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Airlines offering nonstop air service: Royal Air Maroc provides direct nonstop service from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Casablanca’s Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) three to four times a week  

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The rich, layered flavors of Moroccan cuisine come from the country’s blend of African, Berber, Arab, and French cultural influences. Known for its sweet and savory tastes, it features fresh produce like figs, dates, olives, and prunes, along with spices such as cumin, saffron, cinnamon, turmeric, and ginger. Moroccan food offers a feast for the senses. As the country’s economic and business center, Casablanca provides a variety of modern and fusion dishes, but here are some traditional dishes that no visitor should miss.

Casablanca’s lively streets are packed with food options. Walk to the city center, Old Medina, and local markets to enjoy the greatest variety. You can literally eat your way across the city, but some standout street foods include kefta (skewers of grilled beef or ground lamb seasoned with coriander, cumin, and paprika), briouat (a savory fried pastry filled with your choice of meat, cheese, or vegetables), and sfenj (a crispy fried donut served with hot honey or jam).

As a port city, Casablanca offers a wide variety of excellent seafood dishes. Visit the Central Market for fresh seafood options that can be prepared to your liking at the courtyard restaurants located at the center of the market. Morocco exports more sardines than anywhere else in the world, so you can find them seasoned and grilled throughout Casablanca, along with oysters and fish-filled tagines. Don’t miss Mkila, the ultimate Moroccan seafood dish featuring a mix of seafood cooked in a skillet with a spicy tomato sauce.