(24 January 2026) - The renowned Moroccan gourmet restaurant La Grande Table Marocaine at the Royal Mansour Marrakech receives the "Art of Hospitality Award" from the 50 Best Restaurants 2026 in the Middle East and North Africa. The team at La Grande Table Marocaine will receive the award on Tuesday, 3 February 2026, at the fifth edition of the "50 Best Restaurants" in the Middle East and North Africa in Abu Dhabi. The award recognises restaurants that set standards in service and guest care and create unforgettable culinary experiences. The winner is selected by a jury of over 250 independent industry experts and restaurateurs from across the MENA region.

Rooted in Morocco's traditions of warmth, hospitality and ceremony, La Grande Table Marocaine has developed a service philosophy characterised by attention to detail, cultural pride and authentic personal relationships. From the moment of arrival, the team stages the experience with careful staging, subtle gestures and a quiet sense of occasion. Guests feel not only welcome, but truly hosted. Moments of cultural insight, from the warm welcome to the elegant tea ceremony, fit seamlessly into the experience, revealing the stories, rituals and subtleties that characterise Moroccan hospitality. This enriches the culinary journey with a sense of depth and discovery. This approach has made the restaurant a distinctive example of Moroccan hospitality. Under the culinary direction of world-renowned chef Hélène Darroze and her deputy Karim Ben Baba, whose expertise in Moroccan gastronomy shapes the restaurant's vision, La Grande Table Marocaine offers a sophisticated introduction to the national food culture. The signature dishes reflect the regional heritage and combine contemporary precision with appealing presentation. Selected dishes such as a refined pigeon pastilla, a delicately spiced tagine or the national couscous serve as subtle testimonies to origin and craftsmanship. Importantly, these culinary accents complement the guest experience rather than overshadowing it. Each course is presented consciously and purposefully, allowing the team to shape the experience and emphasise service as an expression of respect, pride and generosity.

The Art of Hospitality Award recognises La Grande Table Marocaine for its ability to turn dining into an experience of cultural encounter. The restaurant combines a warm welcome, intuitive attention to detail and an elegant yet personal atmosphere. This harmony of service, stories and cultural authenticity has made the restaurant one of the leading addresses for hospitality in the region and invites guests to return again and again – whether for intimate or festive occasions. A spokesperson for Middle East & North Africa's 50 Best Restaurants explains: "We are delighted to announce La Grande Table Marocaine as the winner of the Art of Hospitality Award 2026. The restaurant represents the highest standards in service, cultural authenticity and warm hospitality. The team's tireless dedication to their guests creates an elegant yet personal atmosphere and makes this award well deserved."

Jean-Claude Messant, Managing Director of La Grande Table Marocaine, said: "This award is an honour for every member of our team. Hospitality at the Royal Mansour is based on sincerity, generosity and a deep sense of hospitality. These values guide everything we do at La Grande Table Marocaine. Our goal is to introduce guests not only to our restaurant, but also to Moroccan culture itself. This recognition means a great deal to us, and we will continue to do everything we can to create unforgettable experiences for all our guests."