Sunday, November 30, 2025

paradis d'amis

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Sidi Kaouki - Paradis d'Amis - 13 november 2025

A rare rainy day in Sidi Kaouki. And stormy winds, but that is less rare here on the coast.

25mm of rain in one day, a welcome relief for the drought in the area and especially for Ank's newly planted garden.

We went for a coffee at Bistro Kao and instead of a walk on the beach we went to the local supermarket, to find some tasty treats for lunch and dinner at home.

Tomorrow the sun will return to paradise...

Saturday, November 29, 2025

route côtière vers essaouira

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Oualidia - Essaouira 12 November 2025

Morning walk on the beach of the fishermen of Oualidia, before we drive towards Essaouira. And of course we had to try a fresh oyster!

The coastal road is incredibly beautiful, wide and empty with the ocean on the right.

We make (too) many stops to look, take photos and a drink, so this journey takes forever.

We arrive a few minutes late for lunch at Soleil in Essaouira, the chef just closed the kitchen.

Luckily, a little further, we are welcome at the colorful restaurant GiuGiu for a delicious lunch and eyecandy.

After lunch we drive towards the countryside of Sidi Kaouki to finally admire the newly built house of our friend Ank, Paradis d'Amis, for the first time. The last part we have to drive on the unpaved road through the argan orchards, a breathtaking landscape.

After a tour of the garden and the house, we are speechless. So beautiful! This view, the tranquility and the surroundings... Plus a panoramic view from the roof terrace, from where Ank proudly points out to us where the ocean is.

If we want to see the sunset at the ocean, we have to get in the car now and drive to another super cool place, Mellow Beach House, to toast to all new adventures with a cocktail and a beer.

When we drive home in the pitch dark, 'prince de la cuisine' Henk prepares an excellent Oeuf Mayo Paradis. Cheers to the good life!