Tajine Cooking Class in a Traditional Riad with a Local Chef

4.8 (367 reviews) Marrakech, Morocco
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Receive a Moroccan masterclass on this Marrakech tour that will send you home with supreme, inside knowledge of tajine making and the delicate art of market haggling. Smug home cook alert!

This small-group tour is limited to 12 people for a more intimate experience.

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What's included

  • Cook an authentic tajine from scratch with guidance from a Moroccan chef
  • Impress your friends at home with your new culinary skills from new recipes sheet
  • Shop for fresh ingredients in the traditional Marrakech souks
  • Practice Arabic food vocabulary with your local guide
  • Discover the secrets of Moroccan spices and cooking techniques
  • Enjoy the tajine, salad and desert you’ve prepared yourself
  • Relax in a beautiful riad setting while learning about medina life
  • Lean to Make Traditional Moroccan Mint Tea
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

We will start in Djemaa El-Fna, the centre of all the action in Marrakech before heading into the souks. Here your local host will teach you the Arabic words for all the ingredients you’ll need to cook your tasty tajine, giving you insider knowledge for your shopping experience.
Now it’s time to get your cook on! During your hands-on cooking class, the chef will be giving you step-by-step instructions about how the locals cook the perfect tajine. You’ll learn all about the key ingredients and spices needed to make it as authentic as possible, the perfect skill to take home from your Marrakech travel experience.

  1. Jemaa el-Fnaa

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside Café France in Djemaa El-Fna. As you walk into Djemaa El-Fna through the main entrance this is a 3-storey café on the right side of the square. Look for the guide holding an Urban Adventures sign or badge.

End point

Outside Café France in Djemaa El-Fna. As you walk into Djemaa El-Fna through the main entrance this is a 3-storey café on the right side of the square. Look for the guide holding an Urban Adventures sign or badge.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge.
  • We can accommodate vegetarians, vegans, gluten-free, and other dietary restrictions.
  • Authentic setting: Prepare your meal in a beautifully restored riad with a local family and chef.
  • Cook with purpose: This experience is B Corp certified, meaning it meets the highest standards of social and environmental impact.
  • Cultural immersion: Learn Arabic food vocabulary, shop like a local, and discover the flavors of Morocco.
  • Small group: Enjoy a more personal experience with a maximum of 12 guests.
  • This tour is operated by a Certified B Corp™

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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