A souk in Fes
A souk in Fes

Traditional Cooking Class in Fes, Fes

Overview

Discover the incredible and flavorful cuisine of Morocco with a cooking class in Fes. Together with a local chef and culinary expert, you'll prepare authentic dishes using traditional recipes beloved by Moroccans. This hands-on experience ends with a delicious lunch and conversation with your host.

To get started, you'll explore one of the city's markets, where you'll learn how to identify the best ingredients. Get to know typical Moroccan spices, cuts of meat, and regional produce. As you meander, you'll collect components of your lunch and enjoy an authentic experience in a bustling marketplace.

Next, head to your host's kitchen to learn more about the recipes you'll prepare. Dive deep into Moroccan gastronomy by learning about different tools and techniques to create homemade salads, fresh bread, savory entrees, and sweet desserts. When finished, you'll sit down with your host to enjoy the fruits of your labor!

Read more about unique and interesting culinary experiences in Morocco.

Traveler reviews

5 total ratings, 4 with reviews
4.8 out of 5
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4.8
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4.8
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4.8
Marjorie
Marjorie R.
Nashville, TN | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2023
What a lovely family and experience. Read more

What a lovely family and experience.

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Lee Ann
Lee Ann L.
West Bend, WI | Reviewed on Apr 16, 2023
Ameena was amazing. She took us shopping in the souks for the vegetables for our chicken tagine. Her home was lovely and the instruction was great. The completed meal was delicious and I'm so glad we learned how to make chicken tagine!! It was a privilege to spend time in her home and to meet her family. Read more

Ameena was amazing. She took us shopping in the souks for the vegetables for our chicken tagine. Her home was lovely and the instruction was great. The completed meal was delicious and I'm so glad we learned how to make chicken tagine!! It was a privilege to spend time in her home and to meet her family.

Quality of Experience
It was really great to purchase food in the markets and then take it back to Ameena's home to prepare our meal.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ameena was a good teacher.
Transport
Ameena met us at the hotel.
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Mary G.
SeaTac, WA | Reviewed on Dec 22, 2022
It was so much fun for us to get to know Fes a little better by not just going shopping at the market and helping prepare a meal, but also spending time with locals and learning more about their lives. The morning we spent together was an experience I'll never forget, and the meal was delicious! Read more

It was so much fun for us to get to know Fes a little better by not just going shopping at the market and helping prepare a meal, but also spending time with locals and learning more about their lives. The morning we spent together was an experience I'll never forget, and the meal was delicious!

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DeAnna D.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Jul 19, 2022
Our guides were just wonderful. The cooking was really fun, and the results delicious. But the star was the location. Truly the most beautiful Riad we visited on our stay in Morocco. Read more

Our guides were just wonderful. The cooking was really fun, and the results delicious. But the star was the location. Truly the most beautiful Riad we visited on our stay in Morocco.

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