Women Who Travel | Condé Nast Traveler Morocco, Music, and More With Faouzia
Sep 21, 2023
Moroccan-Canadian singer songwriter Faouzia Ouihya discusses incorporating Moroccan sounds into her music, her comfort singing in different languages, and the passion and expressiveness of Moroccan culture. They also explore fashion, the craving for Moroccan food, and upcoming episodes on train travel in Europe and a listener's journey across Canada.
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Maintaining Cultural Heritage
- Faouzia, raised in rural Canada, maintained strong ties to her Moroccan heritage.
- Her parents fostered this connection by speaking Arabic and French and frequently cooking Moroccan food.
Embracing Cultural Identity
- Faouzia hopes to inspire people of diverse backgrounds to embrace their cultural identity.
- She aims to show that cultural heritage can be a source of strength and creativity, regardless of location.
Small-Town Upbringing
- Faouzia grew up in a small Canadian town with a population of 3,000.
- The limited entertainment options allowed her to dedicate her time to music.