Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class & Souk Market Tour

Overview #

Immerse yourself in the world-renowned culinary heritage of Morocco with our top-rated hands-on cooking workshop in Marrakech! Guided by an experienced traditional Moroccan chef (Dada), this culinary experience takes you from raw market ingredients to a mouthwatering feast in a historic Medina Riad.

What You Will Learn & Do #

1. Guided Spice Souk Market Walk #

Your experience begins with an aromatic guided tour through the local food and spice markets of the Marrakech Medina. You’ll interact with local vendors, smell fresh coriander and mint, sample cured olives, and discover the secrets behind iconic spice blends like Ras el Hanout, saffron, cumin, paprika, and cinnamon.

2. Hands-on Riad Cooking Masterclass #

Head back to the tranquil open-air courtyard kitchen of our Riad. Under the step-by-step guidance of your Dada chef, you will:

• Temper and rub spices onto fresh meat or vegetables
• Assemble and slow-cook a signature Moroccan Tagine (e.g. Chicken with Preserved Lemons and Olives, or Tender Lamb with Prunes and Almonds)
• Prepare classic Moroccan cooked salads such as Zaalouk (smokey eggplant salad) and Taktouka (bell pepper and tomato salad)
• Knead and bake fresh flatbread (Khabz) in traditional clay pans

3. Rooftop Feast & Mint Tea Ceremony #

After completing your dishes, gather on the shaded rooftop terrace or courtyard dining room. Savor the fruits of your labor during a relaxing 3-course meal, served alongside freshly brewed Moroccan mint tea and traditional almond pastries.

4. Take-Home Recipe Pack #

You’ll receive a printed recipe card packet detailing exact measurements and cooking steps so you can impress your friends and family with authentic Moroccan dishes back home.