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 GEOGRAPHICAL
ANALYSIS:
Whilst
situated just south of Spain, Morocco is nevertheless in North
Africa on the African Continent. Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia
form what is known as The Maghreb. Morocco has two mountain
ranges and borders with the Sahara in the south and Algeria
to the and east. Despite its close proximity to the Sahara desert,
the costal plain in the north is very fertile and produces cereals,
citrus fruits, and vegetables. Indeed, much of the Moroccan
workforce is employed in agriculture.
HISTORICAL
IMPORTANCE:
Many
people think that due to the fact Morocco was in French and
Spanish possession for periods in the 19th and 20th centuries,
the French and the Spanish have heavily
influenced Moroccan cuisine. Of course, some ideas
must have been shared, however, its culinary culture holds its
roots firmly from the indigenous Berbers and Arabs, who invaded
the land in the 7th century AD.
Fruits
and vegetables have always been grown and fish and seafood are
plentiful due to the large coastline, while its inland environment
has always been perfect for the raising of large quantities
of sheep and goat. Many spices such as Cumin, paprika, and turmeric
were introduced by the Arabs and there is an old tradition of
cooking meat with fruit such as dates and figs.
MODERN
OUTLOOK:
As in ancient times, Moroccan cuisine
utilizes the natural fresh produce found in the sea, fertile
lands and desert. The marrying of fruit with meat together the
expert use of spices that are used in such a way as to enhance
rather than mask the ingredients makes it an altogether exotic
and interesting style of cooking. Saffron, paprika and ginger
are also widely used ingredients as are walnuts and almonds.
Couscous is the staple of Moroccan
cuisine. It is served as a main dish with the addition
of meats, fish, fowl and vegetables or spiced as an accompaniment.
The word couscous not only refers to the finished dish but also
to the grain, which is used. Use the link at the top of the
page to find out more about couscous - the ingredient
"Nothing
is impossible", Keeping this as mantra at AURA RESTROBAR,
we will bring the whole essence of Moroccan cuisine, their culture,
their fashion and everything that relates to the romantic nation
at AURA.
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