Moroccan Crepe Cooking Class in Marrakech with Local Chef

Summary

Hands-On Moroccan Pancake Workshop & Mint Tea Ritual

You’ll roll up your sleeves and bake msemen, harcha, and batbout side by side with a local chef in Marrakech. Learn real techniques, share laughs over imperfect crepes, and finish with sweet mint tea you’ve made yourself. It’s hands-on, relaxed, and full of small moments you’ll remember.

What’s the experience like?

The kitchen smelled like warm semolina and fresh yeast the moment I walked in. Our host, Fatima, greeted us with a quick smile and handed out aprons—mine was a bit too big but that just made it feel more real. The table was already set up with bowls of flour, tiny glasses for tea, and a battered old teapot that looked like it had stories to tell. We started with msemen, folding the dough into neat squares while Fatima showed us how to get those crispy layers just right. My first one came out lopsided but she laughed and said that’s how you know it’s homemade.

Next up: harcha and batbout. The harcha sizzled on the griddle, filling the air with a nutty smell that reminded me of street stalls near Jemaa el-Fnaa. Batbout was trickier—getting the puff just right took some patience (and a gentle nudge from Fatima). While everything cooked, we learned how to pour mint tea from high above the glass so it foamed up properly. There was something calming about watching the steam curl in the cool morning air. When we finally sat down together, tearing off pieces of our own bread and dunking them in honey, it felt like sharing breakfast at a friend’s house rather than a class.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Moroccan Crepes Cooking Class

• Hands-on crepes and pancakes making
• Learn baking techniques from the chef
• Prepare traditional Moroccan mint tea
• Taste your baked creations and chat

Top questions

Can beginners join this Moroccan crepe class?

Absolutely! No experience needed—Fatima explains every step clearly and helps if you get stuck.

Is this cooking class suitable for kids or families?

Yes! Kids can join in (with an adult), and there are prams/strollers allowed inside.

Will I get recipes to take home?

Yes—you’ll leave with written recipes for msemen, harcha, batbout, plus tips from Fatima herself.

What if I have dietary restrictions?

Please let us know ahead of time; we try our best to accommodate most needs.

What’s included

Your spot includes all ingredients and utensils (no need to bring anything), guidance from a local French & English-speaking chef, Moroccan mint tea or coffee plus soft drinks, snacks you make yourself—and plenty of time to chat or ask questions along the way.