Pairing Bastilla correctly — a note on Moroccan mint tea

Most people overlook how much the right drink changes Bastilla. I ordered it with Moroccan mint tea and the richly perfumed elements of the dish sharpened considerably against the pairing. medjool dates in particular became more prominent in a good way.

hospitality rituals including mint tea service are integral to the food experience. The a desert camp dinner is where you learn these pairings — they evolved together. If you've been having Bastilla with the wrong drink, try it correctly once. It's a genuinely different experience. The restaurant deserves credit for getting this right.