Cuisine

Moroccan cuisine is one of the most important cuisines in the world because of its remarkable diversity of influences. One can trace the culinary traditions of Morocco and find a remarkable array of flavors due to a blend of immigrants and colonizers who brought their own traditions to mix with those of Morocco. The Arabs brought new spices and fruits as well as the sweet and sour combinations that we see in tagines. The Jews introduced food preserving techniques. The Ottoman Empire introduced the Kebabs. The French brought pastries and wine with them. Using all these influences, the cooks in Morocco developed and perfected distinct dishes that are the pride of this country. Nowadays, Morocco's diverse landscape provides an abundance and a variety of spices and food such as cumin, anise, saffron, dates, olives, lemons, oranges, fish, and lamb. This variety of ingredients is used to create a unique and complex blend of flavors and aromatic dishes that are unmatched in any other cuisine.

Moroccans eat fruits for dessert. Pastries, cookies, and other sweets are eaten as a midday snack with tea or coffee. They also have a presence on holiday tables or family gatherings. From the moist  coconut cookie (Ghriba) to the spongy 1000 hole crepes (Baghrir), there's sure to be a traditional Moroccan recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Art & Culture

The art of Morocco is distinctive and very special. Moroccans express themselves through carpet-making, ceramics-making, sculpting, painting, and clothing. Artists and artisants’ talents are usually showcased at festivals held around the country. Examples of that art are on display at local museums, art galleries, and in souks. Traditional Moroccan homes are galleries themselves. Each home showcases a blend of North African and Islamic architecture.