Your Dada (guardian of traditional Moroccan cuisine) will guide you in a cooking studio for an immersive cooking experience in Rabat. In this hands-on Moroccan cooking class, after a Moroccan mint tea ceremony, you'll learn to prepare authentic Moroccan dishes, using time-honored techniques and aromatic spices. Dadas speak limited English but you will have a personal translator who will translate in English (or French). Choose your classic Moroccan menu for this 3-hour experience, and after cooking, enjoy the meal you helped prepare. After your cooking lesson, you will receive a gift of a month of free access to an online Moroccan cooking school, featuring 150 courses and recipes! On days that Dada Najat is not available, an equally wonderful Dada will host your cooking lesson.
Your host Dada Najat does not speak English but you will have a personal translator in English (or French if you prefer). Your host is happy to adjust the menu to accommodate dietary preferences and skill levels upon request.
This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
Menu 1: Zaalouk (roasted eggplant and tomato salad), Chicken Tagine with preserved lemons and olives, and Jawhara (crispy warqa pastry with creamy milk pudding and orange blossom water, topped with nuts)Moroccan mint teaMenu 3: Moroccan Carrot and Orange Salad with a hint of cinnamon, Vegetarian Tagine with seasonal vegetables, JawharaMenu 2: Taktouka (roasted pepper and tomato salad), Beef Tagine with caramelized prunes and almonds, and JawharaDada Najat is a master of Moroccan cuisine with over a decade of experience bringing the rich and diverse flavors of Morocco to life. She learned the art of traditional cooking from her mother, a chef with more than 40 years of expertise, who passed down generations of culinary secrets. After honing her skills at one of Morocco’s top culinary schools, Dada Najat now runs a successful catering business in Rabat, offering a taste of authentic Moroccan dishes.
In Moroccan culture, a 'Dada' is a respected title for women who preserve the culinary traditions of Moroccan cooking, passing down recipes and techniques through generations. Dada Najat embodies this heritage, and her classes allow you to explore the time-honored methods, aromatic spices, and delicate flavors that make Moroccan cuisine truly unique.
Join Dada Najat in Rabat for an authentic cooking experience that immerses you in the heart of Moroccan culture. Learn from a true custodian of tradition and bring home the rich flavors and memories of Morocco.
Note: On days that Dada Najat is not available, an equally wonderful Dada will host your cooking lesson.
