Why Mechoui deserves more attention

Mechoui rarely gets the international recognition it deserves. The sweet and savoury together complexity is genuine, not simple, and the technique involved in using ras el hanout correctly takes real skill.

hospitality rituals including mint tea service are integral to the food experience. I encountered it first in a riad rooftop dinner in Marrakech and that context helped me understand it properly. orange blossom water drink is the natural accompaniment and the combination makes the case for the dish. If you haven't explored this cuisine seriously, Mechoui is the dish to start with.