Leisure
Exploring Morocco comes alive with Dunes and Desert, a company that takes its clients on excursions combining thrill-seeking, new sceneries, and discovery. The editorial team at Made in Marrakech embraced their adventurous side to test the activities offered by Dunes and Desert. Photo: Dunes & Desert
Dunes & Desert team likes to call themselves “adventure designers” as they sum up their mission in Morocco. They have mastered all there is to know about excursions, hikes, and tours -naturally so, as Marc Romain, after similar work in South America and Asia, fell in love with the Kingdom's landscape and decided to share his expertise.
No matter your interests, Dunes & Desert has something to fulfill your craving for escape. Nature lovers can choose from a variety of activities: trekking, mountain biking, zip-lining, camel riding, horseback riding, and overnight camping. For those seeking an adrenaline rush, Dunes and Desert also offers exhilarating activities like paragliding, skydiving, buggy riding, 4x4 tours, rafting, and hot air ballooning.
For the adventurers, a quad excursion is the perfect way to explore hidden paradises just outside the city. Upon arrival, guests are warmly welcomed with a tea. With comfort and safety in mind, the team provides a briefing and a few minutes of driving to assess each individual's skill level. Once groups are formed and equipped, the adventure begins. Guided by professional leaders, the path weaves through the rocky desert at the foot of the mesmerizing Jbilets.
This trip also offers a break to enjoy some mint tea and delicious Moroccan pancakes at a local's home, while those opting for the full-day journey experience the legendary hospitality of Berber families with a couscous or tagine meal. After recharging, the adventurers take a different path back, offering a new perspective of the ochre city.
Thanks to its popularity, Dunes & Desert now has a new base offering various activities at the Lalla Takerkoust dam, the Kik Plateau, and the Agafay desert.
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Italian
Italian cuisine, much like its 'mamma', is generous and welcoming! Brimming with Mediterranean flavors and sunshine, this traditional cuisine inspires many chefs and delights both the young and the old. From antipasti, pastas, pizzas, and risottos, to salads, cheeses, cold cuts, tiramisu, and panna cotta, here is our selection of places to savor all these traditional dishes. Photo by Yoav Aziz
Couscous
Couscous, a dish that needs no introduction, is a Friday lunchtime staple. Whether with chicken, beef, or vegetarian, there's something for every taste and budget! Our editorial team reveals its 5 favorite spots to savor a delicious couscous in Marrakech. Photo: La Grande Table Marocaine
Exhibition
Mahi Binebine's exhibition "Silent Elevations" has been extended until May 20 at the Mandarin Oriental. This event is a must-see for lovers of contemporary Moroccan art and those who want to explore a unique blend of sculpture and painting.
RAMADAN
Ramadan is a time for shared moments, and Marrakech offers many exceptional places to break the fast with family or friends. Here is a selection of establishments where you can enjoy a memorable ftour in Marrakech during the holy month.
Getaway
Looking to escape your daily routine, soak up nature, see the sea and feel the sea spray, hike in the mountains and breathe in the fresh air, or simply discover a different atmosphere... The areas around Marrakesh are incredibly diverse! While staying in Morocco, Made in Marrakesh suggests ten getaways accessible by car or plane, thanks to new flight routes, all within three hours. So, what are you up to this weekend? Photo: Samuel C
gastronomy
Marrakech never fails to amaze visitors with its culture, enchanting landscapes, and most notably, its world-renowned culinary scene. If you are a fan of fine dining, the city boasts some of the biggest names in international cuisine. Let's dive into the world of these renowned chefs who delight guests' taste buds at select establishments in the city. Photo: L'Ô à la bouche