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Marrakesh: Exploring the Red City’s Rich History, Culture, and Cuisine

By: Joanna Sawtari / Arab America Contributing Writer Known as the Red City, Marrakesh is a treasure trove of architectural wonders, traditional craftsmanship, and warm hospitality. Join us on a journey as we delve into the captivating allure of Marrakesh where history, culture, and cuisine blend seamlessly to create an unforgettable experience. The Red City’s … Continued

The National Dish of Morocco: Couscous

By: Nouha Elyazidi / Arab America Contributing Writer Imagine this: it is a sunny Friday, there happens to be a slight breeze brushing past as you are strolling down the cobblestone streets of Morocco. You are coming back from Jummah (Friday early-afternoon prayer) and as you are walking past the brightly colored architecture, there is … Continued

House of Bennani: The Library of the Habous of Couscous

SOURCE: BBC BY: ELIZIA VOLKMANN When Mohammed Bennani took over his ancestral home, he inherited a special legacy: the habous of couscous, a Tunisian philanthropic tradition of providing couscous to people in need. At the western edge of Tunis’ medina, beneath a loud mural of football graffiti, I arrived at an almost invisible arched door … Continued

Couscous: From the Berber Tribe to the Whole World

By: Noah Robertson/Arab America Contributing Writer Couscous is well known around the world and has rapidly become a very popular ingredient. It is healthy, delicious, has a neutral taste, can be combined with just about anything, and it can be used in dishes from stuffed fish to stew to a light salad. Along with all … Continued

UNESCO Adds Couscous to List of Intangible World Heritage

Momentous day for world diplomacy as Morocco, Algeria celebrate addition of dish to UN cultural agency’s coveted list. SOURCE: ALJAZEERA  Momentous day for world diplomacy as Morocco, Algeria celebrate addition of dish to UN cultural agency’s coveted list. The Berber dish is as elementary as rice or noodles are to Asian cuisine, the staple without … Continued

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