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Soukshopper - Buy authentic, support craftsmen, preserve cultural heritage: July 2009
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Sunday, July 5, 2009. Chicago Arabesque Festival, June 24-27, 2009. The 3rd Annual Chicago Arabesque Festival was held June 24-27, 2009 at the Daley Plaza, in downtown Chicago. Chicago Arabesque is proudly presented by the Chicago Commission on Human Relations Advisory Council on Arab Affairs. Chicago Arabesque offers a dynamic celebration and exploration of the art, cuisine, culture, music, and dance of the Arab world in the heart of the city. More info: http:/ www.chicagoarabesque.com. What is a souk?
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Soukshopper - Buy authentic, support craftsmen, preserve cultural heritage: Chicago Arabesque Festival, June 24-27, 2009
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Sunday, July 5, 2009. Chicago Arabesque Festival, June 24-27, 2009. The 3rd Annual Chicago Arabesque Festival was held June 24-27, 2009 at the Daley Plaza, in downtown Chicago. Chicago Arabesque is proudly presented by the Chicago Commission on Human Relations Advisory Council on Arab Affairs. Chicago Arabesque offers a dynamic celebration and exploration of the art, cuisine, culture, music, and dance of the Arab world in the heart of the city. More info: http:/ www.chicagoarabesque.com. What is a souk?
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Soukshopper - Buy authentic, support craftsmen, preserve cultural heritage: Second Round (Barrington, Illinois) - For the horse afficionado.
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Saturday, January 30, 2010. Second Round (Barrington, Illinois) - For the horse afficionado. It's a mild, sunny winter afternoon and I decide to visit Second Round, a store in the tony suburb of Barrington, IL (where several horse properties abound). Second Round is a store that specializes in consignments of quality English tack and horseback riding apparel. There couldn't be a better second hand store of riding apparel and accessories to buy for your favorite horse. Posted by The Social Entrepreneur.
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Soukshopper - Buy authentic, support craftsmen, preserve cultural heritage: July 2008
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Tuesday, July 8, 2008. Next Up: The Santa Fe Indian Market. Aug 23-24, 2008 is the prestigious Santa Fe Indian Market, a juried show featuring and selling the best of Native American art, sponsored by the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts. This annual event is THE world's best market for Native American art and is held at the Santa Fe Plaza in Santa Fe. New Mexico - one of my favorite American cities. Posted by The Social Entrepreneur. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). Chicago, IL, United States. Hi guy...
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Soukshopper - Buy authentic, support craftsmen, preserve cultural heritage: May 2008
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Tuesday, May 27, 2008. In Essaouira, we were able to get a great bargain for a double room for about half the rack rate with breakfast included! Bargaining is such a daily fact of life in Morocco and every price is subject to bargaining except perhaps their utility bills! Etiquette and Local Customs. Posted by The Social Entrepreneur. Tile mosaic) work and brave colors. Homes in Morocco are so alive - my favorites are the ones with a living rooftop space and also the ones that have an interior courty...
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Soukshopper - Buy authentic, support craftsmen, preserve cultural heritage: Vintage Chicago (Andersonville)
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Sunday, January 17, 2010. Once a sleepy village of Swedish immigrants, Chicago's Andersonville. Neighborhood is teeming with chic and funky shops, notably those that sell refurbished vintage items and antiques. This up and coming neighboorhood is only 5 miles north of downtown Chicago and is particularly known for its diversity. Here are some truly unique finds as I went strolling up North Clark St. (the main drag) on a Sunday afternoon. View this list of vintage/antique shops in Andersonville. Dear frie...
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Soukshopper - Buy authentic, support craftsmen, preserve cultural heritage: January 2010
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Saturday, January 30, 2010. Second Round (Barrington, Illinois) - For the horse afficionado. It's a mild, sunny winter afternoon and I decide to visit Second Round, a store in the tony suburb of Barrington, IL (where several horse properties abound). Second Round is a store that specializes in consignments of quality English tack and horseback riding apparel. There couldn't be a better second hand store of riding apparel and accessories to buy for your favorite horse. Posted by The Social Entrepreneur.
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Soukshopper - Buy authentic, support craftsmen, preserve cultural heritage: Islamic Hanging Lamps
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Tuesday, April 13, 2010. Koranic hanging lamps with engraved scripture from the Koran are typically found in mosques throughout Egypt. In the Islamic scripture, light is the most fundamental metaphor, and lighting is integrated into the interior architecture to create an environment where the worshipper can fulfil his religious needs. In Islamic spaces, light is the symbol of the unity, “enlighting” bringing together and connecting people with the sacred. Posted by The Social Entrepreneur. Marco Polo was...
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Soukshopper - Buy authentic, support craftsmen, preserve cultural heritage: Handmade Products from Egypt
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Saturday, April 10, 2010. Handmade Products from Egypt. Camel trinkets can be made into a wind chime or decorative mobile. Bread/Fruit plates from Siwa made of Date palm fronds. Bedouin scarf with handstitched design. Bedouin-made wool organizer/rack (great as a magazine holder). Bedouin products made of wool. Egyptian quilt design pillow shams. A Koranic lamp typically found in mosques. Bedouin woman face veil. Posted by The Social Entrepreneur. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). What is a souk? Hi guy...