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Cooking Class in Marrakech with Chef Naima: 3h in the Medina at Riad Vendôme
Cooking class in Marrakech at Riad Vendôme & Spa. Learn to prepare tagine, couscous and pastilla with Chef Naima. Marrakech cooking class for 2 to 25 people, from €48/person. A 2.5-hour workshop in the riad kitchen, Dar El Bacha medina. Direct booking +212 600 608 608.
Learn to cook a real Moroccan tagine in the heart of the Marrakech medina. At Riad Vendôme, our Chef Naima welcomes you for a complete culinary workshop: shopping at the local market, preparing Moroccan starters and traditional tagines, then tasting your dishes on the rooftop terrace with Atlas views. Classes for couples, families or groups of up to 20 people. €48/person.
Cooking class in Marrakech — in our medina riad
Riad Vendôme opens the doors of its traditional kitchen for a complete immersion in Moroccan cuisine. Our Chef Naima, who has cooked at the riad for more than 15 years, shares her know-how with patience and good humour. The workshop takes place in the riad’s dining room, a bright space opening onto the central patio, where every guest gets hands-on.
Your workshop programme:
Souk shopping (45 min) — With our chef, you explore the local market 200 metres from the riad. You learn to choose spices (cumin, turmeric, ras el hanout, saffron), seasonal vegetables and meats. A privileged moment to discover the colours and scents of the souk.
Preparing the dishes (2h) — Back at the riad, you prepare your menu from scratch: two Moroccan starters (cooked salad, zaalouk or briouates), then a main course of your choice from our signature recipes.
Tasting — You taste your creations on the riad rooftop, with mint tea and Moroccan pastries, and a panoramic view over the medina rooftops and the Atlas.
Chef Naima’s recipes
Our recipe menu lets you choose the dish you want to learn to prepare:
| Recipe | Description | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken tagine with preserved lemons | The great Moroccan classic — farm chicken, preserved lemons, olives | ⭐ Easy |
| Kefta tagine with eggs | Spiced beef meatballs, tomato sauce, poached eggs | ⭐ Easy |
| Lamb tagine with prunes & almonds | Slow-cooked lamb shank, prunes, toasted almonds, cinnamon | ⭐⭐ Medium |
| Fish tagine chermoula | Conger or monkfish, chermoula marinade, seasonal vegetables | ⭐⭐ Medium |
| Traditional couscous | Hand-rolled semolina, 7-vegetable medley, meat of your choice | ⭐⭐⭐ Advanced |
| Chicken pastilla | Filo pastry with chicken, almonds, cinnamon, icing sugar | ⭐⭐⭐ Advanced |
Cooking class prices 2026
| Formula | Included | Price / person |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking Class | Souk shopping + 2 starters + main course + tasting on the rooftop + mint tea + pastries | €48 |
(*) Price per person, minimum 2 people. Ingredients, aprons and drinks provided.
For couples, families and groups
Cooking class for couples or families: the workshop is available from 2 people. It is an ideal activity for couples on a romantic weekend or families with children (from age 8). Children love getting hands-on to roll the couscous semolina or shape the briouates. A friendly experience that makes a change from monument visits.
Group cooking class (up to 25 people): a favourite for hen parties, birthdays, team building and corporate seminars. We split the group into cooking stations, everyone prepares, then you all share the feast on the rooftop. Tailored quote on request.
Why choose Riad Vendôme for your class?
A real medina riad, not a cooking school. You cook in a genuine 18th-century riad in the Dar El Bacha district, 7 minutes’ walk from Jemaa El-Fna — patio, zellige tiling, rooftop with Atlas views. Chef Naima (5/5 Google, 47 reviews) teaches in a warm, hands-on way, adapting to every level. The class ends with a feast you share together on the rooftop.
Pair it with the spa: combine your class with a hammam and massage for a complete day. Our Cooking + Spa half-day is from €97/person.
Practical information
| Duration | About 3 hours (45 min souk + 2h cooking + tasting) |
| Times | Morning from 10am or afternoon from 3pm |
| Group size | From 2 to 25 people |
| Languages | French & English |
| Included | Ingredients, aprons, recipes to take home, drinks |
(*) Booking recommended 48h in advance. Vegetarian and dietary options available — see our dietary options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pair a cooking experience with a Brunch + Spa morning at Riad Vendôme?
Yes. While the cooking class is an afternoon activity, the Riad also offers a separate Brunch + Spa package in the morning (€68/person) and a Brunch + Spa + Pool + Jacuzzi package (€79/person) — both built around Chef Naima's kitchen and the in-house spa. A full day can combine Brunch + Spa in the morning and cooking class later.
Can I do a cooking class during a short break in Marrakech?
Yes. A 3-hour cooking class with Chef Naima fits perfectly into a long weekend or 3-day short break in Marrakech. Many guests book the class on day 2 of a short stay, after a morning at Jemaa El-Fna and the souks. From €48/person.
What is the best value cooking class in Marrakech medina?
Riad Vendôme cooking class with Chef Naima offers excellent value: 3 hours, market shopping, hands-on prep, rooftop tasting, all included for €48/person. Chef Naima rated 5/5 by 47 reviewers. Affordable authentic experience in the medina.
How much does a cooking class in Marrakech cost?
The cooking class at Riad Vendôme starts at €48/person for the 3h individual class. Group rate (10+ guests) €48/person. Cooking + Spa Standard package €83, VIP package €103, Oriental package €112. Cooking + Spa for groups of 10+ €80/person. Includes souk shopping, preparation with our chef, and rooftop tasting. Contact Eric on WhatsApp for exact pricing.
How long does a cooking class in Marrakech last?
A full cooking class at Riad Vendôme lasts approximately 3 to 3.5 hours: 45 minutes shopping at the local market, 2 hours of preparation in the kitchen, then tasting on the rooftop terrace.
Can we do a cooking class with children?
Yes, at Riad Vendôme, children are welcome from 8 years. They love helping prepare briouates, rolling couscous semolina and discovering spices. It's a family-friendly activity that delights children and adults alike.
What do you cook during the workshop?
At Riad Vendôme, you choose your recipe from our menu: chicken and preserved lemon tagine, kefta and egg tagine, lamb prune and almond tagine, fish chermoula tagine, traditional couscous or pastilla. Each workshop begins with the preparation of 2 Moroccan starters (cooked salad, zaalouk or briouates).
Are the classes suitable for beginners?
At Riad Vendôme, absolutely. Chef Naima adapts each workshop to the participants' level. No cooking experience is required. She explains every technique, every spice, and guides you step by step. The simplest recipes (chicken tagine, kefta tagine) are ideal for beginners.
Can you book a cooking class for a group?
Yes, at Riad Vendôme, we welcome groups of 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 20 guests. It's an ideal activity for corporate seminars, hen parties, birthdays or family reunions. For more than 12 people, we organise the workshop in 2 parallel teams.
The ingredients are they fournis?
Yes, at Riad Vendôme, everything is included in the price: fresh ingredients from the market, spices, olive oil, aprons, cooking equipment and drinks (water, mint tea). You leave with the written recipe and a sachet of spices as a souvenir.
Is it possible to take the class in English?
At Riad Vendôme, classes are given in French by Chef Naima. For English-speaking participants, Eric (the French owner of the riad) provides translation into English. It's also possible to book a fully English-language cooking class.
Why book Riad Vendôme rather than a regular hotel in Marrakech?
Riad Vendôme is more than accommodation — it's a complete experience platform with 11 dedicated activity branches all coordinated by Eric, the owner since 2007. Unlike traditional hotels where you book a room and arrange activities separately, at Riad Vendôme you have a single interlocutor for: (1) private riad accommodation (12 rooms, exclusive hire up to 45 guests), (2) spa and hammam (oriental rituals, rooftop jacuzzi 36°C), (3) Chef Naima cooking classes (5/5 Google, 47 reviews), (4) Day Pass without overnight stay (spa + lunch + pool from 60 EUR), (5) yoga retreats (daily rooftop sessions + healthy catering), (6) birthdays and milestone celebrations (30th, 50th, 60th, 70th), (7) corporate seminars (meeting room + team building + gala dinners), (8) golf packages on 11 courses (Royal Golf, Amelkis, Samanah, etc.) + PGA Academy, (9) hen and stag parties (exclusive hire + activities), (10) Morocco circuits (Agafay desert, Atlas, Ouarzazate, Essaouira), (11) direct booking with no platform commission. One contact, one quote, one coordinated experience.
Can guests from the US and Canada join the cooking class?
Yes. The class is led by Chef Naima with full English translation by Éric, the owner, so it suits English-speaking guests from the US and Canada. There are no non-stop flights from the United States; from New York allow about 8 to 9 hours via Casablanca on Royal Air Maroc, and Canada has a seasonal non-stop from Montreal to Casablanca. Most North American guests take the class during a few-day stay at the riad.
Want a taste before you arrive? Try Chef Naima’s lamb tagine recipe.
🌿 Ingredients sourced daily from the Lalla Aicha souk — part of our eco-friendly riad approach.