Food
Moroccan pastries: the essentials to try
Moroccan pastries are built on almonds, honey, orange blossom and sesame. Try the classics: cornes de gazelle, briouats and chebakia, and enjoy them with mint tea.
Classics to try
- Cornes de gazelle: crescent-shaped almond pastries.
- Chebakia: sesame and honey biscuits, often served during Ramadan.
- Briouats: crisp pastries with savoury or sweet fillings.
- Pastilla with a sweet dusting: a flaky pastry with almonds and cinnamon.
Where to buy
Pâtisseries in the new town and the medina both sell fresh pastries. Choose the ones with the most customers.
Tip
Pair them with a mint tea, the classic way to end a meal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most popular Moroccan pastry?
Cornes de gazelle, the almond crescents, are the best-known classic.
Is chebakia only eaten in Ramadan?
It is especially popular during Ramadan, but you can find it at other times of year too.