AD: When it comes to Jollof the jury is still out AD: When it comes to Jollof the jury is still out there on who makes the best (well I am Nigerian so you know where I stand) but one thing I am always here for is trying something new especially when it comes to food! 

I love that Global Gourmet a cooking show by Essie Bartels on @mycleotv gives the world a chance to experience African-inspired dishes like the Ghanian style Lamb Jollof I made this week! 

Every week Essie shares new and exciting recipes! Head to stories now to see my step-by-step of making this yummy dish. Have you ever had Jollof rice? Let me know in the comments, and if you're looking for a great recipe, here is the one. #designanddine #cleotv #mycleotv #globalgourmet
After two years, @atlantahistorycenter FREE annual After two years, @atlantahistorycenter FREE annual Juneteenth celebration will be back in person this year, and you won’t want to miss it! Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the U.S., and I love that AHC has been hosting a celebration for years now! #AHCAmbassador

This year’s program will take place from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, June 19 and will give you and your family a chance to explore the center after which you can enjoy a party on the Swan House lawn with music, food, and drinks (all of which will be flowing)! It is a perfect event for the entire family. 

Don’t just visit for Juneteenth, I strongly recommend another visit so you can take your
time to see all that @atlantahistorycenter has to offer. Use my code TITI20 via the link in my bio for 20% off your tickets on your next visit! AD 

Will I be seeing you at this year’s Juneteenth celebration? Tell me which part you’re most looking forward to below!

#atlantaevents #titispassion
Happy birthday to my lover & best friend @fotosbyf Happy birthday to my lover & best friend @fotosbyfola 
My Babylove, the man behind all the magic you see on my page.  The best there is period! The kindest & nicest person I know & most who know him would testify to this. 

Cheers to many more years in good health, wealth & all that desire in Jesus name.

Can’t believe this is the 19th birthday we are celebrating! Cheers to many more🥳 Love you ❤️ #taurusseason #birthdayboy #mybabylove #blacklove #taurus

My dress @retrofete 
Hubby’s look @miguelwilsoncollection
When you were made for the soft life😎 I don’t When you were made for the soft life😎
I don’t chase, I attract. What belongs to me will simply find me.

The last 4 days in @lovangoresort was exactly what my soul needed. Chilled time in nature 🌳 while still enjoying luxuries like waking up to breathtaking view of #stjohn walks on the beach all just 3hr ✈️ from ATL.
 
Swipe for more images from the luxury tree house we had all to our selves. There are other accommodation types like a villa with it’s own pool & ocean view if that’s more your jam. Check out my St. John highlights for more. #lovango
AD | One thing that has always gotten my son hyped AD | One thing that has always gotten my son hyped is a new book! So I was excited to share with him, and also let you guys know, that the mega-best-selling Percy Jackson and the Olympians series by @RickRiordan is now in paperback with stunning new cover art by award-winning illustrator Victo Ngai.
 
As school is wrapping up in a matter of weeks-not-months for us, I am glad he can dive into this 5-book series from @readriordan. It is recommended for ages 10 and up, and you know it has to be good because it has sold more than millions of copies and has appeared on the New York Times bestseller list for over 10 years.
 
Whether you are new to Percy or a longtime fan, this gorgeous paperback set is a must-have for your library. We are excited about adding the complete series to ours!
 
#PercyJacksonandtheOlympians 
#ReadRiordan
I never say no to any opportunity to ✈️ away e I never say no to any opportunity to ✈️ away especially when it involves time in the ☀️ 

This week ( I arrived on Monday) I am spending time in USVI, #stjohn to be exact thanks to  @lovangoresort 

Lovango is the newest resort in over 30years in the USVI so I was super excited to be one of the first influencers to visit this luxury resort located on it’s own private Island 🏝 

Yesterday I spent time at the beach club (the only one in USVI) See my stories/ St John highlights. Have you been to USVI?
Day passes are also available to Lovango Beach Club.  Here are some of the things to do
-Relax in luxury by the infinity pool with chaise lounge or cabana
-Order food and drinks 
-Snorkeling 
-Hiking trail on property 
-Take in the view of St John 
-Also you can experience the Beach Club Party Under the Stars a Beach. #lovango
I am counting down the days to Summer and all the I am counting down the days to Summer and all the fun festivities I will be attending, including weddings! One place I am looking to for all of my Summer apparel needs to help me look my best is @jcpenney. 

They’ve got dresses, heels, and the extras to get you too ready to be the best dressed guest this season, like my Metallic gown and heels. Best part is that they're all at amazing prices. 

Head to my IG Stories for more of my picks and shopping links to my look. #AllAtJCP #ShoppingIsBack #sponsored
Please READ the CAPTION Hey fam, May is #mentalhea Please READ the CAPTION
Hey fam, May is #mentalhealthawareness month & I wanted to remind you that prioritizing your mental health is very important.

It is a great time to check-in with yourself, give yourself grace & take time off (insert what that thing is for you.) Take it from someone who has had her fair share of lows. Open up to someone you feel safe with and seek professional help if you need to, there are so many resources available online including subsidized counseling.

There is no shame in seeking help cos tbh Adulting is hard. I repeat No shame. My faith in God has been a big part of my healing journey & I am in therapy and have been for a while now. It honestly has been the best decision I ever made for myself. 

Lastly, do check in on your strong friends, the ones that always seem to have it all together & are always there for everyone.

Fashion is great, traveling is amazing but taking care of yourself from the inside is more important. Sending you ❤️P.S. For my friends in RL, I am fine just wanted to share this. 

Linked my @semsem dress in my @shop.ltk page.
Stepping into Mother’s Day week with my mini in Stepping into Mother’s Day week with my mini in style! How did we do?

I wanted to do something fun with my little girl while incorporating my Nigerian 🇳🇬 culture. So my younger sis designer @omogecreations created the perfect Ankara looks for us.

Send me a DM or hit her up to get yours before it sells out. $75 for my dress & $120 for both looks including shipping. She ships to worldwide 🌎 

Accessories:
My shoes @giuseppezanotti 
Sunnies @gucci
Bag @chanelofficial 
My daughter
Sunnies by @vans 
Bag @katespade

📸 @fotosbyfola
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Africa, Fashion, travel, Travel Fashion, vacation, vacation fashion · October 6, 2019

5 things to know before heading to Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech is always a good idea (see what I did there, lol) When I made plans to attend Paris Fashion Week this year, I knew it was the perfect opportunity to head to Morocco which is only a 3hour 20minute flight from Paris. After watching Sex And The City Movie 2, years ago (It was actually shot in Morocco not Abu Dhabi) I knew it would be the right place for a girls trip!  Today I will be highlighting more of what to do in Marrakech, stay tuned for part two where I dive into how I put this trip together.

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Morocco is the second African country I have visited (I am working on changing that in the coming year) and that is kinda sad with all my travels! It is my second time (Dubai was the first) visiting a predominantly Muslim country and my experience was positive! I wasn’t too concerned about my dressing because, for the most part, I dress modestly.

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What to wear

You don’t need to change your entire wardrobe just because you’re visiting Marrakech (same goes for UAE) As you can see from our outfits, we wore what we would regularly wear. With the exception being booty shorts and outfits that exposed our bosom area (except with our pool shots) We shot our pool photos in our private pool villa. I would have still worn the same pool look in our resort. Wear sleeveless outfits and rock your one-arm look with ease. And NO, you don’t have to cover your hair. I am highlighting this because I got a lot of questions about this.

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selman, marrakech

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The People

The people of Marrakech were some of the nicest people I have ever encountered period! and I have done quite a bit of travel in my time. We got offered Moroccan tea in one shop we visited and we took photos at the Old Medina Market with no issues (we were respectful of stales that had signs “no photos”) Yes, we got heckled “sister” “brown girl” “I like you”  etc some a bit offensive but nothing racist and nothing new to me TBH. I grew up in Lagos, Nigeria and when I went into the thick of the market, this was the norm. We went to the market with a guide so we felt safe. I highly recommend one so you don’t get lost! (They cost about 500 Dihrams which is $50 for 5hours) It gets pretty crazy with motorcycles, riding through the market and lots of people.

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Where to stay

I would advice staying a resort of some kind if you can. Hotels here generally are not as expensive as say the US and with the exchange rate of 10Moroccan Dihrams to a Dollar, your dollar will go a long way. We stayed in a 5-star resort called The Selman, Marrakech and made the most of it by creating a ton of content on property. We had our own private villa which came with a pool and a butler. We also had an amazing spa experience.

norma kamali

The Food

I am obsessed with Moroccan tea (mint & black is my fav) Tagine (lamb, beef), CousCous, traditional Moroccan breakfast just to name a few. I had the best salmon meal of my life in Marrakech. It was a Salmon fillet with spinach but wrapped in the yummiest crust! Head to my Instagram page (click on Marrakech Highlights) to see the images. Keep in mind most of what we ate were at our resort. Alcohol is not offered everywhere (since it’s a Muslim country) but you definitely can order while you’re in your resort. Not sure where you can buy since we just ordered in our resort.

CHERRY PICKED STYLE

We took the photo above at Old Medina Market and the one below at Le Jardin Secret.

awed by monica

Security

We never felt unsafe at any point during our stay but we never wandered in public places. We did that in our resort. We also went through Fast track at the airport (highly recommended) cos the faces of the immigration officers weren’t exactly the friendliest. Fast track basically means someone meets you as you get off the plane and expedites/walks you thought the entire process till you are out of the airport. Our hotel picked us up from the airport.

TORONTO SHAY

Things to do

There is so much to do in Marrakech and we explored a bit of that. We were there for 3 nights so we definitely didn’t do it all. I plan to visit again with my family. We went on a desert excursion (a must in Marrakech) rode camels, we watched a horse show ( I recommend doing that too) Visit the Old Medina Market a few times, lol. Get Henna, Visit the YSL Museum and Majorelle Garden Foundation (it’s so beautiful) Do not leave Marrakech without getting a traditional Hammam treatment. We had ours at the Chenot spa at the Selman.

SELMAN, MARRAKECH

FYI Americans and Canadians don’t need a visa to visit Morocco. There is so much to Morocco than Marrakech and I plan to explore beyond this beautiful city soon.

Thanks for reading, stay tuned for Part II of my Marrakech girls trip recap!

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  1. Zesty says

    October 6, 2019 at 5:49 pm

    You captured it so truly and your feedback on Morocco was so true as a lot think it’s unsafe but actually not . Beautiful shots titi and gorgeous style too

    Reply
    • Titi’s Passion says

      October 9, 2019 at 4:25 pm

      Thanks Ana, so glad you relate to all of the information shared.

      Reply
  2. Krystal says

    November 27, 2019 at 4:05 am

    Thank you for this post. I’ve been thinking about traveling to Marrakech and reading your blog just confirmed that it is a must! How were you able to find a guide for the market and also finding someone to fast track you through the airport?

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AD: When it comes to Jollof the jury is still out AD: When it comes to Jollof the jury is still out there on who makes the best (well I am Nigerian so you know where I stand) but one thing I am always here for is trying something new especially when it comes to food! 

I love that Global Gourmet a cooking show by Essie Bartels on @mycleotv gives the world a chance to experience African-inspired dishes like the Ghanian style Lamb Jollof I made this week! 

Every week Essie shares new and exciting recipes! Head to stories now to see my step-by-step of making this yummy dish. Have you ever had Jollof rice? Let me know in the comments, and if you're looking for a great recipe, here is the one. #designanddine #cleotv #mycleotv #globalgourmet
After two years, @atlantahistorycenter FREE annual After two years, @atlantahistorycenter FREE annual Juneteenth celebration will be back in person this year, and you won’t want to miss it! Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the U.S., and I love that AHC has been hosting a celebration for years now! #AHCAmbassador

This year’s program will take place from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, June 19 and will give you and your family a chance to explore the center after which you can enjoy a party on the Swan House lawn with music, food, and drinks (all of which will be flowing)! It is a perfect event for the entire family. 

Don’t just visit for Juneteenth, I strongly recommend another visit so you can take your
time to see all that @atlantahistorycenter has to offer. Use my code TITI20 via the link in my bio for 20% off your tickets on your next visit! AD 

Will I be seeing you at this year’s Juneteenth celebration? Tell me which part you’re most looking forward to below!

#atlantaevents #titispassion
Happy birthday to my lover & best friend @fotosbyf Happy birthday to my lover & best friend @fotosbyfola 
My Babylove, the man behind all the magic you see on my page.  The best there is period! The kindest & nicest person I know & most who know him would testify to this. 

Cheers to many more years in good health, wealth & all that desire in Jesus name.

Can’t believe this is the 19th birthday we are celebrating! Cheers to many more🥳 Love you ❤️ #taurusseason #birthdayboy #mybabylove #blacklove #taurus

My dress @retrofete 
Hubby’s look @miguelwilsoncollection
When you were made for the soft life😎 I don’t When you were made for the soft life😎
I don’t chase, I attract. What belongs to me will simply find me.

The last 4 days in @lovangoresort was exactly what my soul needed. Chilled time in nature 🌳 while still enjoying luxuries like waking up to breathtaking view of #stjohn walks on the beach all just 3hr ✈️ from ATL.
 
Swipe for more images from the luxury tree house we had all to our selves. There are other accommodation types like a villa with it’s own pool & ocean view if that’s more your jam. Check out my St. John highlights for more. #lovango
AD | One thing that has always gotten my son hyped AD | One thing that has always gotten my son hyped is a new book! So I was excited to share with him, and also let you guys know, that the mega-best-selling Percy Jackson and the Olympians series by @RickRiordan is now in paperback with stunning new cover art by award-winning illustrator Victo Ngai.
 
As school is wrapping up in a matter of weeks-not-months for us, I am glad he can dive into this 5-book series from @readriordan. It is recommended for ages 10 and up, and you know it has to be good because it has sold more than millions of copies and has appeared on the New York Times bestseller list for over 10 years.
 
Whether you are new to Percy or a longtime fan, this gorgeous paperback set is a must-have for your library. We are excited about adding the complete series to ours!
 
#PercyJacksonandtheOlympians 
#ReadRiordan
I never say no to any opportunity to ✈️ away e I never say no to any opportunity to ✈️ away especially when it involves time in the ☀️ 

This week ( I arrived on Monday) I am spending time in USVI, #stjohn to be exact thanks to  @lovangoresort 

Lovango is the newest resort in over 30years in the USVI so I was super excited to be one of the first influencers to visit this luxury resort located on it’s own private Island 🏝 

Yesterday I spent time at the beach club (the only one in USVI) See my stories/ St John highlights. Have you been to USVI?
Day passes are also available to Lovango Beach Club.  Here are some of the things to do
-Relax in luxury by the infinity pool with chaise lounge or cabana
-Order food and drinks 
-Snorkeling 
-Hiking trail on property 
-Take in the view of St John 
-Also you can experience the Beach Club Party Under the Stars a Beach. #lovango
I am counting down the days to Summer and all the I am counting down the days to Summer and all the fun festivities I will be attending, including weddings! One place I am looking to for all of my Summer apparel needs to help me look my best is @jcpenney. 

They’ve got dresses, heels, and the extras to get you too ready to be the best dressed guest this season, like my Metallic gown and heels. Best part is that they're all at amazing prices. 

Head to my IG Stories for more of my picks and shopping links to my look. #AllAtJCP #ShoppingIsBack #sponsored
Please READ the CAPTION Hey fam, May is #mentalhea Please READ the CAPTION
Hey fam, May is #mentalhealthawareness month & I wanted to remind you that prioritizing your mental health is very important.

It is a great time to check-in with yourself, give yourself grace & take time off (insert what that thing is for you.) Take it from someone who has had her fair share of lows. Open up to someone you feel safe with and seek professional help if you need to, there are so many resources available online including subsidized counseling.

There is no shame in seeking help cos tbh Adulting is hard. I repeat No shame. My faith in God has been a big part of my healing journey & I am in therapy and have been for a while now. It honestly has been the best decision I ever made for myself. 

Lastly, do check in on your strong friends, the ones that always seem to have it all together & are always there for everyone.

Fashion is great, traveling is amazing but taking care of yourself from the inside is more important. Sending you ❤️P.S. For my friends in RL, I am fine just wanted to share this. 

Linked my @semsem dress in my @shop.ltk page.
Stepping into Mother’s Day week with my mini in Stepping into Mother’s Day week with my mini in style! How did we do?

I wanted to do something fun with my little girl while incorporating my Nigerian 🇳🇬 culture. So my younger sis designer @omogecreations created the perfect Ankara looks for us.

Send me a DM or hit her up to get yours before it sells out. $75 for my dress & $120 for both looks including shipping. She ships to worldwide 🌎 

Accessories:
My shoes @giuseppezanotti 
Sunnies @gucci
Bag @chanelofficial 
My daughter
Sunnies by @vans 
Bag @katespade

📸 @fotosbyfola
I got to live the rich auntie life to the fullest I got to live the rich auntie life to the fullest last week with my girls thanks to @fsnevis 
-From Brunch in our villa (swipe to the end for overview of our villa)
-Private cabana on the beach with the best views of the 🌊 with 🍹 
 -Massages on the beach
Y’all I didn’t want to come back home😂This resort is perfect for your next girls trip. I will be sharing all the deets my recap blog post tmrw. You can see my Nevis highlights for all the fun I had with @1stladyo & @theyoungempress #fsnevis #hosted

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