Taliouine saffron — where does it come from and what does its name mean?
Explore the origin of Taliouine saffron, the AOP designation and the harvest. Learn what to ask a seller before choosing a product.
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Product stories, origins and practical guides from Morocco.
Savon noir: what is Moroccan black soap and how do you use it?
Discover Moroccan savon noir, its texture and ingredients, how to distinguish cosmetic black soap from household cleaners, and its place in a home hammam.
Rhassoul or ghassoul — what is this clay and where does it come from?
Discover Moroccan rhassoul clay: the name ghassoul, its origin, the different product formats and what to check on the label.
Prickly pear seed oil — how is it made and what should you check before buying?
Discover how prickly pear seed oil is made, how it differs from an infused oil or blend, and what to check about ingredients, origin and packaging.
Kessa mitt — how to use, clean and dry it
A practical guide to the kessa mitt: gentle body exfoliation, cleaning after use, air drying and checking the care instructions for your mitt.
How is argan oil made? From fruit to bottle
Follow argan oil production from dried fruit and cracked shells to roasting, pressing and filtration, with questions to ask the producer.
Hammam at home, step by step — black soap, a kessa mitt and rhassoul
Create a gentle hammam ritual at home. Learn the order for black soap, a kessa mitt and optional rhassoul, from a warm shower to aftercare.
Daghmous honey — what is Moroccan euphorbia honey and how does it taste?
Explore daghmous honey, its botanical name and distinctive taste, with practical questions to ask about the batch before buying.
Culinary vs cosmetic argan oil: what is the difference and which should you choose?
Discover how culinary and cosmetic argan oils differ, what roasting changes, and which details to check on the label.
Argan oil and prostate cancer: what does research show?
Understand what laboratory research on argan oil can tell us, how it differs from clinical evidence, and why stories about health need careful checking.
Amlou — how to make almond, argan oil and honey spread
Make Moroccan amlou at home with almonds, culinary argan oil and honey. Follow ingredient quantities, preparation steps and tips for adjusting texture.