What makes our activity truly special is the real Moroccan hospitality we offer to our guests. Beyond cooking, we share with them everything they should know about Morocco and Essaouira, helping them discover the best places to buy spices, gifts, and argan oil at fair local prices. We also provide recommendations for authentic Moroccan dishes that most tourists never get to try, and suggest unique activities to enrich their stay. Sometimes, we even meet before the cooking class to go shopping together, or the following morning for a walking tour of the city, exploring the markets side by side and experiencing Essaouira like a local. We are here as your local friends and guides in Essaouira.
Discover the Tagine You Would Love to Cook
Discover the traditional Moroccan tagines available during your cooking class in Essaouira. Click on each dish to reveal a short description.
Vegetarian Tagine
Fresh, colorful and full of Moroccan spices
Vegetarian Tagine
Fresh, colorful and full of Moroccan spicesA delicious Moroccan tagine made with seasonal vegetables, slow-cooked with aromatic spices and traditional flavors. A perfect choice for guests who enjoy a light, healthy, and authentic dish.
Chicken with Preserved Lemon and Olives
A true Moroccan classic
Chicken with Preserved Lemon and Olives
A true Moroccan classicOne of the most iconic tagines in Morocco, prepared with tender chicken, preserved lemon, olives, and a delicate blend of spices. Fragrant, balanced, and full of character.
Chicken with Caramelised Onions and Raisins
Sweet and savory Moroccan comfort food
Chicken with Caramelised Onions and Raisins
Sweet and savory Moroccan comfort foodA beautiful sweet and savory tagine where chicken is slowly cooked with soft caramelised onions and raisins. A wonderful choice for guests who want to discover a delicate and slightly sweet Moroccan flavor.
Lamb with Vegetables, Prunes and Apricots
Rich, festive and full of depth
Lamb with Vegetables, Prunes and Apricots
Rich, festive and full of depthA generous and flavorful tagine made with tender lamb, vegetables, prunes, and apricots. This dish offers the perfect balance between savory richness and the sweetness of dried fruits.
Beef with Vegetables, Prunes and Apricots
Hearty, comforting and authentic
Beef with Vegetables, Prunes and Apricots
Hearty, comforting and authenticSlow-cooked beef combined with seasonal vegetables and sweet dried fruits for a tagine that is rich, comforting, and full of traditional Moroccan taste.
Kefta Tagine with Tomato Sauce
A family favorite in Morocco
Kefta Tagine with Tomato Sauce
A family favorite in MoroccoA traditional Moroccan dish prepared with seasoned minced meat cooked in a rich tomato sauce. Simple, comforting, and full of homemade flavor.
Fish Tagine with Vegetables
Inspired by the Atlantic coast
Fish Tagine with Vegetables
Inspired by the Atlantic coastA fresh and flavorful tagine inspired by Moroccan coastal cuisine, combining fish, vegetables, and aromatic spices. Ideal for guests who love seafood and lighter dishes.
Shrimps with Tomato Sauce
Seafood with a Moroccan twist
Shrimps with Tomato Sauce
Seafood with a Moroccan twistA tasty seafood dish made with shrimps simmered in a savory tomato sauce flavored with Moroccan spices. A great option for guests who want something original and delicious.
More than a cooking class , a refined cultural journey into the heart of Essaouira, where you’ll discover authentic traditions, hidden gems, and the true spirit of the city.
Our process ⇣
Meeting you
Meet us next to the Local market.
Shop for groceries
Acquire the necessary spices, herbs, meat, and vegetables.
Cook together
We’ll prepare the ingredients and cook a traditional Moroccan tagine together.
Tea Break & Culture Exchange
Enjoy Moroccan mint tea while sharing stories and traditions.
Take home skills
Remember how to create your own moroccan tagine.
# From Market to Table
Discover, Shop & Cook Moroccan Flavors
Your cooking adventure begins with a visit to Essaouira’s vibrant souk. Together, we’ll choose the freshest vegetables, fragrant herbs, and authentic spices. Back at my home, we’ll turn our basket of ingredients into a traditional Moroccan feast
# Culinary Course
Cook Like a Local Chef
“In my kitchen, you’ll learn how to prepare Morocco’s signature dishes — from hearty tagines to fresh salads. I’ll guide you step by step, sharing tips, family traditions, and stories behind each recipe. At the end, we’ll sit together and enjoy the meal we’ve created
What to expect






40 € per person
“Join us for an authentic Moroccan cooking class in Essaouira. We’ll start with a visit to the traditional market to choose fresh vegetables, fragrant spices, and all the ingredients for a delicious tagine. Then, we’ll return to my home kitchen where I’ll teach you step by step how to prepare and cook the tagine, while sharing stories about Moroccan food and culture. To complete the experience, we’ll enjoy the meal together and I’ll show you how to make traditional Moroccan mint tea.”
- ✅ What’s Included
- 🍲 Tagine meal prepared by you
- 🍵 Traditional Moroccan mint tea
- 🎁 A small gift to remember your experience
- 👩🍳 Local French & English-speaking Guide and Chef
- ⏱️ Duration: 3–4 hours
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What makes Essaouira Cooking Class unique?
2. Where are the cooking classes held?
3. What can I expect during the class?
4. Is this more than just a cooking class?
5. Will I learn about Moroccan products?
6. How long does the class last?
7. Do I need any cooking experience?
8. Do you offer private or group sessions?
9. What languages are spoken?
# We'll Cook Them All
From Easy tagine to Exquisite Dish
Join the best Moroccan tagine cooking class in Essaouira! Learn authentic Moroccan cuisine with a local chef, market tour, Berber recipes, and hands-on tagine workshop by the sea — an unforgettable Essaouira food experience!
Meat tagine
Vegetarien tagine
Fish tagine
# Our Cooking Class
Be the best chef as you can be
5 Reasons to Take a Tajine Cooking Class in Essaouira
If you love Moroccan food, nothing beats learning how to cook a traditional tajine in Essaouira. Here are 5 reasons why you should join a tagine cooking class during your visit:
Shop at Local Markets – Start your experience by exploring the Essaouira souk, where you’ll buy fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices for your tajine recipe.
Learn Authentic Techniques – Discover the secrets of slow-cooking in a clay Moroccan tagine pot, guided by a local chef.
Hands-On Experience – From chopping vegetables to seasoning with Moroccan spices, you’ll prepare your own tagine from scratch.
Cultural Connection – A tagine workshop in Essaouira lets you connect with Moroccan traditions and understand the stories behind this iconic dish.
Taste Your Creation – Enjoy the reward of your efforts by tasting a delicious, homemade Moroccan tagine, cooked the authentic way.
Taking a tagine cooking class in Essaouira is not just about food—it’s an unforgettable culinary experience that combines culture, flavor, and tradition.
EXCELLENT Based on 82 reviews Posted on Google Severine HocquetTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Superbe expérience en famille que nous avons partagé avec Isaac et Amélie. Marché local, explication de qualité, accueil chaleureux. Un super moment partagé !Posted on Google Pilar LuceroTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An incredible experience, 100% recommended. The simplicity and patience with which they taught us, took us to the market, and welcomed us into their home made everything even more special. The conversations, the cultural exchange, and above all, being able to share a moment like this with people who do everything with so much love and passion. You can truly tell how much they enjoy what they do. And, of course, the food was absolutely amazing too 🙌🏼Posted on Google AM VigeantTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. One of the best expérience of our trip! Isaac is a kind, funny, knowledgeable host who made our daughters comfortable from the first minute. He answers every question with genuine interest and share his knowledge about his country and culture. And He is passionate about FOOD! We felt welcome and comfortable in his home. Highly recommended!Posted on Google Alexandre RodiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Merci Isaac pour ce moment partagé qui restera parmi nos plus beau souvenir D'essaouira. Nous avons appris les petits secrets de la cuisine marocaine, tout cela dans la bonne humeur et le partage. Merci encore pour vos adresses, vos conseils et votre générosité. Je recommande à 100%Posted on Google Mathilde RohmerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Isaac est absolument incroyable! Je suis allée faire un cours avec mes deux garçons (ado) et chacun a fait de belles découvertes. On a fait le marché puis on a préparé les plats qu'on avait choisi et enfin nous les avons dégusté tous ensemble. Miam! Isaac a aussi bcp d'humour et de patience. Nous avons vécu une expérience authentique et généreuse. Il y a même quelques surprises en plus :)!Posted on Google Katie CrouwelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We hebben genoten van onze kookworkshop met Ishak! We begonnen samen op de markt waar de kippen nog levend rondliepen…. Onze dochters mochten groente voor onze gerechten helpen uitkiezen. Thuis bij Ishak hebben we samen twee tajines bereid, Marokkaanse thee gedronken en veel geleerd over de Marokkaanse eetcultuur. Allemaal heel ontspannen en lekker! Een fantastische ervaring.Posted on Google Auréline LbbTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Une expérience absolument inoubliable à Essaouira ! Ishak nous a accueillis avec une gentillesse et une générosité incroyables. Le fait d'aller acheter ensemble les produits frais directement au marché local était un moment formidable et très immersif. L'atelier de cuisine s'est déroulé dans une ambiance ultra chaleureuse, propice au partage. Si vous cherchez une expérience authentique et humaine, foncez les yeux fermés ! Merci encore Ishak !Posted on Google Catherine LacroixTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Notre petite famille de 2 adultes et 2 enfants (7 et 9 ans) avons fait l’activité « Taste with locals », après avoir eu cette recommandation d’amis qui l’avaient fait quelques semaines plus tôt lors de leur voyage au Maroc. Ce fut une activité simple, typique, et « wow » pour nous! Un beau 4h avec Isaac (marocain) et sa copine française (Amélie), qui nous accompagnent pour faire les emplettes au marché local (choisir le poulet, certains ingrédients selon le choix de repas que l’on a fait, etc.) Puis, Isaac nous invite chez lui comme si nous étions de bons amis, prepare avec nous deux repas typiquement marocain. On découvre les épices, comment faire la cuisson par tajine. Il nous montre à faire du thé marocain et toutes ses subtilités. On joue aux cartes avec les enfants pendant que ça cuit et ensuite, on dévore 😋 Au-delà de la cuisine, on peut poser toutes nos questions sur la culture marocaine, le mode de vie, etc. Isaac et Amelie sont attentionnés, généreux. Ils s’adaptent à nos preferences, sont flexibles avec l’horaire. Ils sont accueillants et tout particulièrement patients avec les enfants ! La maison est propre, Isaac prend soin de la nourriture afin que tous aient un bon moment. Ce fut une belle experience pour nous, on recommande +++Posted on Google Heygie33Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Un immense MERCI pour cette super expérience de cours de cuisine à Ishak et Amélie ! On a passé un super moment avec eux, se sont des personnes hyper généreuse avec l'envie de partager la culture du Maroc et plus précisément de Essaouira ! Il nous recommande sans hésiter des boutiques et restaurants locaux de bonnes qualités. Je recommande très chaleureusement !Posted on Google Mila W.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wir hatten einen tollen Kochkurs bei Isaac und konnten unsere liebsten marokkanischen Gerichte nachkochen. Es hat sehr viel Spaß gemacht und zum kochen für zuhause haben wir auch noch einige Rezepte bekommen. Ich würde es sofort wieder machen!Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. 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EXCELLENT Based on 36 reviews Posted on Tripadvisor Claire MVerified A fantastic cooking and cultural experience Highly recommend this experience - Isaac is an excellent host sharing his home with kindness and generosity. His insider tips as well as patience with us all, ensuring our adult teens equally enjoyed the experience was exceptional. This was the best mint tea in our 12 day trip - no more burnt mint leaves for us! In addition our tagines were some of the best we have tasted and only wish we had done this earlier in our trip to explore other tips and advice he has. Isaac is clearly passionate about ensuring everyone has a good time, whilst being professional, kind and generous. Thoroughly recommend booking - you won’t be disappointed - it is one of the best things we did during our time in Morocco and will definitely be in touch when we return to Essaouira - as so much still to explore! Thank you Isaac.Posted on Tripadvisor mathildehussonVerified Une expérience authentique, délicieuse et généreuse Isaac est adorable. Il vous partage son histoire et sa passion avec tant de délicatesse et de générosité. J’ai vécu ce moment avec mes fils de 14 et 12 ans et ils ont découvert plein de choses de manière très ludique: ils ont adoré ! Nous avons fait le marché, préparé les plats marocains que nous avions choisi et dégusté toutes ses saveurs avec un grand plaisir. Isaac prépare en plus des jolies surprises 🌟 Mémorable !Posted on Tripadvisor Skara bVerified A true highlight in Essaouira - authentic, personal, unforgettable! I booked Ishak's cooking class to introduce my niece to Moroccan cuisine during her first trip to Morocco - and it turned out to be the highlight of our week in Essaouira. We met at a small local market to buy fresh ingredients together, then cooked at Ishak and Amélie's home. The whole experience felt very authentic and personal. Ishak explained everything - from spices to cooking techniques - in a fun, engaging, and easy-to-follow way. The result? The best lamb tagine and lemon chicken tagine I've ever had! We also learned how to make real Moroccan mint tea, which was a lovely bonus. What made this experience truly special was Ishak himself. He took so much time for us, shared great tips for our stay in Essaouira, and made us feel completely welcome. It was so much more than just a cooking class. And as if that wasn't enough, we even received a very special gift at the end - something we won't spoil here, but it's without a doubt the most meaningful souvenir my niece brought home and something she will treasure for a long time. A true highlight of our trip - we can absolutely recommend it to everyone. We will certainly come back!Posted on Tripadvisor Mandy WVerified Fabulous experience We booked to cook with Chef Ishak as we wanted to learn to cook tagines like the locals. We were given a good choice of recipes and shown around the local market to buy provisions before taken to Ishak’s home. The warmth of his welcome made us feel like we were meeting with friends. We had a great time learning about the different spices and how to cook with a tagine. The meal was delicious but what we came away with was more than just a full belly. Thank you Ishak for sharing your knowledge and your kindness. Highly recommend this experience to all!Posted on Tripadvisor Sunshine720051Verified Wonderful experience This was such a beautiful experience, from shopping for the meat and spices (plus a bit of sampling), to peeling veg and chatting and preparing the Tagines to finally eating them - they were really tasty and we now have the tricks of the trade so will be reinventing them at home. Isaac is an absolute treasure and is interesting to talk to. Save up all your questions that you want to know about life as a Moroccan. Highly recommend this experience.... they have a very beautiful and cosy home too.Posted on Tripadvisor Gitte VVerified A joyful and tasty experience My husband and I have spent a marvellous and enriching cooking class with chef Ishak. It is an all round experience where you get the look, the feel, the smell and the taste of Morocco, starting at the market where you pick out your vegetables, olives and meat. Then you go to Ishak's home to learn from scratch how to cook the best tagines. Ishak is very friendly, accommodating and talented and shares lots of information about Morocco and the places to visit in Essaouira. Thank you, Ishak, for this beautiful experience.Posted on Tripadvisor Peter HVerified Best cooking experience We did the cooking class with Isaac and couldn’t have been happier. The lamb and chicken tajines we cooked were the best we had in our whole stay in Morocco. Isaac not only taught us about tajine and local cuisine, he also gave us many local recommendations and helped us buy our own tajine and spices from local markets. I would recommend this experience to anyone travelling to Essaouira !Posted on Tripadvisor Margo YVerified The best cooking experience we could have had! We decided last minute to join Isaac’s cooking experience and we were so glad we did it! The whole evening was great. We learned so much about Moroccan cuisine, spices, the mint tea, the tajines we cooked were hands down the best we tasted during our holiday in Morocco. Isaac was a lovely host and offered so much more than a cooking lesson, he helped us buy spices and everything local we were interested in! The whole experience was fun and 100% worth doing it!Posted on Tripadvisor Tina JVerified Cooking class in Essaouira Fantastic cooking class in Essouira. We bought our ingredients in a local market and then cooked the best tahini I ever tasted. We also learned about tea making culture and had lovely chats with Isaac who was so welcoming and kind. I really enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend it.Posted on Tripadvisor James CVerified Top host, amazing chat, and amazing food. Smiles all round. Isaac was an exceptional host from start to finish. He couldn't have done more. Fitting me in last minute, as flying home the next day. Very welcoming, easy to speak with and instantly puts you at ease. A fountain of knowledge on traditional morrocan cooking/lifestyle. He is full of useful information about Essaouira the local area, and beyond. I highly recommend this experience,with Isaac, you won't leave disappointed.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
# Contact Us – Essaouira Cooking Class
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