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Special AwardsJanuary 2022

Special Awards Morocco 2022

The Special Awards Morocco 2022 celebrate diversity and commitment to preserving the environment and biodiversity across Morocco.

Innovation Award

An innovative chef or restaurateur who has pivoted to new and creative business ideas.

Sponsored byDisciples Escoffier Maroc

Community Spirit Award

Project led by a chef, restaurateur or organization that supports their community or a cause.

Sponsored byDisciples Escoffier Maroc
Hotel Kasbah Tamadot
Hotel Kasbah TamadotMarrakesh · Chef Yassine KhalalAt Sir Richard Branson's luxury hotel, Executive Chef Yassine Khalal not only prepares delicious dishes, he also helps support local farmers and producers. With 18 years of experience and inspiration from culinary greats such as Alain Ducasse and Yannick Aleno, his passion is infectious and evident on every plate. What makes his cuisine unique is his willingness to combine local and international flavors. He is particularly fond of Mediterranean and Moroccan cuisine. For him, the local garden and orchard are essential tools in the kitchen. These resources provide seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs throughout the year, which he uses in all his menus.

Ethical & Sustainability Award

A chef or restaurateur demonstrating exemplary dedication to ethical practices, sustainability and social responsibility within the workplace, industry and wider community.

Sponsored byDisciples Escoffier Maroc
Hyatt Palace Tagazhout
Hyatt Palace TagazhoutThe ultimate asset of Hyatt Regency Tamazhout is its organic vegetable garden, tended by Executive Chef Hicham Annaddam. An eco-friendly, healthy approach is the watchword here, with cultivation that respects the seasons and the environment. In the heart of the Hyatt's gardens, an incredible variety of vegetables are grown, providing the chef with a dream pantry. Cherry tomatoes, radishes, broccoli, lettuce, cabbage, peppers, herbs and, soon, fruit trees are all carefully harvested and brought to the restaurant's tables.

Artisan & Authenticity Award

Restaurants promoting the culinary heritage of its region or country through skill, produce and sourcing.

Sponsored byDisciples Escoffier Maroc

New Talents of the Year

Most promising chefs of the year under age 35.

Sponsored byDisciples Escoffier Maroc
Chef Rahali Jawad
Chef Rahali JawadChef Jawad Rahali is a culinary prodigy. A native of El Jadida, his passion for cooking took root at an early age, inspired by his father's talents behind the family stove. His path to fame was paved by a rigorous training at the Institut de l'hôtellerie et de la restauration in Marrakech, followed by invaluable experience alongside true chefs such as Lahcen Hafid, formerly of the Ritz in Paris, and the master of Japanese gastronomy, Masaharu Morimoto. His cuisine is a skillful blend of tastes and influences, boldly combining Moroccan, French, Mediterranean and Asian inspirations. The result is a culinary voyage of discovery where savory-sweet and sweet-sour flavors mix, without forgetting the famous fifth taste, umami. Proud of his cuisine, Chef Jawad combines passion and perfection in each of his creations. He recently moved to another restaurant and now works at Domaine Villate Limoune in Agadir.
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