What is the etiquette for eating in Morocco?

What is the etiquette for eating in Morocco? When eating with your hands, eat with your right hand only. When eating with your hands, use just your thumb and first two fingers (using your entire hand is a symbol of gluttony). Only use your left hand to pick up bread or to pass dishes to other people.

What is the most eaten food in Morocco?

Couscous. Known as Morocco's most popular dish, the Couscous tops our list of the top ten best Moroccan food & dishes. The couscous is made from crushed steamed wheat, and it is served with a spicy stew that contains a lot of meat.

Should I bring cash to Morocco?

Other than these high-end places, Morocco is a largely cash-based society and it's advisable to carry cash with you most of the time for purchases. If you do decide to use your debit or credit card in Morocco, make sure your bank knows that you're planning a trip. If not, they may block your cards.

Should you carry your passport in Morocco?

We recommend that your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your arrival in Morocco, and you should carry your passport or travel document with you at all times. If you are going on a combined trip, make sure you meet the visa requirements for the other countries on your tour.

What is a typical Moroccan breakfast?

Typical Moroccan Breakfast Options baguettes or khobz – Moroccan bread (always) croissants or other types of pastries. olive oil to be eaten with the bread, slathered on as we might do with butter.

What should I avoid in Morocco?

How much do you tip waiters in Morocco?

There is no rule of thumb per se regarding tipping in Morocco. Moroccans themselves might only leave a few dirhams on a 150 dirhams dinner bill. At many of the upmarket restaurants in the tourist areas they will add 10% to the bill, therefore check your bill.

What food to avoid in Morocco?

Locally known as sfenj, Moroccan donuts are fried in oil that may or may not be fresh. That's why it's better to avoid fried foods such as sfenj, and even churros. Donuts shops can be located on almost any street, and you'll quickly spot them from the smell of oil and people coming and going with donuts in hand.

Can you drink tap water in Morocco?

Is the water safe to drink in Morocco? Generally speaking, it's probably best to drink filtered or bottled water when traveling in Morocco. Most locals will drink tap water and many travelers may take the risk, but you wouldn't want a stomach bug to stop you from having a good time in a new country.

What time is dinner in Morocco?

Dinner tends to be served after the sunset prayer, and is more along Mediterranean and Latin times, from 7 or 7:30pm to 10:30 or 11pm. A popular pastime in Morocco -- and one I am particularly fond of -- is an after-dinner stroll, followed by an ice cream or cake and coffee.

Should you wear jewelry in Morocco?

Particularly against tourists, petty crime is prevalent in this area. Valuables should not be carried & jewelry that sparkle should be avoided. Leave your hotel with only the essentials, because pickpockets and muggings do happen.

Is it rude to leave food in plate in Morocco?

If you are the male honored guest, you will be seated to the right of the host. Leave some food on your plate to signal you have had enough. If you clean your plate, your host will continue to offer you food until you burst! Adding salt is an insult to your host.

How do you say thank you in Morocco?

Choukran: thank you [arabic] : pronounced 'Shokran' {Choukran is French spelling. Shokran is nearer to Arabic.} Please: minfadlik (rarely used in Moroccan Arabic) Afak (Moroccan) or Lah ihefdak (may god protect you) pronounced Lay hefdak.