Within koo-ee of the Taj Mahal, we must take cycle rickshaws through the Old City of Agra, to visit the workshop of a family who…
Kumasi Market
Kumasi market looking out- second floor is fabric heaven. Sneak peek of market madness in Kumasi, Ghana.So many beautiful fabrics to choose from, well worth…
Why Istanbul?
Why Istanbul? Ohh why? I have popped into Istanbul a few times on passing….. got hooked. Reading Richard Fidler’s Ghost Empire really set me off. So much…
Inspiration India
Inspiration India Guests joining us on the Rajasthan Tour were asking if I can recommend any reading material to get ready for the trip. Ohhh…
Top of a minaret, Samarkand
Top of a minaret, Samarkand Some days You have to be in the right spot and say yes!Megan and I were leaving the Ulugbek Madrassa,…
Gujarat and Jaipur Tours in Review
Gujarat and Jaipur Tours in Review I like to write a review after a tour- helps me summarize for myself what I found, let’s you…
Have a cracker day
Have a cracker day I saw this on FB a few weeks ago.Love it. It is my new mantra.I added the “GO FOR IT!!” Only…
Deep dive into Old Delhi
Deep dive into Old Delhi Textile Treasure Hunt The aim is to wander through textile supplies heaven. You need to be prepared to dive, with…
To Do list- Ghana
The TO DO list is huge…. To Do list- Ghanaand like that question “How do you reach the top of the mountain?”[ vegetatarian version of…
Batik in Ghana
Batik in Ghana is a much loved artform.Our friend Esther is happy to welcome us to her home and teach us the ropes.You’ll have a…
A little R&D in Delhi
A little R&D and indulging in street foods. If you choose wisely Indian street food has a lot of healthy options. That is my story,…