Rows of glass jars filled with olives in shades of green, red, and black distinguish this cluster of stalls from the surrounding souks. Located just off the Jemaa el-Fnaa square, this area functions as a central hub for the trade of olives…
Olive and Mint Souks
This walk winds through the fragrant, open-air markets tucked behind Marrakech's main squares, where locals shop for daily culinary essentials. We'll trace the paths of home cooks choosing cured olives, fresh-cut mint, and hot khobz baked in communal neighborhood ovens.
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1. Marché aux olives
2. Patisserie Belkabir Medina
Patisserie Belkabir sits along the busy Souk Semarine, immediately recognizable for being paired with its neighbor, the Duniya patisserie. These two sweet shops occupy a shared space in the rhythm of the market, offering heavy displays of…
3. Herbes Atlas Cherif
Herbes Atlas Cherif occupies a space in the Marrakech Medina that functions as a center for traditional herbal knowledge and local workshops. While many commercial entities in the region focus on large-scale export, this location centers…
4. Rahba Kedima
Rahba Kedima, also known as the Old Square, is a triangular open space in the heart of the Marrakesh medina characterized by its dense collection of stalls displaying colorful, high-piled mounds of spices. It has served as a center for…
5. Forno del Quartiere (Bread)
The Forno del Quartiere, or ferran, is a traditional communal bread oven found in neighborhoods throughout the Marrakesh medina. You can distinguish these spaces by the aroma of wood smoke and baking dough drifting into the narrow, winding…
6. Herboriste la Sagesse
Herboriste la Sagesse is marked by the distinct scent of dried herbs and spices that drift from its entrance in the heart of the Medina. Located within the Souk Lekbir at the quartier Talâa, this shop is known for its collection of natural…