Tangier Private Cooking Class With a Local Family





Description
Indulge your senses and embark on a culinary journey like no other with our Tangier Cooking Class. Discover the vibrant and rich flavors of Moroccan cuisine as you learn to prepare traditional dishes in the heart of Tangier, a city known for its cultural diversity and gastronomic delights. Our expert local chefs will guide you through the intricacies of Moroccan cooking, sharing their knowledge and passion for the culinary arts. From fragrant tagines to fluffy couscous and mouthwatering pastries, you’ll unlock the secrets behind these iconic dishes that have captivated palates around the world.
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Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up all travellers from any place in Tangier and surroundings.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(96)
Great unique experience, very authentic and we all had a great time
Nice cooking class and delicious food
Delicious food and Nice family
We had a wonderful time with Anwar and his family during our cooking experience in Tangier. From the start, Anwar was communicative and made the pickup process seamless, which was much appreciated after a long journey. He welcomed us into their home, where his mother was already busy preparing a delicious traditional tagine. While this isn’t exactly a hands-on cooking class, we still had a great time. Anwar’s mother did all the cooking, and we mainly helped by chopping vegetables while watching her prepare a classic Moroccan meal. The tagine was absolutely fantastic — full of rich, deep flavors that made the whole experience worthwhile. To pass the time while the food was cooking, Anwar put on the Anthony Bourdain episode about Tangier, which was an interesting touch and added some context to the experience. It did, however, feel like a missed opportunity for more direct engagement and storytelling about Moroccan culture and daily life. There were a few other aspects that could be improved. During the experience, Anwar asked for tips specifically for both his mother and the taxi driver, even though we had already paid in full, which felt a bit uncomfortable. Additionally, he could benefit from being more personable and engaging with guests — for example, sharing more insights about Morocco, its traditions, and his personal experiences. During the cab ride, he spent most of the time speaking with the driver rather than interacting with us, and at home, the TV took the place of what could have been meaningful cultural conversation. He was also on his phone engaging in other activities a lot. Overall, it was a lovely and authentic visit to a local home, and we appreciated the opportunity to experience a different side of Tangier. That said, it’s better described as a cultural visit rather than a traditional cooking class. We would still recommend it to those looking for a cozy and unique experience, but with the expectation that it is more observational and informal than instructional. (PHOTOS OF ACTIVITY OFFERED NOT REFLECTIVE ON ACTUAL EXPERIENCE)
Fantastic hospitality and delicious tagine prepared from the start, chopping and peeling ingredients, then putting spices and everything together for a tasty and lovely tagine. We felt in a real Tanger family home and we had great conversations. An experience not to be missed if you're genuinely interested in real local people from Tanger. The arrangements and communication with Anwar before the experience were always professional and clear.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review We’re truly happy to hear that you enjoyed the authentic experience in Tangier and felt welcomed in a real local family home. It’s great to know that preparing the tagine from scratch and sharing conversations made your experience so special. Your kind words about the hospitality and the connection with local culture mean a lot to us. We also really appreciate your feedback about the communication and organization—it’s always our goal to make everything smooth and clear from the beginning. Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back for another authentic experience in the future
We had a wonderful time learning how to cook chicken tagine and a beef dish with Anwar and his family. There was so much food, and it was so nice to be welcomed into their home. Anwar’s mother graciously demonstrated her recipes, and we participated by chopping vegetables. They also served tea and sweets with the meal, and everything was delicious! We highly recommend this cooking class as a fun family activity.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure welcoming you into our home and sharing this cooking experience with you. My mother was very happy to show you how we prepare traditional tagine and family recipes, and we’re glad you enjoyed cooking together, the tea, and the sweets. We really appreciate your recommendation, and you are always welcome back in Tangier — our home will be open for you anytime
Anuar and his mom saved the Moroccan food reputation in our eyes, because we were not lucky to have tried tajin before in the restaurant VAndalusia. Latifa is such a great cook, the food is absolutely amazing. We could not get enough of it. Very beautiful experience. Not only you learn to cook but you have the opportunity to try what real Moroccan food is and not what they give you in restaurants. Very recommended
Thank you so much for your wonderful review I’m thrilled that you enjoyed the cooking class and that Latifa’s tajin impressed you. It means a lot to us to show the real flavors of Moroccan food, beyond what’s in restaurants. Your kind words make our work even more rewarding. We hope to welcome you back to Tangier for another delicious experience someday
We had booked an appointment at 12 noon. At 22:15 the night before we were asked if an appointment at 16:00 would be okay. At 3:20, he called to see if we could get out, he was just around the corner. We were fortunately prepared and then waited together for a taxi. After the short drive towards Medina we were allowed to get out and follow him to a restaurant. In the outdoor kitchen on the roof the cooking took place. There was a mobile gas stove there. The friendly woman named Fatima showed us the ingredients for the tagine. We peeled potatoes and carrots and cut onions into small pieces. This was then stacked in the tagine. While the tagine was cooking we were led to a seller of argan oil where we spent more money than planned. Then we were led back to the restaurant where we ate the tagine. There was tea, water, salad and bread. On the way out, he gave us stuffed puff pastry bags. For the trip back to the hotel he organized a taxi again and paid in advance before saying goodbye to us.
Thank you very much for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed the private cooking class with Fatima and the local ingredients, as well as the Tagine you prepared and the view from our family restaurant. We always strive to create a relaxed, private, and authentic experience for our guests. On the day of your tour, the morning had heavy rain, and you kindly asked to move the class to 4 PM. We were happy to accommodate this change, which allowed you to enjoy the market when it was open and experience more local culture. Our goal is always to give guests the best experience possible, even when circumstances change unexpectedly. We appreciate your understanding, and we hope the day left you with wonderful memories of Tangier. Thank you again for your review, and we would be delighted to welcome you back for another authentic experience in the future.
We peel1 carrot,1potato and 1 onion. Then wait 45 min until the dish was ready. Misleading and expensive. Afrader! After our complaint we were promised a refund but it was never received.
From the streets of the medina to the kitchen of a Moroccan family, every part of this tour was memorable. The guide shared fascinating nsights, and the `ooking class was interactive and authentic. Eating the dishes E ING prepared together made thne experience even more special. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Tangier.
Thank you so much for your lovely review and recommendation! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the journey from the medina to the family kitchen and found the cooking class authentic and interactive. Sharing a meal that we prepared together is truly a special moment, and we’re happy it made your experience memorable. It was a pleasure welcoming you, and we hope to see you again in Tangier



