Bassmat Tourath is a new animated series on Moroccan history and intangible heritage that tries to debunk historical misconceptions in an academic yet entertaining way.
Three of Morocco’s iconic dishes were influenced and evolved due to historical factors and events. Modern-day Bastilla, Tagine and Couscous were, in fact, products of a culinary cultural exchange.
After Algerian Prime Minister accused Morocco of thinking that Couscous is one of its exclusive products, Morocco responded. Speaking Thursday, Mustapha El Khalfi told reporters that everyone knows the origins of the dish.
Algeria has expressed its wish of submitting a joint application to the UNESCO, including Couscous on the World Heritage List. The initiative revealed by APS comes a few years after the emergence of an endless debate between Morocco and Algeria regarding the origins of Rai music.