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Exclusive – Majorelle: The unrivalled taste of Morocco in the heart of Budapest – PHOTOS
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Morocco has never been so close to Budapest! Majorelle, the first authentic Moroccan restaurant in the heart of the Hungarian capital steals guests’ hearts with soulful food, unmatched loveliness and professionalism by the staff, and an atmosphere you do not want to leave behind.
We at Daily News Hungary were incredibly lucky to get a chance to experience an unparalleled gastronomic journey at Majorelle, the first authentic Moroccan restaurant in Budapest. Whether you prefer savoury foods or have a sweet tooth, you will find yourself at home in this amazing catering establishment. Let’s get to the topic: join us and discover Majorelle!
Majorelle: the beginnings and ambitions
After almost a year of preparations, the restaurant opened at 23 Hold Street, District V, Budapest in February 2024. The owner, Mo, tells us that the establishment is a partnership between himself, Saad, the Moroccan chef, and Amr, a friend of Mo’s from Egypt.
Their ambition was, and still is, to “bring something authentic and different to Budapest with a premium quality where people can really enjoy the food in a cosy and simple environment that brings the essence of Morocco in elegance to the heart of Budapest,” Mo shares. Good news: in the medium term, they are planning to open different branches in Europe and the Middle East!
Moroccan culture and food
According to Mo, they aim to bring a part of Morocco’s tastes and culture to our Central European country. He tells us that they have plans to hold special nights at Majorelle to introduce Moroccan music and art to curious guests.
“In Morocco, just like the Arab culture, the food is all about sharing and therefore we encourage our guests to try different things together in order to get the maximum experience,”
Saad adds.
As for the ingredients, everything they work with is fresh and is prepared in their kitchens. Their mission is to be “as local as possible” when it comes to the ingredients; except for those that aren’t available locally. “Therefore, we import fresh seafood from Spain and France,” which makes them unique in Budapest: they also aim to position Majorelle as a fresh seafood restaurant with a Moroccan twist.
