Tunis medina

Experience the magic of Tunis with our guided tour of the largest Medina in Tunisia. Immerse yourself in the local culture and taste the traditional cuisine as we visit markets, street food vendors, and authentic cafes and restaurants that make this city so unique. It is fun to explore the fabulous fresh produce and spice section of the Central Market, stalls for meat, vegetables, household items in an airy hall with wooden rafters. We'll stop at cafe restaurant Ksar Ezzahraa, a totally restored place that preserves the historical architectural design of Tunisia. Next, is Dar Tabouna Laarbi chez Anis, a specialty restaurant for light eaters: it only serves sandwiches, either chicken cutlets, chicken liver or turkey, and only serves them grilled. We'll head over to a panoramic terrace for refreshing beverages where you can enjoy the breathtaking views of Ez-Zitouna Mosque with its 43 meter high minaret.

 

Tunisian food can be best described as a blend of Mediterranean and native Punics-Berber cuisines and is heavily based on seafood, meat, olive oil, tomatoes, and an abundance of spices like cumin, caraway, coriander, and paprika. Harissa, a spicy red pepper paste, is used on everything from sandwiches to seasoning a variety of dishes. Slata michwya (grilled pepper salad) is another condiment that is widely popular.

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Popular dishes include: Brik à l’oeuf: This is a starter that consists of a lightly cooked egg inside a filo pastry with different variations that include prawns or tuna fish; Chapatti: A type of sandwich that consists of a flat round pita bread, and usually a filling of turmeric omelet, flaked tuna, potatoes, harissa, olive oil as well as onions and minced parsley and sometimes cheese. Once filled, it is closed and then heated so that the ingredients release their flavors inside the bread. Chorba: This is another starter common in Tunisia. It is a creamy soup made from tomatoes, onions and pasta grains; Couscous: This is the national dish of Tunisia and is eaten throughout the country. It is a dish of semolina that is served with vegetables, lamb, poultry or fish. Couscous differs in taste depending on the unique ingredients used; Agneau à la gargoulette: Another popular meal in Tunisia, it is a lamb stew that has been cooked over a charcoal fire in an earthenware vessel; Tunisian Tajine: It is more like a frittata. It is an egg-based appetizer that is made with meat and cheese or vegetarian; Makroudh: This is a fried semolina cake that is stuffed with date paste; Baklava: A very popular dessert in Tunisia, Baklava is a flaky pastry flavoured with almonds and honey. Tunisian JWAJEM: A decadent dessert served in a tall cup filled with layers of crushed almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, melted chocolate, fruit cubes - banana, strawberry, apples, cherry jam, coarsely crushed cookies and whipped cream. Lastly, Mint tea is the traditional drink of the Tunisian people, sometimes served with pine nuts or blanched almonds.

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Tunisian cuisine is a true delight for foodies around the world. From the famous brik pastry to the hearty couscous dishes, Tunisian cuisine is a feast for the senses. The use of spices and herbs, such as harissa and mint, adds a unique flavor to every dish. Come and explore the rich culinary heritage of Tunisia and tease your palate with traditional Tunisian dishes.

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