Traveling to Marrakech means a culinary journey. At Riad Dar Kawkawa, 3 minutes from Jemaa el-Fna, here's a guide to must-try specialties.
Tajine, the heart of Moroccan cuisine
The tajine takes its name from the conical clay pot it's cooked in. Popular versions: chicken with preserved lemon and olives, lamb with prunes and almonds, kefta with eggs.
Pastilla, a sweet-savory masterpiece
Traditionally made with pigeon, today often chicken, pastilla combines meat, almonds, cinnamon and sugar in thin warqa pastry. Historically reserved for celebrations.
Other dishes worth trying: Friday couscous, harira soup, mechoui. Some riads offer cooking classes. Contact us at +212 661 13 22 74.