Cooking Class with Chef Laila: 30 Years Experience

I am Laila, a seasoned culinary professional, with three decades of background in catering for guest houses and hotels, 12 of those years include teaching cooking lessons to guests.

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 8 Rue de la Bahia - After gathering at the nearest point and confirming any food allergies, a suitable menu is selected for everyone, including vegetarian and vegan options. The class begins with a lesson on assessing the quality of produce. Following this, the group proceeds to the breakfast location, where the instructor demonstrates how to…
What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Tea and coffee included
Meal Options
  • Zaalouk
  • Zucchini charmoula
  • Caramelised carrots
  • Chicken preserved lemon
  • Tanjia
  • Couscous
  • Orange al la cannelle
Location
3 Rue Riad Zitoun el Jdid
Rue Riad Zitoun el Jdid
Meeting point next Préfecture riad zitoun jdid Parking bahia Bahia palace
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Bernard_p
Aug 17, 2025
This was an amazing and... - This was an amazing and worthwhile experience. Chef Laila made us feel at home. Exceeded expectations.
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Grahamk748
Aug 13, 2025
A Wonderful Culinary Experience with Chef Leila & Chef Asma - A Wonderful Culinary Experience with Chef Leila & Chef Asma From start to finish, this was an absolutely amazing experience. Chef Leila and Chef Asma were warm, welcoming, and incredibly skilled at guiding us through each step of the cooking process. The food we prepared — and enjoyed together — was simply outstanding, full of flavor and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was superb: relaxed yet full of energy, with great conversation and plenty of laughter. The setting was colorful and inviting, and there was always plenty of water available, which was much appreciated during a day of cooking and tasting. I left not only with a full stomach but also with new skills and inspiration to try these recipes at home. I’d highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting — whether you’re a confident cook or just starting out, you’ll have a fantastic time.
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D5530xirichardc
Aug 12, 2025
Fabulous - do this - Would give 6 stars if I could. Fabulous. Such a generous, warm, fun experience and easily the best meal we had in Marrakech.
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Jowhitjlj
Aug 10, 2025
Great fun and we learned so much! - Brilliant fun! We took our son (12) and he loved it too. Really entertaining, friendly and we learned so much. Gorgeous food created and it was a few cool hours away from the summer heat!
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Xcarafi
Aug 10, 2025
A real surprise, a wonder! - It has been a real surprise! An activity I did with my teenage son, and it was a smash. We went shopping, and we cooked three dishes that we later ate with the group. But the best, DE long, are the people you do the activity with, headed POR Laila. Great experience!
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Raerae1980
Aug 9, 2025
Fun family experience with teens. - We had an absolutely unforgettable morning with Leila and her lovely daughters. They really are a pair of comedians! Entertaining, warm and welcoming, we felt like family by the end! Such a great way to learn about the culture and get top cooking tips. We took our teenagers (16 and 14) and they both enjoyed it. Delicious food to eat at the end too! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Rachael, Michael, Otis and Lola (Leila)! 🥰You have a family in the UK now. Xxx
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Alexandra_a
Aug 9, 2025
Wonderful experience 🥰 - Laïla is an extraordinary being of great generosity of heart and soul .. she knew how to pass on her passion and know-how .. make us understand ENdre how to handle spices and be able to explode in the mouth a multitude of flavor .. Throughout this experience, from the choice DE vegetables at the market gardener’s to the last bite she surrounded us, learned her little culinary secrets that make her tagines far from those of most restaurants .. so tasty 😁and almost made us feel like we belonged to her family .. I highly recommend for culinary sharing but also for her huge heart .. the children my sister and I thank her warmly and will never forget her 😍😍😍
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Julie
Aug 8, 2025
Fun, memorable, excellent value for money - Absolutely amazing afternoon! Our favourite experience in Marrakesh so far. Leila & daughter Assma & helpers are very welcoming . You really do prepare all the dishes and they are very generous with their knowledge. The meal was soooo good, my sons 17 & 20 loved this experience!
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Jordan_p
Aug 5, 2025
A Fantastic Dive into Moroccan Cuisine! - The Moroccan cooking class, was absolutely amazing! The charming kitchen, filled with vibrant spices and fresh ingredients, instantly set the mood. Chef Leila and Asma were not just skilled chefs but also wonderful storytellers. Chef Asma shared intriguing insights into Moroccan culinary traditions, making each moment feel special. We learned to make a classic tagine, and the hands-on approach was fantastic, chopping veggies and blending spices was so much fun! The best part? Sitting down to enjoy our delicious creations! The aromas were mouthwatering, and sharing the meal with fellow participants made it even more memorable. Don’t wait, book now!
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Atibati77
Aug 16, 2025
It was okay - Chef Laila picked us up on time at the meeting point, along with the others attending the class. There were 13 of us in total — the others spoke French, and we spoke English — but Chef Laila easily switched between both languages. She and her daughter speak English and French fluently. After meeting her, we first visited a local market to pick up fresh vegetables, then headed to her home. The course description mentioned that we would have breakfast there and be taught how to make Moroccan tea, but this part didn’t happen — we were served tea only. The cooking class itself ran very smoothly and was both interesting and well organized. After preparing the dishes, we all sat together to enjoy the delicious food we had made, followed by dessert. Chef Laila kindly sent us all the recipes via WhatsApp afterward. You can also purchase tagine dishes there at very reasonable prices. Overall, it was a great experience and I would highly recommend it!
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).