Cooking Class with Locals in Marrakech

Join a Marrakech cooking class, explore souks, craft tagines, and bake bread in a historic oven. Savor Moroccan flavors and hospitality.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Moulay el Yazid Mosque - Local Souk Adventure
    Embark on an exciting journey to explore the lively local souk, where there is an opportunity to choose the freshest vegetables and ingredients for lunch. Local hosts will accompany you through the market, offering their expert insights.
    Interactive Cooking Session
    In the cozy setting of the local…
What's Included
  • Tea and coffee
Meal Options
  • Zaalouk - Zaalouk is a popular Moroccan dish that is typically served as a salad or appetizer. It is made from eggplant (aubergine) and tomatoes.
  • Tektouka or shakchouka - Tektouka is a delicious Moroccan dish that it’s made from tomatoes and a combination of spices.Tektouka is a cooked tomato and pepper salad.
  • Tagine - A tagine is a traditional…
Additional Information

Begin your journey with a warm Moroccan welcome, complete with fragrant mint tea and traditional cookies. Explore the vibrant local souk, selecting fresh ingredients with guidance from our local hosts. Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking experience, creating your own Moroccan feast. Craft a personalized tagine with expert guidance, infusing it…

Location
Moulay el Yazid Mosque
Rue de La Kasbah
We meet all travelers at a starting point. We will meet you in front Moulay El Yazid Mosque ,and walk you to the local market- Swika- where we will buy groceries also discover more about Marrakchi culture and local lifestyle. Then go directly to the house in the same area.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jodiann24
Apr 8, 2026
Amazing Authentic Experience - We had an amazing cooking class experience with Hadja and her family. It was such a special day for our group. We really felt so welcome and appreciated all the special touches for our group. I will never forget Hadja's mother and the special connection we shared during our time.
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Jeanne
Apr 8, 2026
Delicious, calm, local - My son and I had the best experience in the cooking class with Hajar. Ee started at the local market, where we bought the grosseries for the dinner. After that Hajar introduced us with a Moroccan tea ceremony. Then ee made delicious Tajin with chicken and different vegetables and spices, we made a fresh salat, a dish made of grilled eggplants and a delicate orange dessert. Overall an exceptional experience I can highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Koalasonia
Apr 8, 2026
Taste & Hospitality - Taking the cooking class with Hajar was one of the highlights of my trip to Morocco. The class started with a visit to the local market. Back at Hajar's - and her house has a wonderful atmosphere! - we learned how to prepare a classic chicken tagine with preserved lemons, spices, vegetables and olives, a tasty sauce and a delicious orange cake. We also enjoyed traditional pastry prepared by Hajar's mother that are normally eaten during Ramadan. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly, and the aromas filling the courtyard were unforgettable. I left with a deeper appreciation of Moroccan hospitality. I highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Marrakesh.
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Aziz
Apr 8, 2026
Unforgettable cooking class experience with HAJAR - I had the most amazing cooking class experience in the heart of the Marrakech Kasbah with Hajar! From the moment we arrived, she welcomed us with warmth and Moroccan hospitality. Hajar made every step of the cooking process fun, easy, and full of tips about Moroccan cuisine. We prepared traditional dishes from scratch, including fresh breads, tagines, and desserts, and enjoyed authentic Moroccan mint tea along the way. The hands-on experience, combined with the beautiful Kasbah setting, made it truly unforgettable. By the end of the class, not only did we have a delicious meal, but we also learned so much about Moroccan culture and culinary traditions. Highly recommended—Hajar is an incredible host!
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Q4187uyjolantaw
Mar 19, 2026
Cooking class - Amazing experience with wonderful women! Truely recomend to spend time with locals, feel vibe of local market, prepare tajin with help of Hazar and her aunt. The best time spent in Marrakesh
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Fabiosq2647gk
Feb 23, 2026
Amazing and wonderful - Excellent experience. The person who picked us up and guided us through these 3 hours was incredibly kind. She explained many things to us and had us prepare truly delicious food. She was very welcoming, and the house where we had this experience, with its beautiful inner garden, was truly stunning. It was a wonderful experience that I would recommend to everyone—it's far from the usual activities and truly worth doing. Moreover, our host has enviable linguistic skills.
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Hajar_im
Feb 8, 2026
Amazing cooking class in Marrakech with locals - We had an amazing cooking class in Marrakech with locals, and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip! From shopping for fresh ingredients in the local market to preparing traditional Moroccan dishes, everything was authentic, fun, and well explained. The hosts, two sisters, were incredibly kind, patient, and welcoming. We learned how to make delicious tagine, fresh salads, and of course, traditional Moroccan mint tea. The atmosphere felt like cooking with family, not like a tourist activity. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a real cultural experience in Marrakech! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Rabiatuladawiyahb
Jan 11, 2026
Great cooking class - I really enjoyed the cooking class. The host explained everything one by one clearly. At the end, we almost couldn't believe that we did this delicious dish. Will definitely try to cook again at home.
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Excursion10907368691
Jan 7, 2026
Very friendly and confortable - It was a great experience, it was our first day in Marrakech and they were open to answer all the questions we had during cooking. We learn the basics to make Cous-cous, Tajin and Morrocan salad.
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Cantravelanywhere
Jan 1, 2026
Cooking class in Marrakech - Our travel guide booked this class for me and my sons. This cooking class with Hajar and her aunty Malika was truly one of the highlights of our trip. We were originally meant to travel to the High Atlas Mountains for a cooking experience, but after several days in the car travelling to the desert and back through the Atlas Mountains, we didn’t want another long day of driving. We therefore asked our tour organiser to find us a cooking class in Marrakesh instead and it turned out to be the best decision we could have made. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel incredibly welcome in their beautiful family riad, it felt far more like being invited into someone’s home than attending a class. The riad itself is a wonderful setting, with a stunning kitchen and beautiful Moroccan tiling that immediately sets the tone. We were taught how to make Moroccan mint tea properly, and it was probably the best tea we had during our time in Morocco. We began with tea and sweets, then cooked a delicious chicken tagine together, along with fresh bread. The boys were encouraged to get involved, chopping and helping make the bread dough and also cook the bread which they absolutely loved. Her aunty made the msemen so easily all by hand ans was incredible watching her (we make something similar with a rolling pin in our culture) . What made this experience especially meaningful was sitting down to eat together with Hajar and Malika. Sharing the meal with them made everything feel authentic, warm, and heartfelt, and truly elevated the experience. At the end, we enjoyed tea again with sweet delights, cake, and msemen. By that point our hearts were full and our tummies were very full too; a true reflection of the generosity and care throughout the whole experience. I would highly recommend this to anyone travelling to Marrakech. It’s an experience we won’t forget in a hurry. The culture, warmth, and hospitality of the Moroccan people were truly humbling, and this experience captured that so beautifully.
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From $53
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).