Immerse yourself in an authentic Moroccan culinary adventure with the 4-hour cooking class at Fez Cooking School, nestled within the serene Palais Amani in the heart of Fez’s medina. This experience offers more than just cooking; it's a cultural journey that begins with a guided visit to the local souks. Accompanied by a knowledgeable chef, you’ll handpick fresh, seasonal ingredients and enjoy a tasting of bissara, a traditional dried fava bean soup that’s a staple of Moroccan street food.
Returning to the beautifully restored palace, you’ll take part in a hands-on cooking session on the rooftop terrace, with panoramic views of the medina. Under expert guidance, learn to prepare time-honored Moroccan dishes such as chicken tagine and zaalouk (smoky eggplant salad). The class can be taken either in the morning or afternoon — morning guests will enjoy their creations for lunch, while afternoon guests will savor them for dinner, served in the peaceful riad gardens.
As a thoughtful takeaway, each guest receives a printed menu with recipes, a selection of traditional spices, and a charming Fez hat — the perfect souvenir from a truly local experience.
Immerse yourself in an authentic Moroccan culinary adventure with this 4-hour cooking class at the Fez Cooking School, located within the elegant Palais Amani — a peaceful oasis in the heart of the Fez medina. Far more than a typical cooking class, this is a cultural immersion that blends food, tradition, and genuine local encounters.
The experience is offered in two time slots: a morning session from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, or an afternoon session from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. It begins with a guided visit to the lively food souks of the medina, where you’ll be accompanied by one of Palais Amani’s experienced chefs. As you explore, you’ll meet local vendors, select fresh seasonal ingredients, and discover the rich array of Moroccan spices and produce. A highlight of this walk is tasting bissara, a comforting dried fava bean soup served with olive oil and bread — a beloved staple of Moroccan street food.
Returning to the palace, you’ll head up to the rooftop cooking station, which offers sweeping views over the medina. Here, under expert guidance, you’ll take part in a hands-on cooking workshop where you’ll prepare a traditional Moroccan meal. Typical dishes include chicken tagine with preserved lemon and olives, zaalouk (a smoky eggplant and tomato salad), and freshly baked Moroccan bread or pastries, depending on the day. You’ll also learn about local cooking methods, how to use traditional spices, and tips that have been passed down through generations.
Once your dishes are ready, you’ll descend to the lush palace gardens for a well-deserved meal. Morning guests will enjoy their creations for lunch, while afternoon participants will be served dinner. Dining in this serene setting allows you to unwind and reflect on the flavorful journey you've just completed.
To round off this memorable experience, each participant will receive a printed menu featuring the day’s recipes, a small selection of the spices used during the class, and a traditional Fez hat — a thoughtful souvenir from your culinary adventure in Fez.
Regarding Activity: Flavors of Fez: A Culinary Journey at Palais Amani
