ART DARMED EVENT
Taste the Soul of Marrakech
Immerse yourself in the flavours, aromas, and traditions of Moroccan cuisine. From the bustling souks to our centuries-old riad kitchen, every dish tells a story.
From the vibrant souks to your plate, every moment of the Art Darmed Event cooking class is crafted to ignite your senses and connect you to Moroccan heritage.
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Start your journey at the source. Walk through the bustling spice markets of the Medina, hand-picking saffron, cumin, and preserved lemons alongside our local guide.
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Roll couscous by hand, master the art of the tagine, and learn family recipes passed down through generations — all inside our riad kitchen.
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Savor your creations in the shade of our courtyard, paired with fresh mint tea and traditional Moroccan pastries. The perfect ending to a perfect day.
Extend your experience with an overnight stay in our beautifully restored riad. Each room blends traditional Moroccan craftsmanship with modern comfort.
Recipes, travel tips and Moroccan culinary culture — straight from our kitchen in Marrakech
5 min
You've seen the photos — the rooftops, the spices piled high in the souk, the steam rising from a clay tajine. But nothing prepares you for actually being inside a Marrakech kitchen, hands dusted with cumin, learning to roll couscous the way Moroccan grandmothers have for centuries.
4 min
Moroccan cuisine is not complicated. It is layered. The difference between a flat dish and one that makes people go quiet at the table is almost always the spices — and knowing how to use them together.
3 min
Most cooking classes happen in a basement or a hotel kitchen. Ours happens on a rooftop above the Medina, under a blue canvas canopy, with the call to prayer drifting across the city and the light changing from afternoon gold to evening rose as you eat.
Over 80 guests have shared their experience — here are a few of their stories
We had a wonderful experience at this Moroccan cooking class. The food was absolutely delicious, and the whole activity was engaging and genuinely fun from start to finish. The staff was incredibly kind and accommodating, making sure every need of our group was met with great attention and care. I truly hope to come back again if I return to Marrakech.
What an amazing thing to do in Marrakesh, learning to cook the local cuisine with local people. We spent a few hours learning to cook vegetarian couscous and Harira soup with Abdullah and his team. They were very friendly, knowledgeable and gave us full attention. We didn't feel rushed and were able to enjoy our food afterwards which was delicious. We highly recommend this experience.
I attended the cooking class and magically prepared a delicious beef tajine under the supervision of Soufiane and his dear wife. It was a great experience and I enjoyed every minute! Thank you for your hospitality and kindness and the step by step process with a lot of fun and laughter. I greatly enjoyed the time on your beautiful rooftop!
Amazing cooking class — Morocco style evening experience! It was so much more than a cooking class, it was a full immersion into Moroccan and Marrakech culture. We learnt some Berber and Arabic language, got to experience traditional dresses and watched the sunset from the rooftop. The cooking element was amazing — we learned a lot about the spices, the processes and the cooking style. The tea making was an additional bonus which was super fun. They were also very accommodating to my gluten free allergy. Thank you to the team for a great evening!
In our riad on Derb Zaouia, in the heart of the Marrakech Medina (near Rte Sidi Abdelaziz). We send you a map pin and meet you at an easy landmark to walk you in.
A guided walk to the souk to choose fresh ingredients, hands-on cooking of a full Moroccan meal — starter, main and dessert — and dining together on our rooftop terrace with mint tea. We're happy to adapt for vegetarian and gluten-free guests.
Our Home Made menu is 350 MAD and the festive Ceremonial menu is 700 MAD. Booking and payment are arranged simply over WhatsApp.
Yes — classes stay small (max 8 guests) and personal, so we recommend booking a day or two ahead on WhatsApp. We usually confirm within 2 hours.
Yes. We have rooms in our restored riad in the Marrakech Medina from 600 MAD per night, so you can pair a stay with your cooking experience.
Choose your date, time and experience — we'll confirm within 2 hours
In the heart of the ancient Medina, behind a hand-carved cedarwood door, lies Art Darmed Event — a traditional riad that has been our family home for generations. Every tile, every arch, every courtyard fountain carries the memory of countless meals shared and stories told.
We opened our kitchen to the world because we believe food is the most honest expression of culture. When you cook with us, you're not just learning recipes — you're becoming part of a living tradition that stretches back centuries.
