The Sound Of The Souks

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Exploring The Red City Of Marrakech.

  • Mo Mo’s Restaurant.

    A quirky restaurant with views over Jamaa El Fna.

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    Mo Mo’s restaurant is a colourful and tastefully decorated restaurant in the medina. Inside, the tables are decorated with attractive earthenware. There is so much to catch your eye. Mo Mo’s has a mid century feel about it, similar to Tiki style. The colourful interior is vibrant and exciting, with pink and pale blue tones creating a relaxed ambience.

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    The rooftop is very popular and the perfect place to watch the sun set over the medina. The views across the main square are terrific. You’re able to observe all the action from a distance.

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    I decided to relax with a drink and watch the setting sun. It was quite spectacular. The opening time for serving dinner was 6.00pm, and the tables were filling up rapidly. The waiters were busy, making the guests feel welcome. It was a great atmosphere.

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    Mo Mo’s is popular with all age groups. There is plenty of space inside to accommodate a large group of people.

    It’s a whimsical restaurant with plenty to look at. It’s very instagrammable, and guests were taking photos of the fascinating decor.It’s unlike other places in the medina, yet still exudes the same charm. My impression was that it’s modern and elegant, with a touch of chilled, mellow 1960s energy.

    Mo Mo’s serve Mediterranean food alongside traditional Moroccan specialities. Some reviews suggest that the menu is limited. However, people say that they enjoyed the food and rated it as high quality. Mo Mo’s is quite a new restaurant, so the menu may be tweaked to include more dishes eventually. The breakfast is an innovative take on a full English breakfast served in a tagine.

    I can vouch for the drinks. There was a good choice of fresh juices and smoothies available. I had a delicious smoothie, and I could taste each individual fruit they’d used. It was very healthy.

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    If you’re looking for a restaurant with an explosion of colour. Traditional yet with a modern twist, Mo Mo’s is the perfect place. It is both exciting and elegant at the same time. I will definitely be returning.

    Mo Mo’s is open daily from 11.00am to 12.00am. The address is 1 Riad Zitoun, Lakdim, Marrakech 40000 Morocco.

    The restaurant accepts card payments.

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  • Fluffys.

    An international Dessert Cafe Inside Medina Mall.

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    Fluffys is located on the first floor of Medina Mall. It has a Bistro style appearance and serves high-quality food. It’s a great place to eat if you’re looking for somewhere away from the busy touristic areas of the medina. The staff are efficient and quick, and the chef creates his dishes in front of the customers.

    Fluffys is a dessert cafe chain with outlets in other parts of the world. They are popular for their award winning Japanese souffle pancakes, and I can highly recommend them. They come in flavours, including strawberry, macha, tiramisu, pistachio, and creme brulee. I had salted caramel with Moroccan rose flavoured ice cream. It was delicious and such a huge portion that I struggled to finish it.

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    Inside the restaurant, the decor is modern and contemporary. It was good to sit in a quiet place. I felt cocooned away from the outside mayhem and enjoyed the solitude for a while.

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    Medina Mall is home to a few upmarket outlets. There are a couple of restaurants, but Fluffys is a favourite of mine. It’s in a slightly quieter area of the medina, not far from Tinsmiths Square. I ate there in the evening and it was not too busy at that time. I think it may get a lot busier during the daytime.

    I ordered a fruit smoothie and a pasta dish. The quality of the food was excellent.

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    Fluffys is a popular place for breakfast and lunch. However, you don’t need to book. Just show up and wait to be seated. I sat outside the entrance where I could watch the chef preparing the food.

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    The address for Medina Mall is 91. Hommane Fetouaki Marrakech 40000 Morocco.   Opening hours are from 9.30 until 11.00 daily.

    Fluffys is one of my favourite places in Marrakech. I will be visiting again to work my way through the exciting dessert menu.

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  • Pepe Nero Italian Restaurant.

    An Italian restaurant in the medina.

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    Pepe Nero is a  popular Italian restaurant tucked away on a quiet street in the medina. They also cook delicious Moroccan cuisine.

    Inside the restaurant, there are two pretty courtyards surrounded by lush green foliage and ornate trickling fountains.

    I ate here several times and  enjoyed the food immensely on each occasion. The menu is creative. They prepare interesting pasta dishes suitable for vegetarians. I had pasta with truffle, and it was beautifully presented and cooked to perfection.

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    The restaurant serves alcohol, including a selection of  good wine, cocktails, and spirits.

    The ambience inside the restaurant is relaxing. It can get livelier in the evening, but it never becomes too noisy. Despite the tempo of the music, I never had to raise my voice to be heard. The atmosphere is still conducive to a romantic, intimate dining experience.

    Pepe Nero is open for lunch and dinner. As well as two courtyards, there is a nice enclosed dining space. Guests can sit inside or around the pool where bougainvillaea drapes down the wall.

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    The staff at Pepe Nero are professional and friendly. They are knowledgeable about the food on the menu and help you to make the right choice.

    At Pepe Nero, excellent food, elegant surroundings, and friendly service ensure guests receive the perfect dining experience.

    The address is 17 Derb Cherkaoul Marrakech 40000 Morocco. Opening hours for the restaurant are 1.00pm until 4.00pm then, 6.00pm until 11.30 daily.

    There is a small car park close to the restaurant.

    Booking is advisable as this is a popular restaurant and can get busy, especially during the evening.

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  • Krepchy.

    A 5* restaurant in the kasbah.

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    Krepchy in the Kasbah was a lucky find. I wanted to try somewhere that cooked breakfast as an alternative to eating in my riad.

    At Krepchy, there is a good choice, and everything is freshly cooked to order. I was pleasantly surprised by how perfect the waffles were. They were filling, too. Breakfast at Krepchy really set me up for the day.

    I enjoyed a pot of mint atay sat outside, chatting with the local people. It was an authentic experience away from the touristic side of Marrakech.

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    The atmosphere was relaxing and the staff were friendly. They interacted with customers and made sure they were looked after.

    The interior decor of this cosy establishment is pleasing. Amazigh artefacts hang from the walls, and colourful Berber rugs are strewn along the floor. It is inviting and warm.

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    Krepchy has been awarded 5* by Tripadvisor, and it’s not hard to see why.

    They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, becoming quite busy during peak times. There’s a good menu with several choices available, including dishes suitable for vegetarian and vegans.

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    Krepchy is a traditional Morroccon restaurant, popular with tourists and locals alike. The food is competitively priced and ideal for travellers on a budget. For a glimpse into real life in Marrakech, this is one place you’ll find it.

    Hours of opening are from 8.00 am. until 1.30 am.The address is Sidi Belabed, Route, Marrakech 40014.

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  • Mandala Society.

    A sustainable restaurant in the medina.

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    I was lucky to stumble across this wonderful little place in the medina. The music they were playing was enough to keep me happy for a while. There is a chilled, boho vibe in Mandala Society. It’s the kind of  environment that attracts all age groups and walks of life.

    The restaurant is dedicated to sourcing local ethically produced food that is organic wherever possible. Sustainability is evident from the natural wood,  soft lighting, and cosy seating inside the restaurant.

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    I went at lunchtime. It was quite busy, so I sat on the rooftop terrace to eat my food. There are views across the medina, and the energy was good up there.

    I ordered the avocado toast. The creative way that the chef used seasonal fruit  added something special to my meal.

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    The restaurant is spread across 3 levels. The decor is modern and bright, with a homely welcoming atmosphere.

    The staff are friendly, and the menu includes homemade dishes using ingredients that are ethically sourced.

    I sat listening to music by The Doors, Bob Dylan, and other great artists. It was such a relaxed vibe. I could have hung out on the rooftop terrace for hours quite happily.

    You can find Mandala Society at 159 Rue Riad Zitoun el Jdid,Marrakech 40000. The opening hours are 9.30am to 10.30pm daily.

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  • Healthy Juice And Smoothies In Marrakech.

    An alternative way to hydrate yourself.

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    Marrakech is a smoothie lover’s dream come true. Smoothies can be found everywhere. They are one of the most vibrant and refreshing drinks in the medina.Using the freshest fruit from the local market and packed with nutritional goodness, smoothies are the perfect start to the day. I regularly enjoy a detoxifying smoothie for its positive health benefits or as a pick me up during the day. There is no shortage of exotic fruits and vegetables in Marrakech. The markets are alive with colour.

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    Literally, everything goes into making a delicious smoothie, and in Marrakech, they seem to have perfected the art. Fresh fruit, dried nuts, spiralina, cucumber, avocado, berries, banana, and spinach are just some of the healthy ingredients blended together to make a smoothie. There is an abundance of fruit around the medina, so you can expect colourful, fresh ingredients every time.

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    Fresh juice is also popular  amongst tourists who need something to quench their thirst in the hot African sun. Freshly squeezed lemon juice is tangy and exhilarating. Served with fresh mint, it’s a combination that is both aromatic and refreshing. It’s a taste sensation.

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    Orange juice made using freshly picked oranges off  trees around the medina is a breakfast staple.It is sunshine in a glass.

    Mixed fruit juice is another favourite and sold in the main square. Vendors encourage business with friendly banter. They call tourists over to sample their mango and pineapple juice, and it can be fun to watch them competing for business. On the stalls, they display a selection of exotic fruits. It’s exciting watching them make the juice for you.

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    My absolute favourite is  freshly squeezed pomegranate juice. It is a refreshing tonic and gives me a boost of energy. 

    I was flagging in the heat hiking around Ouzoud Waterfall. Freshly squeezed pomegranate juice instantly hit the spot. I soon felt revitalised again.

    Sugarcane juice is widely available around the medina, also. You can find vendors near Koutoubia Mosque.

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    Here are a few places I  recommend to enjoy a refreshing juice or a healthy smoothie..

    Le Ferme Medina.

    Henna Art Cafe. 

    La Famille.

    Pikala Cafe.

    They each have attractive, comfortable surroundings for a break from sightseeing. There are also plenty of rooftop terraces around the medina. These are great places to enjoy sipping a fruit juice or smoothie, watching all the action below. It’s a pleasant way to get some vitamin C.

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    It is important to stay hydrated in Marrakech. The temperature can be hot and humid. I can not underestimate the power of a bottle of water, and you should always carry one with you.

    For a healthy treat, consider trying a few of the wonderful juices and smoothies available also. The vitamins and minerals are necessary to function during a hectic schedule.Just remember, there may still be high sugar content, so moderation is key. It’s all about balance.

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