Many people who travel to Europe visit some century-old coffee shops. In addition to admiring the classical and elegant architectural styles, the most important thing is to taste the high-quality coffee and desserts. In Marrakech, Morocco, there is also a coffee shop worthy of a visit — Bacha Coffee, located in the museum Dar El Bacha Musee Des Confluences.
Bacha Coffee – a place full of Moroccan history and culture
Bacha Coffee has a long history. It was established in Marrakech in 1910 and has been committed to providing high-quality Arabic coffee from all over the world. To celebrate 110 years of history, the brand reopened in a museum in 2019, bringing good news to coffee fans.
The coffee shop adopts a Moroccan mixed European style. The patio is decorated with black and white marble floors. The coffee table is paired with blue velvet chairs. There is also a large coffee bar filled with different types of coffee beans in the orange box. And the sun shines from above the patio so that the Moroccan light and shadow are absorbing into the patio.
Like the Moroccan riads, three salons are surrounding the patio, which is designed with a touch of European art. From the decoration of lamps and lanterns in Paris to the exquisite frames with Moroccan artworks, they are decorated with golden furniture. Each of the three salons has its characteristics. While tasting coffee and food, you can also indulge in the rich atmosphere of art and classicism.
Over 200 types of Coffee
Speaking of coffee, there are more than 200 types of 100% Arabica coffee beans from all over the world. They are all imported from 33 countries, including Kenya, Tanzania, Brazil, Zambia, Honduras, Thailand, Philippines, etc… Different coffee beans are carefully blended and other ingredients such as chocolate are added to the flavor for selection. The coffee will be accompanied by vanilla seeds, so that those who like the vanilla aroma can add some into your coffee, leading the coffee taste to another level.
Coffee and dessert are perfect here. Bacha Coffee serves different exquisite desserts, such as tiramisu, puff pastry, etc. In addition, all kinds of croissants in the store are a must-eat! It is very crunchy, the sweetness is moderate, and there are different flavors to choose from.
Not only a coffee shop, but also a museum
After drinking coffee, you can stop by the museum to learn about the history of Morocco. This museum was originally the manor house of Marrakech Pacha (Governor). In recent years it was changed to a museum. Full of Moroccan architectural design, the carefully selected mosaic patterns are dizzying, the huge garden and central fountain are relaxing. You can also enter the exhibition halls to appreciate Moroccan historical relics and culture, and spend a treasurable time there.
Bacha Coffee is located in the museum, so while drinking coffee, you can also admire the architecture of traditional Moroccan riad, including the exquisite mosaics and carvings. There are also different exhibitions in the museum introducing the history and culture of Morocco from time to time.
The shop next to the coffee shop is used for retail, selling various coffee beans, coffee cups, and coffee pots, etc.
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