It’s summertime on Télématin, and the show’s food critic, Loïc Ballet, embarked on a three-week series about world cuisines. The first stop is Morocco, which he describes as offering ‘one of the finest cuisines in the world.’
The fasting month of Ramadan is approaching, and with it many culinary traditions to which Moroccans are infinitely attached. One of the most convivial is breaking the fast as a family at sunset. Known as ‘ftour’ or ‘iftar’, this meal includes a number of essential dishes that you’ll find in the Kingdom, with a special menu at the Restaurant L’Amandier of the Palais Faraj.
The famous show will open its 9th season on Monday March 3, 2025 at 9:10 p.m. on the French television channel M6. Palais Faraj will be a production partner for this new season. It is therefore from Monday March 3, 2025, at 9:10 p.m. on M6, that “Mariés au premier regard” makes its comeback for season 9 on M6, with, over the weeks, the journey of new single couples.
Palais Faraj Suites & Spa has been accepted into Virtuoso®’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners. It joins a select network of the world’s finest luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines, airlines, tour operators and other travel entities.
Explore the rich heritage, culture, and experiences that make Fez and Palais Faraj truly extraordinary.
It’s summertime on Télématin, and the show’s food critic, Loïc Ballet, embarked on a three-week series about world cuisines. The first stop is Morocco, which he describes as offering ‘one of the finest cuisines in the world.’
The fasting month of Ramadan is approaching, and with it many culinary traditions to which Moroccans are infinitely attached. One of the most convivial is breaking the fast as a family at sunset. Known as ‘ftour’ or ‘iftar’, this meal includes a number of essential dishes that you’ll find in the Kingdom, with a special menu at the Restaurant L’Amandier of the Palais Faraj.
The famous show will open its 9th season on Monday March 3, 2025 at 9:10 p.m. on the French television channel M6. Palais Faraj will be a production partner for this new season. It is therefore from Monday March 3, 2025, at 9:10 p.m. on M6, that “Mariés au premier regard” makes its comeback for season 9 on M6, with, over the weeks, the journey of new single couples.
Palais Faraj Suites & Spa has been accepted into Virtuoso®’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners. It joins a select network of the world’s finest luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines, airlines, tour operators and other travel entities.
Fès may be a mecca for traditional Moroccan craftsmanship, but contemporary Moroccan designers are not to be outdone, and a number of boutiques have some great surprises in store if you’re looking for gifts and souvenirs to pack in your luggage. Here’s a look at three concept stores that we particularly like for their unusual offerings and their selection of high-quality products.
Indispensable in Morocco for hair care or for the ephemeral tattoos it can be used to create, henna also embodies a cultural and social dimension throughout the Arab-Berber world. It was to preserve this tradition that UNESCO approved its inclusion on the World Intangible Heritage List on 3 December, at the request of a group of sixteen Arab countries, including Morocco.
As a lover of local Moroccan produce, Restaurant L'Amandier of Palais Faraj has chosen the very best Moroccan olive oil, produced in the Fès region. Authenticity, balanced flavours and superior quality are the strengths of this certified organic extra virgin olive oil.
In the magical world of oriental carpets, traditional Moroccan rugs have earned a well-deserved reputation, for being 100% handmade, for their quality and, of course, for their raw beauty. The medina of Fez is overflowing with these woven treasures.
Considered to be the oldest quarter reserved for Moroccans of the Jewish faith, the Mellah of Fez dates back to 1438. Now emptied of its original population, it is being extensively renovated and enhanced.
Dreaming of a wellness break during your stay in Fez? A hammam or spa session will give you an authentic Moroccan experience and leave you with unforgettable memories, baby-like skin and total relaxation.
Wondering what to bring back from Morocco and dreaming of a typical souvenir from Fez? Then pottery is your top one. The many shops in the medina are brimming with little masterpieces of Fès craftsmanship.
Since its renovation, the Palais Faraj has been conceived as a permanent art gallery, with communal areas decorated with numerous works of art, passionately sourced by Evelyne Faceh.
The richness of Fez gastronomy lies in a unique heritage of Berber, Arab and Jewish cuisines, as well as Andalusian and African, which has given rise to some of Morocco’s most emblematic dishes. Faithful to this melting pot of flavors, the restaurant L’Amandier’s seasonal menu is also enriched by the region’s local produce.
Starting off at Place Seffarine will take you straight to the heart of the Moroccan craft world, for which Fez is still famous, and especially the copper and pewter work carried out by master coppersmiths.
In 2019, the famous British Chef was at Palais Faraj in Fez, starting point for his discovery of Moroccan gastronomy. Today, he unveiled the results crowning Moroccan cuisine as best in the world.
Whether you prefer coffee on the go or a big bowl of muesli, Moroccan breakfast is sure to shake up your morning routine. Hearty, varied and tasty, it's one of the essential meals of the day in Morocco.
For centuries, zellige has graced the monumental doors of medinas, the walls and floors of palaces and mosques, and the linings of hammams, fountains and ornamental basins. Enter the world of zelliges, the glazed mosaics that are a living treasure trove of Moroccan craftsmanship.
It is on every Moroccan family's table, served with elegance in palaces and simplicity in popular cafés. The glass of mint tea is a must for your stay in Morocco, symbolizing the country's art de vivre and the hospitality of its people.
On a sweet May evening, dancer Alexia Theodorou lit up the rooftop terrace of the restaurant L’Amandier with an unforgettable flamenco performance. Here’s a look back at the spellbinding performance of this artist, who was on tour in Morocco at the time.