Rich in both history and flavor, Morocco cuisine is one of the most exotic in the world. The sophisticated Moroccan palate arose as the country played host to travelers and rulers from such disparate lands as China, India, Spain and Persia and then, finally, from serving for 40 years as a French protectorate. In particular, the French influence remains. French is the second language of Morocco, and an air of French sophistication infuses the Saharan oasis with a European flavor. The Rhode School of Cuisine in Marrakech captures this richness in its Moroccan cooking holidays.

It is in this oasis and in our customized kitchen that you will join other cooking enthusiasts for a unique culinary vacation. Our local staff will pamper you and escort you to the market, lead you on a trek in the nearby Atlas or take you camel riding. During the hands-on cooking lessons our expert chefs will introduce you to the exotic combination of ingredients and techniques that exemplify traditional Moroccan cuisine. You will learn first-hand how the fascinating history of this country has influenced its cuisine, and we will also introduce you to some of our own fusion recipes.

Both the cooking classes and accommodations are in the luxury villa Dar Liqama, aptly named the ‘house of green mint.’ Our luxury palazzo, set against the backdrop of the majestic Atlas and Jbel Ette Mountains, was constructed to reflect the traditional style of Moroccan architecture while offering modern conveniences. Magnificent Moroccan antique doors open from the grand columned entrance, as well as in the great hall and dining room. The graceful archways of the villa create a calm and elegant ambience surrounding an interior courtyard filled with scented flowers and the calming sounds of a bubbling fountain.

Day One

Arrival at DAR LIQAMA. We will meet you at the airport and bring you to our luxury villa. You will be given time to relax and settle into your room - you may even indulge in a steam bath, hot tub or a swim after your long flight.

5.30pm to 7:30pm - For those of you who arrive before the evening, you will have your first hands-on cooking lesson when you'll cook your first tajine in Morocco.

7:00pm to 8:00pm - Cocktails on the roof terrace with breath-taking views towards the Atlas and Jebl Ette mountains.

8:00pm- Dinner in the grand dining room.

Day Two

8:30am to 9:30am - Breakfast

10:30am to12:00pm - hands-on cooking lesson. Some of the dishes you may prepare include:

harira (lamb & chickpea soup), matecha m''assala (sweet tomato confit), chakchuka (grilled pepper & tomato salad), Briouat el-Bstila (quail & almond triangles),  mechoui (spiced roast lamb),
Tajen Djaj bel Btata Lehleewa (tagine of chicken with sweet potatoes), kseksu bidawi (couscous with seven vegetables), beghrir (Moroccan pancakes).


12:30pm to 1:30pm - lunch served poolside, weather permitting.

1.45pm -Depart the villa for a guided shopping tour of the souk in Marrakech Medina with someone to translate and negotiate for you. Feel free to roam and shop on your own if you wish, there will be a designated location to meet before departure. It is here in the Medina where you will also visit the Museum of Marrakech The ancient medina is where the souk merchants will tempt you with their textiles, pottery and ceramics, carpets, rugs, jewellery, woodwork, copper, brass, basketware and leather goods.

5:00pm to 7:00pm - meet at Djemaa el Fna Square for a tour of the major historic monuments of Marrakech, including the Saadian Tombs and the Bahia Palace.

7:30pm - A special champagne and cocktail hour with Moroccan musicians on La Terrasse des Berbères .

8:30pm - Dinner at the villa in the grand Salle à Manger

Day Three

8.30am to 9:30am - Breakfast

10:00am to 1200pm - hands-on cooking lesson

12:30pm to 1.30pm - Lunch

1.45pm to 5:00pm - Free time to at the villa to enjoy the botanical gardens, play tennis, have a massage, exercise in the spa, take a steam, swim or relax by the pool. You may choose to go camel riding in the Palmeraie or to take advantage of the equestrian facilities in beautiful the neighbouring Palmeraie Golf Palace or at beautiful Bab Atlas.

6.00pm to 7.45pm - hands-on cooking lesson outside at our unique exterior kitchen with thatched roof and traditional Moroccan bread oven.

8:15- Dinner

Day Four

8:00am to 8:45am - Breakfast
9:00am - Depart for the High Atlas mountains
10.00am - Visit souk of Tahanoute
11.00am - Depart Asni/Tahanoute for Imlil
11.45am - Arrive Imlil, visit village and walk or mule ride to Kasbah
1.00pm - Lunch at the Kasbah du Toubkal
3.00pm - Depart Imlil
5.30pm - Return to Marrakech
7.30pm - Dinner in the grand Salle a Manger

Day Five

8.30am to 9.30am - Breakfast

10:00am to 12.00pm - hands-on cooking lesson

12.30pm to 1.30pm - lunch

1.45 pm to 5:00pm - A visit to the subtropical Jardin Majorelle, considered one of the most delightful spots in Marrakech. The garden was created from the 1920s on by the French painter, Jacques majorelle and is now owned and superbly maintained by fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent.

6.30pm - 7.45pm - hands-on cooking lesson

8:15pm - Dinner

Day Six

8.30am to 9:30am - Breakfast

10:00am to 12:00pm - hands-on cooking lesson

12:30pm to 1.30pm - A poolside lunch at Dar Liqama

2:30pm- 7:00pm - part for a visit to the vast Djemaa El Fna Square. The hustle and bustle of the square will entertain you with snake charmers, magicians, tumbling acrobats and rows of scrumptious food stalls. You will also have free time to explore and visit the Koutoubia Minaret, considered the most perfect Islamic monument in North Africa. You will also have time to return to the souk for a bit of shopping.

7:30pm to 10:00pm - Dinner in the Medina. You can choose between the casual yet lively experience of eating in the square or the beautiful ambience of dining at Restaurant Moha with its central basin and musicians. Please choose in advance, as reservations are required.

Day Seven

8.30am to 9:30am - Breakfast

10.00am to 12.00pm - hands-on cooking lesson

12.30pm to 1:30pm - A poolside lunch at Dar Liqama

1.45pm to 5.00pm - relax and enjoy the beautiful facilities of Dar Liqama,

a bit of tennis, a steam in the Hammam, a workout in the gym, a dip in the hot tub or simply lounge by the pool. If you book in advance, you can treat yourself to a massage, an aromatherapy capillary head massage, or other salon treatments.

6.00pm - 7.00pm - hands-on cooking lesson

7:30pm - GRADUATION! Get dressed-up for a last ‘soirée’ and receive your diploma,that is if you've been a good student!

8.30pm - Dinner

Day Eight

8.30am - 10.00am - Breakfast

10.00am to 12:30pm - Free-time at the villa and time to pack

12:30pm to 3:00pm - Buffet lunch

Transfers to the airport throughout the day