Moroccan food is experiencing a worldwide boom in popularity and it has become one of the most popular tastes in the US and around the world these days. This popularity has led to an increase in interest in the ancient food capital of the country, Marrakesh.
Food tours and interest in Moroccan property are growing as people want to enjoy all the culture and tastes of this North African country. The old city is seeing a revival with many European-based restaurants opening up and catering to the new visitors and residents. The central square is the heart of the city and is known as the Djemaa al Fna. After the evening call to prayers, hundreds of makeshift tents and food stands appear with virtually every kind of cuisine and taste. Grills and fires provide heat for fresh fish, grilled eggplant, boiled-egg sandwiches, tripe stew and many different kinds of freshly cooked meat.
Le Bab is a new boutique hotel with a restaurant run by French chef Hadrien Villedieu, formerly of a Michelin starred Paris eatery. Other popular destinations for visitors and residents include the Maison Arabe and Kasbah Agafay, where you can learn how to cook a couscous merguez. In addition to the great food are plenty of places to buy supplies. Enjoy the food and the culture of this ancient city with a trip or a holiday home here.
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