Pomegranate a Symbolic Fruit in Moroccan Cuisine Pomegranates hold significant cultural and agricultural importance in Morocco. The cultivation of pomegranates can be traced back centuries, with Moroccan farmers employing traditional methods alongside modern agricultural practices to enhance yield and quality. In regions such as [...]
June announces the return of delicious fruits The arrival of June in Morocco marks the return of some of the most delectable and anticipated fruits of the year. As the temperatures rise and the sun shines [...]
Fez Cooking School: The Baking class with tea Ceremony The Baking class with tea Ceremony at Fez Cooking School is an experience which offers more than just learning how to bake delicious treats. It provides an [...]
Chebakia Bouchnikha as a special pastry for the month of Ramadan Chebakia, also known as Halwa Chebakia or mkharka, is a Moroccan sesame cookie coated with honey. It is often associated with the Ramadan fast. Moroccans prepare this by shaping a rolled-out dough into [...]
Almonds a key element in Moroccan cuisine Almonds remains a key element in Moroccan cuisine, adding a unique and delightful flavor to a variety of dishes. From savory tagines to sweet pastries, almonds play a prominent role in creating the rich and diverse flavors [...]
Tagoula: the main dish of Amazigh New Year Tagoulla, the main dish to celebrate the Amazigh New Year, holds significant cultural and culinary importance in the Amazigh community. This traditional dish not only represents a delicious meal but also embodies the spirit of celebration [...]
Melliferous flowers in Morocco Morocco is famous for its plant diversity. Here you’ll find all the main melliferous flowers. A melliferous flower is a plant which produces nectar or pollen that can be collected by insects and [...]
Harvesting olives starts in November in Morocco. Experts say that very best quality is achieved when all the colours of the olive are on the tree. Morocco is the fourth largest producer of olive oil in the world. And olive horticulture has a [...]
Harvesting season for dates (a symbolic fruit in Moroccan & Islamic culture) We all love to eat luscious plump dates. They are rich in fibre, vitamins and minerals, and keep for months without refrigeration. Dates are the fruit of a desert palm tree that [...]
The North African Jewish cuisine of Morocco is influenced not only by Jewish traditions but also the Mediterranean and Arabic cultures that surround them. During Spain's infamous Inquisition, Jews were forced to flee the country for more welcoming shores. Many of these refugees landed [...]