Marrakech: and a Saturday stuffing

It was one of those days in Marrakech - sunny and breezy.  Just the right sort of day to have a little lunch party in the garden.  So the blogging girl and her family invited four couples and a flock of  six children to spend the afternoon with them.

Naturally, six-year old Skylar decided to dress as Snow White.  She thought it would be enchanting to sprinkle tiny flowers on the tables.  Her prince charming -- a small blond boy named Finn -- was to be among the guests.

Roses from the garden were set in vintage Moroccan footed bowls.

And a handprinted tablecloth in pink and red was brought out of the linens closet.

The children had the open air  Berber tent to themselves.  They sat on cushions on a sequined Moroccan kilim and whispered secrets at a low table made from a huge vintage Moroccan aluminum tray.

Lunch was leisurely:  spicy briouwates (a Moroccan dumpling) with tomato and coriander dipping sauce, roasted mashed potatoes with rosemary, 6 sorts of barbequed sausages, saffron chicken and vegetable brochettes, green beans in olive oil, and arugala and lemon salad. 

And of course, there was tea and desert, served with idle chatter and laughter.

Before they knew it, it was nearly 6:00.  Children's sweaters were buttoned for the  journey home and suddenly everyone was spirited away.... 

... until another Saturday that is....

PS I have fixed my blog subscription service!  If you type your email address in the space provided in the left side of my blog, you'll find Marrakech in your email box on a regular basis:)

Comments

[Peonies and Polaroids]

oh how lovely this looks. The roses, the food, delicious. We are still in the depths of winter here, no leaves on the trees, no roses in the garden and definitely no barbecue!

[Elizabeth schmid]

Wonderful pictures!
Thank you for a super day. My idea of bliss.
Tomorrow those rabbits and the duck with her ducklings.
The last photo is tres charmant.............
Shokran bezef!!!

[barbara]

Fabulous. Looks to me like you are a great cook Maryam.Such pretty things.

[Graciel]

Your creativity, your sweet life, never cease to inspire me. Your enthusiasm and welcoming ways are a breath of fresh air in this world.

[Xander]

Ooo, I love that silver teapot. -X

[Gillian]

What a nice handblocked tablecloth!
Saturdays are perfect for being outside with good food and good friends! Looks like you are a great cook missy! Yum!

[stephanie]

Mmmm, yes, love the black and white table cloth and HAD to help my self to a dumpling or two...knew you would not mind.

[akinoluna]

Haha, I take lots of photos of my feet too. It's often the only way I get to be in the photos. :-)

[Annie]

beautiful as ever! Glad you had a happy Saturday!

[Kathy here again]

Looks lovely. We barbequed yummy little lamb chops purchased from the Halal meat market, recalling all those nice little roadside cafes in Morocco.
Alas this butcher is Iraqi and has no merguez!

[maia]

You really know how to throw a spring luncheon!
Thrilled about your little literary hint, btw...I'll be looking forward to it!

[Lorie M.]

I can see why your blog has so many awards! It is so beautiful. Your pictures are dazzling.

[Yoli]

Just beautiful! Maryam the black and white tablecloth is lovely. I am so hungry now.

[Frank Gardner]

What a wonderful way to spend a Saturday afternoon. I know a little five year old that would love to play in berber like that.
Beautiful pics and text as always blogging girl.

[Ms. M]

So beautiful. I can't wait to make a trip to Morocco!

[Adla]

what a lovely garden party...love that aluminium tray!

[mary]

One day I will join you there.

Jealousy is such a curse!

[Lyna Wan]

Sounds sweet+lovely+serene

[Travelingmama@pobox.com]

Love your pics! So vibrant- and of course always a wonderful narrative. Do you tell your kids bedtime stories at night?

[julie]

so evocative, as always. totally made me want to be there!!! maybe i'll go make some mint tea to comfort myself...

[Nora]

Maryam, I can't seem to subscribe for updates via email.

[Hope]

This is all sooo delightful, Maryam!
It is such a joy to read your blog and peruse your wonderful images each day....Thank you!
xo
Hope

[Alkemie]

What a wonderful way to spend a Saturday afternoon. The food looks absolutely amazing - I was practically drooling when I was reading your description of the food!

[Alkemie]

What a wonderful way to spend a Saturday afternoon! The food looks absolutely amazing. I was practically drooling while reading your description of the food. And all of that in a tent!

[amisha]

this lunch sounds absolutely exquisite... beautiful food, a lovely setting, and lovely company!
i am catching up here and loving the virtual journey to join you in peacock pavilions... hope you are well dear m! xox