Cooking with a tagine in Marrakesh

How it usually goes

1. Meet your guide and group at a central meeting point like Jemaa el-Fnaa.
2. Walk through the local food market to select spices and fresh ingredients.
3. Prep vegetables and meat at the cooking station with your instructor.
4. Assemble everything inside the clay tagine and let it slow-cook over coals.
5. Sit down with the group to share the meal you just prepared.

What to bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Water bottle
• Notebook for recipes
• Appetite

Picking a good one

• Check if the class includes a guided market tour to learn how to buy local spices.
• Read recent reviews to confirm the kitchen setup is clean and well-ventilated.
• Ask if you get your own tagine to cook in or if you share with others.
• Confirm dietary restrictions like vegetarian options can be accommodated before you book.

Huginn’s tips

• Drink bottled water during the market walk to stay safe.
• Take photos of the spice vendors, but always ask permission first.
• Buy whole spices instead of ground ones at the market for better flavor at home.