Sahara Nights — Private Chef Menu (Marrakech)

Step into a warm desert evening without leaving your villa or riad. Sahara Nights is our most-loved private dining experience: refined Moroccan flavors, elegant presentation, and hospitality-first service—planned, cooked, served, and tidied up by the Chef Marrakech team.

Experience Overview

• Location: Your villa, riad, or private venue in Marrakech & surroundings
• Style: Seated, plated dinner (family-style service available on request)
• Duration: ~3 hours (chef arrival 90–120 min before service)
• Group size: 2–24 guests (larger groups on request)
• Price: €100 / person (minimum spend may apply)
• Includes: Chef & assistant, market sourcing, cooking, service, basic table setup, kitchen clean-down
• Optional add-ons: Waitstaff, bartender, table décor, tea ceremony, birthday cake, wine pairing (BYO-friendly)

The Menu

Amuse-Bouches (Trio)

• Chili Shrimp Popcorn
  Bite-size tempura shrimp tossed in a light chili glaze, citrus zest, and sesame.
• Crispy Sardine Roulade
  Fresh sardines rolled with chermoula, pan-crisped, served with preserved-lemon aioli.
• Vegetable Spring Rolls (V)
  Market vegetables, glass noodles, ginger-soy dip; light, crunchy, aromatic.

Entrée

• Greek Salad
  Vine-ripened tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, feta, red onion, oregano, first-press olive oil, and a whisper of sumac.

Plat (Main Course)

• Royal Couscous
  A celebratory couscous crowned with lamb shank, free-range chicken, and merguez; seven seasonal vegetables (carrot, zucchini, pumpkin, turnip, cabbage, chickpeas, courgette flowers when available); golden raisins, caramelized onions, and saffron broth.
  Vegetarian or pescatarian version available on request.

Dessert

• Almond Milk Basbousa
  Semolina cake soaked in almond-milk syrup, scented with orange blossom, topped with toasted almonds and a touch of honey.

Dietary notes: We can adapt courses for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, or dairy-free with advance notice.

Why Book With Chef Marrakech

• Restaurant-level cuisine at home: Premium ingredients, precise technique, modern plating.
• Zero-stress hosting: We handle sourcing, cooking, service, and cleanup.
• Tailored to you: Spicing, pacing, and portions adjusted to your guests and schedule.
• Professional team: Discreet, punctual, hospitality-first service.
• Beautiful presentation: Refined table setup, warm ambiance, and optional décor add-ons.

FAQs

Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes. Please share requirements at least 48 hours in advance (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, halal-friendly, etc.).

What’s included in the price?
Chef & assistant, menu planning, ingredient sourcing, on-site cooking, service, and kitchen clean-down. Tableware and glassware can be arranged if your venue lacks them (add-on).

How long does the experience take?
Our team arrives ~90–120 minutes before service. Dinner service lasts ~2 hours, followed by cleanup.

What about children?
We can prepare kid-friendly portions or simplified plates on request (pricing on request).

Do you serve alcohol?
We’re BYO-friendly and can provide glassware, ice, and a bartender as an add-on. Wine pairing suggestions available.

How do I confirm my date?
A deposit secures your booking; the balance is due before service or on the day (as agreed).

Where do you operate?
Marrakech city and nearby areas (Agafay, Ourika, Tahanaout, etc.). Travel fees may apply for distant venues.

Ready to host a magical desert-inspired dinner?

➡️ Request Your Sahara Nights Date:

• WhatsApp: wa.me/212708212010
• Email: contact@chefmarrakech.com
• Or send a booking request with your date, venue, headcount, and dietary notes.

Tell us your preferred start time and any add-ons (waitstaff, décor, bartender, birthday cake)—we’ll tailor the evening to you.