Tara Kitchen

10/25/2026

Hello, fellow food lovers and adventurers!

I've been hearing one question lately:
"Aneesa, is Morocco safe to visit?"

I get it! With everything happening in the world, international travel can feel a little intimidating.

But here's what I want you to know: Morocco is a world of its own! A beautiful North African country with centuries of history, incredible hospitality, vibrant markets, and some of the most extraordinary
food you'll ever taste.

Of course, no destination is without risk, but traveling with a small group, experienced local guides, and a thoughtfully planned itinerary makes exploring somewhere new so much easier.

And here's the fun part!

Did you know Moroccan cuisine tells the story of Amazigh, Arab, Jewish, and Andalusian cultures coming together over centuries? Every tagine, spice blend, and flaky bastilla has a story behind it.

This November, I want to take you beyond the restaurant and show you where those stories began!

🇲🇦 November 22 – December 2, 2026

Join me for 10 unforgettable days of food, culture, history, colorful souks, and plenty of laughter!

We're keeping it intimate with just 14 travelers, and I have a few spots left!

So if Morocco has been on your bucket list,
what are you waiting for?

Come hungry. Leave inspired.
And let me show you the Morocco I love! ❤️

Reply to this email for details. I'd love to have you join us!

With love and a little wanderlust,

Aneesa
Chef & Founder, Tara Kitchen

P.S. The only thing I can almost guarantee is that you'll come home wishing you had room for one more tagine! 😉
Let’s go to Morocco. 🇲🇦
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10/22/2026

Business PSA 😂😂 for a miscommunication on my parr!

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10/21/2026

Subway shenanigans with M ❤️ I definitely don’t miss driving 😂 and it’s nice to have him visit 😆😆😆

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❤️

10/21/2026

The holiday season is just around the corner, and whether you're planning an office celebration, a festive gathering with friends, or a cozy family dinner, Tara Kitchen is here to bring something extraordinary to your table.

From intimate gatherings to large corporate celebrations,
we've got you covered!

✨ Corporate Holiday Parties & Office Lunches – Treat your team to something beyond the ordinary with beautifully prepared Moroccan favorites.

✨ Holiday Catering & Family Gatherings – From savory tagines and fragrant couscous to colorful mezze platters,
we'll help you create a memorable holiday spread.

✨ Cocktail Parties & Festive Bites – Perfect for mingling! Think crispy Moroccan briouats, delicious small bites, and beautiful appetizers your guests
will love.

Our menus feature delicious halal, vegetarian, and vegan options, making it easy to bring everyone together around the table.

Whether you're feeding 15 people or 200, our team can help create a menu that fits your occasion and budget.

Let's make this holiday season delicious, memorable, and stress-free!

Explore our catering offerings:
https://www.tarakitchen.com/new-catering (https://tarakitchentribeca.com/catering/)

Bringing people together,
one delicious meal at a time.

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10/21/2026

A little Morocco at Citibank’s World Headquarters in Tribeca last week. 🇲🇦❤️

Bringing my food, and a little piece of Morocco into new spaces will always mean so much to me.

Another pop-up. Another adventure. And so much more to come. ❤️✨ Kitchen Co. Group thank you for having us!

10/20/2026

Goodnight 🌙

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10/19/2026

Today at Iroquois Middle School, I made chicken tikka masala, seasoned jasmine rice, roasted green beans, and garlic naan, and let me tell you… THE KIDS LOVED IT! 😂❤️

They were literally waiting anxiously for the food, I got some awesome compliments, and one kid told me, “If the cafeteria food tasted like this, I would eat lunch every day!” 😂🙌🏼 I mean, COME ON. That made my day!

But honestly, the best part of today went beyond the food.

I had the chance to talk with an Indian student who shared that some kids were picking on him about it being “India Day.” We talked about how cool it actually is that food from his culture was being represented in the cafeteria and that his classmates got to experience a little piece of his culture, too.

And that conversation really stuck with me.

Food is SO much more than just food. It’s culture, it’s history, it’s identity, it’s connection. And sometimes, it’s a way to help someone feel seen and represented in a place where they might otherwise feel different.

This is exactly why I believe in food diplomacy. ❤️

We talk a lot about diversity and inclusion, but what does that actually look like in our everyday lives? Sometimes, it looks like putting a meal on a cafeteria menu that a student recognizes from home. Sometimes, it looks like a kid trying something new and realizing they LOVE it. And sometimes, it’s simply creating an opportunity for a conversation that might not have happened otherwise.

I want kids to grow up curious about other cultures, excited to try new things, and understanding that what makes us different is something to celebrate, NOT something to make fun of.

If I can help create even a small piece of that through food, then I’m doing exactly what I want to be doing. 🥹🌎

Today was a reminder that we’re not just feeding kids. We have an opportunity to bring people together, build understanding, and make sure more kids feel like they belong.

And if we can do all of that with some chicken tikka masala and garlic naan? Well, that’s a pretty amazing place to start. ❤️🍛

10/17/2026

Hello,

“I’ve always wanted to go to Morocco.”

I hear some version of this all the time.

And I get it. There are a million reasons to put a trip like this off. Work. Family. Responsibilities. The never-ending list of things that somehow always seem more urgent.

And then another year goes by.

So here’s my question: What if this is the year you actually go?

On November 22, Muntasim and I are leaving for Morocco with a small group of travelers for 11 days of extraordinary food, beautiful riads, ancient medinas, the Atlas Mountains, the Sahara Desert, and the kind of experiences that stay with you long after you’ve unpacked your suitcase.

We’ll wander through spice-filled markets, discover hidden courtyards, eat incredible Moroccan food, ride camels into the desert at sunset, sleep under the stars, cook together, drink an unreasonable amount of mint tea, and share long dinners with people who may start out as strangers.

This isn’t a giant group tour where you’re herded from one attraction to the next.

It’s a chance to experience Morocco with me, through the eyes of someone who has spent more than 20 years building a life and a culinary career inspired by this extraordinary country.

And I’d really love for you to join us.

A Seat at Morocco’s Table
November 22–December 2, 2026
Hosted by Aneesa Waheed and Muntasim Shoaib

Reply to this email, and I’ll personally send you the trip details and answer your questions.

Let’s go to Morocco. 🇲🇦
tarakitchen.com/tara-journeys (https://www.tarakitchen.com/tara-journeys)

10/06/2026

There are some places you visit — and then there are places you experience.

This November, I’m taking a very small group of travelers to Morocco, and I would love for you to join me.

From November 22–December 2, we’ll spend 10 unforgettable days experiencing Morocco through the thing that has connected me to this country for more than 20 years: its food, its people, its markets, its traditions, and its extraordinary hospitality.

This isn’t a traditional group tour.

We’ll wander through ancient medinas, shop the souks, sit down to meals you would never find on a typical itinerary, cook with locals, discover the spices and ingredients that define Moroccan cuisine, and experience the country through the people who call it home.

And because food is how I understand the world, we are going to eat very, very well.

ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT!!!

If Morocco has been sitting on your bucket list, this may be the moment to stop saying “someday.”

November 22–December 2, 2026
🇲🇦 Small group — maximum 14 guests
🍴 A culinary journey personally hosted by me
🧿 Food, markets, culture, history and experiences beyond the usual tourist trail
❤️ Designed to feel intimate, personal and very special

You can see the full itinerary and trip details here:

tarakitchen.com/tara-journeys (https://www.tarakitchen.com/tara-journeys)

And if you’re interested but have questions about flights, walking, dietary restrictions, traveling solo, room arrangements — or anything else — simply reply to this email. I’m happy to talk with you personally.

I hope you’ll come experience Morocco with me.

Yallah — let’s go to Morocco! 🇲🇦
tarakitchen.com/tara-journeys (https://www.tarakitchen.com/tara-journeys)

10/05/2026

Today was a really fun one. I was the lunch lady at Van Antwerp Middle school ❤️

I got to cook and serve lunch at Van Antwerp Middle School in Niskayuna as part of my ongoing effort to bring more culinary diversity into our schools — and these kids did NOT disappoint. 😂

On the menu: my apricot & prune chicken (which I jokingly dubbed “Moroccan Barbecue”), jasmine rice, green beans with ras el hanout, and pita.

The kids absolutely LOVED it, which honestly made my day.

Huge thank you to Ross, the Culinary Director for Niskayuna School Districts, Niskayuna CSD for being so open to this collaboration and helping make it happen. Food is such an easy way to introduce kids to cultures, flavors and traditions they may not otherwise experience.

And this is just the beginning. I’m excited to do a lot more of this. 🇲🇦❤️

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