CousCous Darna

Decked out in vibrant blues, golds & earthy reds, with latticed skylights, engraved metal tabletops & Moroccan water heaters, Couscous Darna certainly looks the part. It tends to be quiet during the day, but pulls in punters after dark, when couples & parties drop by to share traditional North African dishes such as carrot & cumin salad, savoury filled pastries & the full gamut of tagines perked up with sticky caramelised prunes, preserved lemons, nuts, harissa & more besides. Belly dancers cavort among the tables nightly & shisha pipes are also available for those who crave the full Marrakech trip. Couscous Darna’s wines & cocktails are a surprising asset for a predominantly dry country – ask the bartender to mix you a refreshing watermelon or lychee martini made with fresh fruit.