Tag: healthy food in marrakech

An exploration of The Red City known as Marrakech.
  • La Fountaine Des Espices.

    A vibrant place to eat in the medina.

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    If you’re looking for an authentic place to eat in the medina, try La Fountaine des Espices.

    I stumbled across this place by accident one evening, and I have to say I was very impressed.

    The food was incredibly tasty, and the decor was elegant and refined with a colourful, boho vibe.

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    I visited this strategically located restaurant a few times afterwards because I thoroughly enjoyed the food.

    They also have a nice rooftop overlooking the medina.

    It’s a great place to go for an afternoon drink and to lap up some sunshine.

    Staff at the restaurant are really friendly and helpful, making the experience of dining here an absolute pleasure.

    The prices were very competitive too.

    The restaurant serves traditional food, and it tastes authentic, like having a meal cooked by a Moroccan family.

    I highly recommend their smoothies.

    I chose the detox smoothie with apple, green lemon, celery, cucumber, and turmeric.

    It tasted delicious.

    There is plenty of choice on the menu, and they are beautifully presented with heaps of fresh fruit, making them a healthy alternative.

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    I opted for the vegetable tagine, and it was cooked to perfection.

    Service was quick, and the waiters were very attentive, regularly checking that I was happy.

    On another occasion, I tried the pastilla, and I loved it.

    It was a healthy sized portion, too.

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    Fountaine des Espices is a great little spot if you’re looking for a good quality meal in a nice environment with highly competitive prices.

    It’s particularly nice during the evening with candles flickering on the tables,  giving off a nice romantic ambience whilst your dining.

    They serve breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

    I often sit upstairs on the rooftop after a morning sightseeing.

    It’s a welcome break from the busy souks.

    The Fountaine des Espices is next to the Secret Garden, the address is,

    131 Rue Mouassine.

    It’s open from 10.00 am until 12.00 am,

    The busiest time is 3.00 pm, if you prefer it quieter arrive before then.

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  • Pikala Cafe.

    A healthy cafe for cycling enthusiasts 

    What a great little spot Pikala Cafe is.

    It’s a quirky, boho vibe suited to health-conscious people offering a healthy, exciting menu.

    If you are brave enough, you can also hire bicycles for the day to cycle around Marrakech.

    Pikala Cafe supports local youth by offering bicycle education and tours around the city.

    Profits support the Pikala Foundation, which fund bicycle projects and provide young locals with education and job opportunities.

    It’s a socially conscious cafe and cultural space serving vegetarian and vegan options.

    The breakfasts here are delicious, and they also do an assortment of light snacks and smoothies.

    The place itself is very pretty, with lots of little nooks to sit and relax in and a nice rooftop.

    It is an open-air cafe, perfect for when the heat becomes a bit stifling in Marrakech.

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    I had a detox smoothie, and it was absolutely invigorating.

    I also opted for a bowl of lentil soup, which was really tasty, and the bread was nice and fresh.

    The freshly made lemonade was very zesty and tangy and gave me the boost I needed for tackling the busy souks.

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    Pikola Cafe attracts a lot of fitness enthusiasts and is a really cool place to hang out.

    Like most places in Marrakech, the ingredients are always fresh, and the quality of the food and drink is of a very high quality.

    Popular dishes here include baghrir pancakes and pitta bowls.

    If you’re looking for a  bite to eat and a nice place to relax for a while, Pikala Cafe is definitely worth checking out.

    They offer free WiFi, and it’s a great place for coworkers.

    Pikala Cafe opens from 9.00 am. daily and closes at 5.00pm.

    On Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, it closes at 10.00pm

    The address is,

    139 Arset, Aouzal Road, Marrakech 40000 Morocco.

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