Discover an authentic, immersive experience with Hafida. Throughout her childhood, this energetic young woman was immersed in Amazigh culture, helping her family make precious argan oil and her mother cook over a wood fire. As she grew up, she wanted to share all this with the curious travelers she welcomes into her traditional home in the countryside south of Essaouira. Put on a traditional Berber outfit to soak up the culture, then head to the nearby forest to gather kindling that will be used to light the traditional oven. Then let Hafida or her sister Khalthoum guide you as you try your hand at kneading the bread dough, before baking it the Berber way (we won't say more)! The best part? The tasting! Because in our opinion nothing beats Berber bread, especially with honey, argan oil and amlou (the Moroccan Nutella)! Above all, this workshop is a chance to experience traditional Berber life and chat with Hafida and her lovely family!
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
- Experience available in French and English.
- Approximately 2 hours, excluding transportation (20 minutes each way).
- Open to all.
- Accessible to people with reduced mobility (except the forest wood collection).
- Included: Mint tea welcome, family guidance throughout the experience, tasting, mineral water.
- Not included: Transportation and tips.
- This workshop can be combined with a meal on site and/or our argan oil workshop for a full day.
PRICES FOR THE BERBER BREAD WORKSHOP
Price for the small-group experience (up to 10 people):
€43 per person.
Children under 4: free.
Price for a private (exclusive) experience (you won’t be mixed with other guests):
1 person: €140.
2 people: €80 per person.
3 people: €60 per person.
4 people or more: €48 per person.
Children under 4: free.
Private round-trip transfer from the medina (optional):
€50 (from 1 to 4 people) or €60 (from 5 to 7 people) and €70 (from 8 to 14 people) to be paid only once, whatever the number of experiences booked with Hafida and her family. Extra charge for outlying hotels.
Lunch before or after the workshop (optional):
€25 per person.
HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR BERBER BREAD WORKSHOP?
When booking, please specify your preferred date and time slot, as well as the name and address of your hotel.
You can combine this workshop with lunch on site (€25 per person, all inclusive) and/or our argan oil workshop, for a full day of immersion in Berber culture. Just let us know when you book!
A few tips to avoid faux pas: In Morocco, men and women shake hands but don’t kiss on the cheek. We eat with the right hand (unless using a fork). Shoes should be removed before stepping on a carpet. Wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees, and women should avoid low necklines.
If you would like to bring your hosts a small gift rather than leaving a tip, a little culinary or artisanal speciality from your region is always a lovely idea.
Hafida and her family sell their own argan oil (for cooking and cosmetic use), amlou (a spread made from almonds, honey and argan oil) and honey. Take the opportunity to buy local and bring quality products home!
And above all, don’t eat too much before the experience!