As well as simply being delicious, Moroccan confectioneries are encompassed by important cultural significance from the very first stages of their production to their final destinations on the tables of families. For example the sesame cookie ‘Chebakia’ is a favourite choice for occasions such as weddings and especially during the holy month of Ramadan. Entire families often come together to make this ancient delicacy, weaving the sesame into the shape of a rose and then slowly cooking the cookie in rich, local honey. The design of the rose symbolises the love and unity of the families who congregate to make this special dish. This is just the story of Chebakia, discover more of the secrets that Morocco has to tell through the unique characteristics of a hotel Riad.  

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