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ISLAMABAD: The vibrant Moroccan Food Festival concluded at the luxurious Mövenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad after captivating guests with the rich aromas, exotic flavors, and cultural warmth of Morocco’s celebrated cuisine. The festival, organized in collaboration with the Embassy of Morocco, provided visitors with a memorable culinary journey showcasing the traditions and heritage of Moroccan gastronomy.
Food lovers, diplomats, members of the business community, and residents of the capital thronged the festival throughout its duration, enjoying authentic Moroccan delicacies prepared by expert chefs. Traditional dishes such as tajine, couscous, pastilla, and harira remained the center of attraction, offering guests an unforgettable taste of Morocco’s centuries-old culinary traditions.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of Morocco, Ahmed Drif, welcomed the participants on behalf of Ambassador Mohamed Karmoune, who was in Rabat on an official mission.
He said the festival had been organized in partnership with Mövenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad to showcase Morocco’s rich and generous culinary culture, deeply rooted in Berber, Arab, Andalusian, and Oriental traditions.
Ahmed Drif noted that Moroccan cuisine reflects the country’s diverse cultural influences and centuries-old heritage. He added that the food festival celebrated Morocco’s unique culinary identity and provided visitors with an excellent opportunity to discover the flavors and traditions that define Moroccan cuisine.
“Moroccan food is not merely about taste; it is a reflection of our history, hospitality, and cultural diversity,” he remarked, adding that such cultural events help strengthen people-to-people ties between Pakistan and Morocco.
General Manager of Mövenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad, Nicolas Verdun, also addressed the gathering and thanked the Embassy of Morocco for partnering with the hotel in organizing the successful festival.
He said the management of the hotel was committed to offering unique cultural and culinary experiences to guests and assured that similar international food festivals would continue to be organized in the future as well.
The Moroccan Food Festival not only delighted food enthusiasts but also served as a platform for cultural exchange, promoting friendship and understanding between the people of Pakistan and Morocco through the universal language of cuisine.=DNA
