"Morocco's most complex and celebrated dish — concentric layers of warqa pastry (thinner than phyllo) encasing a filling of slow-cooked pigeon or chicken, egg and a spiced almond layer dusted with powdered sugar and cinnamon; the sweet-savoury collision is simultaneously jarring and magnificent; once reserved for royal banquets; now served at Fassi wedding feasts."
About Bastilla (B'stilla)
Morocco's most complex and celebrated dish — concentric layers of warqa pastry (thinner than phyllo) encasing a filling of slow-cooked pigeon or chicken, egg and a spiced almond layer dusted with powdered sugar and cinnamon; the sweet-savoury collision is simultaneously jarring and magnificent; once reserved for royal banquets; now served at Fassi wedding feasts.
Insider Tips
For the most authentic Bastilla (B'stilla), seek out family-run restaurants away from tourist areas.
Ask locals for their recommended spots — the best places rarely need advertising.
Morocco's regional variations can be quite different; try multiple versions.
