This cuisine often features dishes cooked in a tagine, incorporates preserved lemons, and utilizes a distinctive spice blend. It also has a history of royal influence and sophisticated presentation.

1. Dishes often include couscous, a staple grain.
2. A common spice blend is Ras el Hanout, with many different variations.
3. Meats, especially lamb and chicken, are frequently used.
4. The cuisine is often associated with North Africa.