It appears that this year is KOUTCHI’s year. Earlier this month we attended a celebration ceremony for the prestigious Australian Small Business Champion Awards where we were selected as finalist. It was a night of celebration, recognition of the hard-work of myself, my brother and the talented artisans back in Morocco. We also took this …
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We recently visited Tizi Oussem, a Berber village in the High Atlas Mountains located 40km from Marrakech. This village is popular among tourists who love hiking and it is a stop on the way to Toubkal mountains, the highest peak in the Atlas Mountains and North Africa with an elevation of 4167m. In this Amazigh …
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We chat with Justine, manager of the Olive Tree Market about how KOUTCHI was born, the motivations behind my career switch from a Neuroscientist to KOUTCHI co-founder and other key aspects of our business Click here to read the full interview
In this interview, I discussed with Dan and Jen from the ABC Newcastle the strategies we followed to face the challenges imposed by the pandemic as well as the grant we were eligible for. Click here to hear the full interview fast-forward to 2:17
In this interview, I explain to Dan from the ABC Newcastle the motivations behind my career change from a Neuroscientist to an Entrepreneur bringing Morocco to the Hunter Click here to hear the full interview
If you are passionate about History, Archaeology, and the Roman Empire, then Volubilis is a must stop for your next visit to Morocco. Below is a brief historical overview and a selection of photos to appreciate. For more in-depth reports on this beautiful Moroccan historical heritage, click here Located on a fertile agricultural soil 30 …
Ennakhla Tannery in Marrakech The tannery Ennakhla lies in Bab Debbagh in the old Medina of Marrakech. It is an interesting experience witnessing the process of tanning the leather using pre-industrial techniques. This process has barely changed since the medieval age. But prepare your brain for some strong smells. Tourists are usually given …
I was born in Marrakech and this city has a particular place in my heart. Below is a succinct overview of my beloved red city. A brief Historical Overview Founded by the Almoravid Berber leader, Youssef Ibn Tashafin in 1062 A.D., Ibn Tashafin made Marrakech the capital of the Almoravid Empire. In 1147 A.D., a …
Food plays a major part in shaping our identity. It is also a great tool to connect with other people from different ethnicities. A happy face and great food are all what you need to connect with other community members even if you don’t speak their language. For me, food has always allowed me to …
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