it to give it real depth. I just love it. These can be made to measure for you. I bought these two unusual beauties today this one with very subtle brown lines running through it and the other with slightly darker lines. They are pretty old and in great... Read Full Story

Today at last I managed to visit my friend Meriem's shop "Hanout" – which means ‘the shop’ in Moroccan. It is absolutely stunning.  A gorgeous range or clothes  with something for everyone and a grea mix of modern Moroccoan. It is located underneath the restaurant - Terrasse des Espices with another selection of  pretty boutique shops so it makes for a good afternoon out shopping with lunch. The address is No.8 Gallery Cherifia, first floor, Sidi Abdelaziz. (Tel: 0524 384366 / 0648... Read Full Story

   I have luckily managed to find this Queen Handira.  It is an exception piece not only because of the beautiful work but also the size.  Being 3 meters long it is unusually large and makes a stunning bed end for a superking bed. If you would like it please email me at zamzamriad@gmail.com, in the meantime, I will continue to enjoy its luxurious energy. I have just replenished Zamzam Boutique with some more pretty handira, please click on this link to have a look https... Read Full Story

        Wonderful Toureg boxes made from camels knees in the Zamzam Boutique. Thes lovely little boxes fit really well together and the insides are rubbed with amber so they smell great. They make an unusual present nd kids love them. They are covered with delicate patterns created using henna. Email me for more information at zamzamriad@gmail.com Read Full Story

Wow how gorgeous are these vintage handira.  Chunky big pieces gorgeous on a bed or the back of your sofa, really make a room come alive.  This quality of Handira are become very rare and increasingly difficult to find in this condition. View the Zamzam Boutique stock here https://picasaweb.google.com/106909059539278929507/MoroccanWeddingBlanketsCapes Email me Emma for further information zamzamriad@gmail.com Read Full Story

    I have just found and purchased these two stunning vintage handira, now hard to find in this condition. They both have a very unusual pattern. If you would like to buy one please email me at zamzamriad@gmail.com. Happy New Year! Emmax Read Full Story

        I have just found these stunning Vintage Handira, they are superb quality, no marks or repairs. It is very difficult these days to find such good quality pieces with character. Email me at zamzamriad@gmail.com for further information. Read Full Story

  We made a pretty cake recently for a wedding at Kasbah Bab Ourika - the transportation up the hill wasn't easy, as anyone will know who's been up there but we made it and were happy with the result. The cake was carrot cake and chocolate cake. We love to have a go at anything you might request. Get in touch with me Emma if you need a special cake - zamzamriad@gmail.com Read Full Story

      I was suprised when I turned around and my daughter had decorated her ginger bread ladies in Takchitas! I supose when you have lived in Morocco since you were 2 that is what you would dress then in. I think they are gorgeous in their Moroccan dresses and black hair. Read Full Story

    We have gorgeous roses in our Zamzam Rose Garden. If you need any boquets making or button holes, drop us an email - Zamzamriad@gmail.com Read Full Story