5.0 (558) · Marrakech · By Cook in Marrakesh with Ahmed and Hassan Free cancellation Likely to sell out
Embark on a unique 4-hour culinary adventure in Marrakech.
Enhance your cooking abilities while exploring the rich traditions, vibrant flavors, and captivating history of Moroccan cuisine.
Before we begin cooking, we will visit a local market to procure fresh vegetables and the necessary ingredients for our chosen recipes.
Upon returning to our family home, we will prepare and savor traditional Moroccan mint tea as we get acquainted.
The cooking class is a fully immersive, hands-on experience.
You will master authentic techniques for preparing Moroccan tagines, from the initial peeling and chopping to the precise seasoning with traditional spices like Ras El Hanout.
Throughout the cooking process, we will share engaging stories about Moroccan culture, customs, and daily life.
Working collaboratively as a single team, you will prepare several distinct dishes, enabling you to learn a diverse range of recipes and cooking methods.
At the conclusion of the class, you will have the pleasure of enjoying the delicious meal you have collectively prepared.
✓ English- or French-speaking instructor✓ Air-conditioned kitchen and dining area✓ Dinner (afternoon class)✓ Guided local market visit✓ Free Wi-Fi✓ Bottled water✓ Hands-on cooking class✓ Lunch (morning class)✓ Moroccan tea ceremonyActivity Schedule
4 h
After meeting at Pharmacie Bab Doukkala, we will take a short walk through a local market near our home to buy the fresh vegetables and ingredients needed for the class.
We then head to our family home, just a few steps from the market. To begin, you'll learn how to prepare traditional Moroccan mint tea, which we'll enjoy together while getting to know each other.
Next, we start with the dish that takes the longest to cook. While it simmers, we'll work together to prepare the remaining dishes. This hands-on approach lets you learn several authentic Moroccan recipes instead of just one.
Our menu usually includes a variety of tagines, such as vegetable, chicken, beef, or kefta (meatball). We also offer couscous workshops, but please let us know in advance if you'd like to make couscous. We can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary requirements.
Once everything is ready, you'll enjoy the meal you've prepared. After the class, we'll send you the recipes for everything we cooked, along with many additional Moroccan recipes.
Children aged 6 years and older are welcome to join our cooking class.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
The meeting point is Pharmacie Bab Doukkala. When searching on Google Maps, please make sure you select the pharmacy with this exact name. Bab Doukkala is a neighborhood with several pharmacies, but only one is named Pharmacie Bab Doukkala, which is the correct meeting point.
The meeting point is Pharmacie Bab Doukkala. When searching on Google Maps, please make sure you select the pharmacy with this exact name. Bab Doukkala is a neighborhood with several pharmacies, but only one is named Pharmacie Bab Doukkala, which is the correct meeting point.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Public transportation options are available nearby Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health Vegan and vegetarian options are available. Recipes are shared with all participants at the end of the class. Once your booking is confirmed, we will send you a message with all the meeting details, so there's no need to worry about finding us. Group size is limited to a maximum of 10 participants (occasionally 11 in case of an overbooking or for private groups). To ensure a comfortable experience for all guests, children under the age of 7, including infants, are not permitted to join the class. Thank you for your understanding. The cooking and dining areas are fully air-conditioned. Photos are welcome during the cooking class and of the vegetable stalls at the market. Out of respect for the privacy of others, please avoid photographing other shops or people. Please do not enter the pharmacy at the meeting point. Kindly wait outside until we come to meet you. Not suitable for people with onion or garlic allergies Small group Local market tour: Once we meet, we do a short tour of a local market to buy ingredients we are going to use for cooking. Group class: You will join other people to form a small group. Duration: 4 hours: This class lasts 4 hours starting from 10am Lunch or dinner: You eat what you have cooked for lunch or dinner. Arrive at the meeting point on time to ensure a smooth start. Inform the host in advance about any dietary restrictions. Feel free to take photos, but be mindful of others' privacy. Ask questions to learn more about Moroccan culinary traditions. Be prepared to share stories and connect with fellow participants. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 384453P1
Activity offered by Cook in Marrakesh with Ahmed and Hassan via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Food enthusiasts Travelers interested in cultural experiences Families with children aged 6 and above Immerse yourself in Moroccan culture through its cuisine. Hands-on cooking experience with a local chef. Visit a vibrant local market to select fresh ingredients. Enjoy the delicious meal you've prepared. Learn authentic recipes to recreate at home.
Population 1,002,697 (2024)
Elevation 465 m
Currency Moroccan dirham
Official languages Arabic, Standard Moroccan Tamazight
Driving on the right
Power plugs C, E · 127 V
Emergency number 15
Capital city Rabat Average temperatures 10° Jan 11° Feb 14° Mar 17° Apr 20° May 24° Jun 29° Jul 29° Aug 24° Sept 20° Oct 15° Nov 11° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What is the meeting point for the cooking class? + The meeting point is Pharmacie Bab Doukkala. Please ensure you select the correct pharmacy when searching on Google Maps.
Can dietary requirements be accommodated? + Yes, we can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs. Please inform us in advance.
What is the maximum group size? + The group size is limited to a maximum of 10 participants, occasionally 11 in case of overbooking or for private groups.
Are children allowed to join the class? + Children aged 6 years and older are welcome. Children under 7, including infants, are not permitted.
What should I do if I have allergies? + The class is not suitable for people with onion or garlic allergies.
Reviews provided by Viator, written by travellers on Viator and Tripadvisor.
★★★★★ Viator review
Good Cooking Class
celiabethfrankford, October 2026
The class was very good. We made four types of tangines and two salads. All were delicious. Everyone in our group of ten was congenial. Uber does not drive to that area so we had to take a taxi there and back. Ahmed was kind enough to get us a taxi when the class ended. Thank you for having us and for the recipes.
★★★★★ Viator review
Amazing cookery lesson
Sam_T, October 2026
Hassan was very knowledgeable and spoke amazingly in 3 different languages. His cooking expertise and ability to teach several people simultaneously was excellent. He involved everyone brilliantly. The wide range of food cooked was absolutely delicious
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Something your Grandmom cook with lots of love.
helenedD4279LS, September 2026
Hassan was Amazing!!!! Best meal we had in Morocco. We book the 4pm and ate dinner at 7:30. Dinner was so good we book another class for lunch in 3 days. We can't wait. Hassan is very knowledgeable and very nice.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Flavour explosion
stevegT4373YW, September 2026
We really enjoyed the cooking class. Hassan is very warm and knowledgeable. You will learn, laugh and eat well. Highly recommended
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Must do if in Marrakesh!
P5531MJalices, September 2026
Our half day cooking class with Ahmed and chef Assan is the highlight of our trip so far. Their English was very good, they were warm, helpful and ready to answer all our questions, about food or Moroccan life in general. The experience of going to the market to pick the vegetables and herbs, the tea ceremony and then the hands on cooking was the best we’ve had so far this trip. I couldn’t recommend it highly enough. Not to be missed!
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