Telling an authentic piece from an imitation takes a trained eye. Here is a guide to bringing home genuine Moroccan treasures, near Riad Dar Kawkawa.
Leather, ceramics and metalwork
Leather babouches: smell the material, check the stitching. Hand-painted ceramics from Safi or Salé: slightly irregular patterns. Engraved brass trays: slight irregularities signal authenticity.
Textiles, gifts and practical tips
Embroidered tablecloths, sabra scarves, dried rose petals, ras el hanout. Check airline liquid rules for argan oil. Buy directly from small artisan workshops. Riad Dar Kawkawa recommends trusted addresses.