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Steamed Couscous with Chicken, Almonds, and Cinnamon

A festive Fassi dish of fine couscous steamed with chicken, onions, and spices, topped with fried almonds, cinnamon, and powdered sugar.

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In the golden age of Fès, when the city was a beacon of knowledge and refinement, the grand vizier sought a dish worthy of a visiting sultan. The city's finest cooks gathered, creating Seffa Medfouna as a symbol of Fessi hospitality - sweet yet savory, humble yet regal. The steaming couscous represented the city's prosperity, while the almonds and cinnamon spoke of its spice trade routes. To this day, Seffa graces Fessi celebrations, symbolizing the harmony of tradition and elegance, a taste of Fès' noble soul.

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