Moroccan Food Guide: Beyond Just Tagines!
When people think of Morocco, tagines usually steal the spotlight—but this trip proved Moroccan cuisine has so much more to offer! From seafood feasts to French pastries, Spanish tapas, and even "beef head sandwiches" (yes, really!), the flavors here are wildly diverse. 🍽️ Must-Try Dishes 1. Seafood Platters Grilled fish, shrimp, oysters—fresh from the Atlantic coast. Best in: Plage d'Essaouira& Casablanca. 2. French Patisseries Flaky croissants, éclairs, macarons—Morocco’s colonial legacy lives on in its bakeries. 3. Beef Head Sandwiches Street food gem: Tender beef cheek stuffed in bread with pickles & harissa. Try it in: Marrakech’s medina. 4. Snail Soup Herb-infused broth with chewy snails—a local favorite for late-night eats. 5. Spanish & Fusion Restaurants Paella, tapas, seafood rice—Morocco’s proximity to Spain means stellar Iberian flavors. 🍹 Drinks & Snacks Sugarcane + Ginger + Lemon Juice: Refreshing AF (and great for digestion!). Fresh Orange Juice: 1 MAD (~$0.10) from street stalls—unbeatable. Watermelon & Melon: Ridiculously sweet—perfect in the heat. 👩🍳 DIY Moroccan Feast (For Airbnb Chefs) Moroccan supermarkets are a goldmine: Beef, salmon, marinated chicken: Great for grilling or stir-fries. Potatoes, vermicelli noodles: Ideal for hotpot nights (yes, we brought our own mala spices!). Pro Tip: Pack Thai tom yum paste or Chinese hotpot base—game-changer for homemade meals. ⚠️ Food Notes Couscous Fridays: A must-try (but share one plate—it’s crazy filling!). Not into local food? Moroccan "burger spots" & Chinese hotpot (yes, really!) are solid backups. #MoroccanFood #EatTheWorld #TravelFoodie
