Moroccan Cooking Workshop: Tagine, Spices & Traditional Recipes

Spices at a souk near the Sahara, Morocco

Moroccan Cooking Workshops

This hands-on workshop introduces Moroccan cuisine’s classic dishes, from tagines and couscous to pastilla, along with the spices, cumin, saffron, cinnamon, and coriander, that define its flavor. Guided by a local Dada, the traditional female cook, you’ll prepare your own appetizer and main course at a private workstation.

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Traditional Moroccan kitchen and cooking ingredients

Your cooking workshop starts with a general introduction to Moroccan cooking, highlighting the importance of food in Moroccan society, and the role played over the centuries by the Dada – the traditional female cook.

You will be introduced to the most traditional recipes such as pastilla, couscous, and the many tagines, with descriptions of the ingredients, the all-important spices, and the different methods of cooking. Then you get the chance to put your new knowledge into practice, with an explanation of the recipe of the day and the ingredients that will be used.

Each participant has his/her own workstation and equipment and follows step-by-step the preparation of the dish. A typical workshop teaches an appetizer/salad and a main dish. After class, it’s time to taste the final results!! You will enjoy the meal you have prepared in the shade of fig or olive trees by the hotel pool.

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  Family fun in Morocco - I could not be more delighted with the service that we received from this company from the day we booked it to the day we were dropped at the airport.... read more We were a party of 12. Nine of my grandchildren plus their partners (all in their 20’s) plus 3 other family members.
We were met on time by our fantastic driver Ibrahim who stayed with us all week. Our vehicle was a brand new Mercedes mini-bus. We also had different guides to some of the more historic places. Our travels took us from Marrakech to The Atlas Mountains, Sahara desert, Casablanca, Fez and Essaouira. We have unforgettable memories of camel riding into the sunset and dancing to Berber musicians infront of a fire pit late into the night.
The accomodation was outstanding in old, picturesque Riads everywhere (except luxury tents .with proper bathrooms . in the desert).
I cannot recommend this company too highly. We received exactly what was promised and they were always flexible if we needed to make a change.
Ofcourse, it’s helpful to have words of warning. There were some very long days of driving as we covered a lot of territory. This is not a choice for the less fit. Lots of steep stairs, not always with hand rails. . But I am 84 and I made it.
Also, don’t travel with checked in luggage. You don’t need many clothes and it’s easier to carry small cases.
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Judy C
12 April 2025

  Great way to see the beautiful country of Morocco! - Incredible opportunity to see everything Morocco has to offer in just one week! Tour guides and our driver, Ibrahim, were very knowledgable about different cities and towns. The minibus was... read more comfortable and we were accommodated well with our lunch stops and tour breaks on each drive. Would highly recommend to anyone who is looking to be fully immersed in Moroccan culture.

Molly S
14 April 2025

  Exploring Marrakech - I had a great experience with this company. We used their services for airport pick-up and drop-offs as well as tours/excursions. Drivers Mohamed and Yasser made us very comfortable and... read more are safe drivers on the busy streets of Marrakech. Musafeh, our tour guide was a wealth of knowledge, knew his way around town and very patient as we explored the souks, museum and garden. He guided us safely through the souks. He was very interactive with us through conversations and helped us with the merchants. Top 10 service.

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Personal checks are acceptable if received more than 45 days before the departure date.

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Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of the applicable deposit, which must be paid at the time of your reservation for all travelers on the booking unless expressly waived by Morocco Private Trip in writing.