My friend Joanne Weir, a James Beard Award-winning cookbook author, celebrated chef, TV host, restauranteur, and international cooking teacher, is passionate about the country of Morocco. From the gracious people, incredible cities, and landscapes to its delectable food, Joanne has been mesmerized by Morocco since she first visited in 1992. Since then, she has returned every year, taking people on her culinary tours to experience the magic and wonder of this country, which is a complete sensory experience. Morocco has always been high on my bucket list, and it will likely rise to the top of your list after listening to my podcast interview with Joanne.
Click on link above to listen to the interview or listen to “Mixtape Travels” on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!
Meet Joanne Weir
Joanne Weir is a James Beard Award-winning cookbook author, celebrated chef, and international cooking teacher based in San Francisco.
Joanne has dedicated her career to sharing her love of cooking—whether through her acclaimed public television series, including Joanne Weir’s Cooking Class, Joanne Weir Gets Fresh, and Joanne Weir’s Plates and Places, where she takes viewers on culinary adventures around the world.
In addition to television, Joanne is also a restaurateur. In 2012, she opened Copita, a modern Mexican restaurant and tequileria in Sausalito, which has since expanded to a second location in San Jose, CA.
Joanne’s passion for global flavors extends to the Culinary Journeys she leads every spring and fall, offering hands-on cooking experiences in some of the world’s most beautiful destinations. Recognized as Tour Operator of the Year by the International Association of Culinary Professionals, these tours immerse travelers in local cuisine, culture, and cooking traditions.
Joanne’s work has been featured in Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, Sunset, and more, and she’s appeared on The Today Show, Good Morning America, and Fox.
With a deep passion for fresh ingredients, Mediterranean flavors, and teaching others to cook, Joanne continues to inspire home chefs and food lovers alike. You can follow Joanne on Instagram and Facebook.
Click here to get the recipe for Msemmen Bread and take a virtual journey to Morocco with Joanne!
Joanne’s favorite restaurants in Marrakesh:
For a splurge, the Moroccan restaurant at La Mamounia
Nomad for lunch on the roof
El Fenn for a drink on the roof owned by Richard Branson’s sister, Vanessa
Want to join Joanne in Morocco this October? 🇲🇦
There is still space available for her culinary trip to Marrakech from October 3-9th! Learn more here.
If you’d like to get more of a sense of what it is like visiting Morocco with Joanne, visit this link and you can “Buy All” for free using the code: WeirTraveling.
And if you can’t make it to Morocco this year, be sure to add your name to her mailing list so you can receive info about all of her upcoming Culinary Tours.
Thank you so much Joanne for sharing your love and passion for the country, food and people of Morocco!
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