Etiquette & Behavior

Everyone if Fez, Morocco is well behaved even to those who are enemies. The people of Fez shake hands whenever they meet and they are basically warm-hearted people. One should know about the behavior and etiquette of Fez if he is touring the land, as it would be the best way to feel the native flavor.

Your approach

You should never lose your temper with these people. They can be easily won over by being courteously persistent. If you are dealing with them you should open any transaction with proper words of greeting. In Fez status is the key word. It is a very hierarchical society and all the people are dealt according to the position that they hold in the society. You should also pay heed to this system.

Invitation

When you are invited remember never to enter the home until you are asked to. In most of the traditional homes you also need to leave your shoes outside. Food is served in one communal dish and it is to be eaten by the right hand only.

The people of Fez are very hospitable people and one needs to socialize before the food is served. The guests are expected to leave right after the meal is completed and the tea session is over.