Merzouga Berber Cooking Class
The best way to understand desert life is through its food. In our Merzouga Berber cooking class, you cook side by side with a local Berber family at our camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, then sit down together to enjoy what you made.
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What you will cook
Vegetarian and vegan versions are always possible.
- Madfouna, the "Berber pizza" of Merzouga, baked in hot sand or a clay oven
- Tagine of chicken, lamb or vegetables, slow-cooked over charcoal
- Moroccan salad with tomatoes, cucumber and fresh herbs
- Mint tea and the art of the high pour
How the cooking class works
- Welcome with mint tea and an introduction to Berber spices
- Knead the bread dough by hand
- Prepare the filling and the tagine together
- Bake the madfouna and cook the tagine over the fire
- Eat together at camp with the family
Combine it with
- A night at our standard or luxury desert camp
- A sunset camel ride before dinner
- A morning at Rissani market to buy the spices
Want to cook in the Sahara?
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Contact us for a free quoteFrequently asked questions
Do I need cooking experience?
No. The class is for everyone, including children with a parent.
How long does the cooking class take?
About 2 to 3 hours, including the meal.
Can you adapt the menu for diets or allergies?
Yes. Tell us in advance about vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or allergy needs.
Do I get the recipes?
Yes. Your host will share the recipes so you can cook them at home.