Discover the authentic flavors of Moroccan cuisine through a hands-on cooking class in Marrakesh, guided by Tahar Baba, an official licensed local guide and passionate ambassador of Moroccan culture. This immersive culinary experience invites you to explore the vibrant world of Moroccan ingredients, from colorful spices and fresh herbs to market-fresh vegetables and tender meats. Begin your journey with a visit to a traditional local market, where Tahar will introduce you to the essentials of Moroccan cooking and share the stories behind the country’s most beloved dishes.
Under the guidance of a local chef, you’ll learn to prepare classic Moroccan recipes such as tagine, couscous, and zaalouk, while discovering the techniques and traditions that make Moroccan cuisine so unique. You’ll chop, season, and cook alongside locals in a warm and welcoming kitchen setting, then sit down together to enjoy the meal you’ve created. With Tahar’s cultural insight and friendly storytelling, this workshop becomes more than a cooking lesson it’s a cultural exchange filled with flavor, laughter, and Moroccan hospitality. Perfect for food lovers seeking an authentic and memorable experience in Marrakesh.
What’s included:
Guided Market Visit Explore a traditional local market with Tahar, meet friendly vendors, and learn about Morocco’s spices, seasonal produce, and ingredients.
Cooking Class with a Local Chef Prepare a full Moroccan meal (starter, main dish, and dessert) using time-honored techniques.
All Ingredients and Cooking Equipment Fresh ingredients, utensils, and aprons are provided for each participant.
Traditional Mint Tea Ceremony Enjoy the art of Moroccan hospitality with freshly brewed mint tea.
Lunch or Dinner Tasting Savor the dishes you’ve cooked together, shared in a warm local atmosphere.
Cultural Guidance by Tahar Baba Insightful explanations about Moroccan cuisine, customs, and local life from your official licensed guide.
Excluded:
Pick-Up & Drop-Off (Optional) Comfortable transfer from your riad or hotel in Marrakesh.
Day 1 – Arrival & Medina Exploration
Pick up from Marrakech airport or hotel.
Guided walking tour through the Medina’s winding alleys.
Visit the vibrant Jemaa el-Fnaa square with its food stalls, snake charmers, and performers.
Dinner at a traditional Moroccan restaurant. Overnight stay in a riad.
Day 2 – Atlas Mountains Adventure
Breakfast at the riad.
Day trip to the Atlas Mountains. Stop in Berber villages and learn about local culture.
Scenic drive through valleys with views of waterfalls and terraced fields.
Optional short hike or mule ride.
Return to Marrakech in the evening.
Day 3 – Palaces, Gardens & Culture
Visit Bahia Palace and Saadian Tombs.
Explore Majorelle Garden and Yves Saint Laurent Museum.
Lunch at a rooftop terrace overlooking the Medina.
Afternoon free for shopping in the souks (spices, carpets, crafts).
Evening hammam & spa experience.
Day 4 – Desert Excursion & Departure
Morning camel ride or quad biking in the Agafay Desert.
Picnic-style lunch in a desert camp.
Return to Marrakech.
Transfer to airport for departure.
Day 1 – Arrival & Medina Exploration
Pick up from Marrakech airport or hotel.
Guided walking tour through the Medina’s winding alleys.
Visit the vibrant Jemaa el-Fnaa square with its food stalls, snake charmers, and performers.
Dinner at a traditional Moroccan restaurant. Overnight stay in a riad.
Day 2 – Atlas Mountains Adventure
Breakfast at the riad.
Day trip to the Atlas Mountains. Stop in Berber villages and learn about local culture.
Scenic drive through valleys with views of waterfalls and terraced fields.
Optional short hike or mule ride.
Return to Marrakech in the evening.
Day 3 – Palaces, Gardens & Culture
Visit Bahia Palace and Saadian Tombs.
Explore Majorelle Garden and Yves Saint Laurent Museum.
Lunch at a rooftop terrace overlooking the Medina.
Afternoon free for shopping in the souks (spices, carpets, crafts).
Evening hammam & spa experience.
Day 4 – Desert Excursion & Departure
Morning camel ride or quad biking in the Agafay Desert.
Picnic-style lunch in a desert camp.
Return to Marrakech.
Transfer to airport for departure.
