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Andrea Rizzo
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"Here are some tips:
- Go Early: Visit the market in the morning to experience it at its liveliest. This is when vendors are setting up their stalls and the market is bustling with activity.
- Bargain: Don’t hesitate to negotiate prices with vendors, especially when purchasing souvenirs, spices, or other goods. Bargaining is a common practice in Moroccan markets and can result in getting a fair price.
- Try Local Specialties: Sample some of the local delicacies and specialties available at the market, such as fresh fruits, nuts, olives, and traditional Moroccan pastries. It’s a great way to immerse yourself in the local culture and cuisine.
- Always Watch Your Belongings: Keep a close eye on your belongings while exploring the market, as it can get crowded, and pickpocketing may occur in busy areas.
- Bring Cash: While some vendors may accept credit cards, it’s always a good idea to bring cash in small denominations for easier transactions.
- Ask for Permission: If you plan to take photographs of vendors or their products, always ask for permission first out of courtesy."
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Mark Fedoronko
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"My personal choice for lunch in the Central Marketplace (Marché Centrale) near the center of the city. Specifically worth noting is the beautiful fish market filled with fishermen peddling their catch. However, you can also enjoy spices, vegetables, and other wares in the market.
While in the market, there are a number of restaurants that will prepare whatever fish you order from the fish monger. This is intimidating, mainly because the restaurant owners aggressively try to win your business as you walk the market (the hassling is worse than the Medina in Marrakesh mind you). Most of the grills will prepare you a delicious lunch; take a deep breath and pick the one with the least pushy sales rep. I ate at Resto Grill Salahedinne, whose sales rep was the least pushy. Even the touristic restaurants do a good job so there's no harm in picking whichever.
Also nice is an after lunch coffee. Go just outside the market and find what looks like a little newspaper stand and order and espresso. You'll be happy and energized after a huge and delicious lunch! "
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