Savoring the World: Morocco - Jewel of the Maghreb

This episode studies Northern Morocco, from Tangiers to Chefchaouen to Fez to Meknes, a land enriched by verdant pastures and vibrant fishing villages. The heady presence of a century old culture is all-pervasive among some of the finest examples of Islamic architecture. In the colorful markets, or souks, everything is for sale. The aroma of spices and fruits is intoxicating, while the refreshing qualities of the local mint tea is sure to appease even the most demanding of travellers. Inhabited by warm and friendly people, its shores dip into the Mediterraneanand its deserts into the Sahara, with a culture embracing European and African influences and a cuisine so refined it lingers in the memory forever.