Traditions and Food Tips to enjoy full Travel Morocco
What I like most about traveling is the first-hand knowledge of other cultures. It is something unique to discover the traditions, lifestyle, arts and crafts and especially the food. All countries are fascinating in their own way, but there are places in the world are richer than others in a manner of traditions and history. Morocco is one of them. Not only the history of sprouts from all over Morocco with its beautiful architecture and Medina, which kept the protected status of the old town and seems to keep its secrets, but traditions are also evident in everyday life. You just need to visit one of the famous Moroccan markets to see the abundance of their arts and crafts, and if you are lucky enough, you might even haggle a deal and bring home a Moroccan rugs renowned or a piece of precious silver jewelry hand.
Foodies who travel to Morocco will satisfy their taste buds during their visit to Morocco where traditional food is well known for its delicious tajine and couscous. Moroccan cuisine is based on meat, usually lamb or chicken, vegetables, couscous and a variety of bread. Each recipe has a tendency to wear very strong flavors, and will surely provide a wonderful dining experience.
The soups are very popular and often a meal begins with a rich and spicy soup called harira pulse. As a first course soup pulses are often served for breakfast in cafes. As harira, Bisara is a dish popular breakfast, a rich chickpea soup with fresh olive oil poured on top. Many specialize in soups and are generally recognized by the piles of cups on the counter cafes.
Another delicious Moroccan food is the famous tajine, which takes its name of the dish - a dish covered in heavy ceramic - rather than the food itself. Traditional tagines are usually made with a generous portion of meat in the middle of the dish surrounded by vegetables and fruits. The dish is essential to the success of a good tajine must slow cook with the lid. Lamb tagines are usually cooked with almonds and prunes, and chicken tagine are made with green olives and lemon. If you happen to be invited for a meal in someone's home, the Tajine is in the middle of the table and the custom is to eat vegetables in front of you take the meat of the host you offer.
Couscous is the most famous Moroccan dish, coarse semolina steamed with vegetables and spices served with lamb or chicken. Traditionally couscous is not a dish you find in restaurants, but it is food for the locals eat special days and the best couscous you may have is a Moroccan household. If you want to eat at the restaurant do not forget to order a few hours before leaving. Dates, yogurt, cheese and olives are popular snacks accompanied by many types of bread available. Mint tea is the national drink and is often offered as a sign of friendship and when negotiating the price in stores.
