Articles Index
The Moroccan Tagine
The word "tagine" refers to both a ceramic piece of cookware and the stew-like dish that is prepared within it.
Moroccan Mint Tea
Mint tea is a Moroccan tradition. Read about the Moroccan tea ceremony. Links to a recipe for Moroccan Mint Tea.
Moroccan Preserved Lemons
Moroccans preserve lemons by pickling them in lots of salt and their own juices. They add a salty, distinctive lemon flavor to many Moroccan dishes.
Eid Al-Adha in Morocco – Eid Al-Kabir
Learn about Moroccan food traditions at Eid Al-Adha, the most important holiday in Islam. Sometimes called Eid Al-Kabir – the Big Holiday – it is also known as the Festival of Sacrifice.
Glossary of Spices Used in Moroccan Cooking
This is a list and description of the different spices you're likely to encounter while making Moroccan foods.
Islamic Slaughter (Zabihah)
Humane Islamic guidelines for slaughtering an animal.
Essential Spices in Moroccan Cooking
Learn which four basic spices are essential to many tagines and stews. Find out what other spices are frequently used in Moroccan cooking.
Interview with Ghillie Basan
Meet Ghillie Basan, internationally acclaimed cook and food writer.
Moroccan Food Proverbs
Proverbs are used frequently in Morocco. Here's a list of Moroccan proverbs that deal with food, eating and cooking.
Traditional Moroccan Proverbs
A collection of wise and witty sayings used in Morocco.
Eid Al-Fitr in Morocco (Eid Ul-Fitr)
The Islamic holiday Eid Al-Fitr marks the completion of Ramadan, a month of fasting and other acts of worship.
Ramadan in Morocco
Ramadan is the Islamic holy month of fasting. Each evening, Moroccans break their fast with an appealing spread of food that may include soup, dates, eggs, sweets, pastries and appetizers.
Islamic Holidays in Morocco
There are two Islamic holidays: Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha. Many Moroccans following an Eid tradition of buying new clothes for children, preparing sweets and special meals, and paying visits to family.
Food Prices in Morocco
Moroccans discuss food prices in the same way Americans talk about the weather. But for many Moroccan families, small fluctuations in the cost of staples greatly affects what they can afford to eat.
How to Remove Cooking Odors
Even a fantastic meal can leave unpleasant smells throughout your home. Try these simple methods for eliminating cooking odors, or leave your own tips for other readers.
Moroccan Harira
Harira is Morocco's famous lentil and tomato soup.