fandomhigh | International Cuisine

Class today still met at Portalocity; it wasn't as if a potential hurricane tomorrow was going to stop them from going anywhere else today, after all. It just meant that Hannibal was in a very stylish raincoat.

"We're heading to Morocco today," he told the students. "It will be rather warm, so you'll want to leave your raingear here." As he was. "We haven't yet been to Africa this term, and I thought it might be time to change that."

He led them through the portal and into a bustling street surrounded by stalls. "Marrakech, Morocco," he explained. "Morocco has been a hub of trade for centuries, and its spices and cuisine reflect that. Mediterranean and Arabic cuisines are the strongest influences, and olive oil, fruits, grains, and a number of meats, including lamb, are common."

He led them further down the street. "Today we will be eating at Dar Cherifa, a restaurant meant as a calm oasis in the midst of the souks - the markets. It features a fairly traditional and varied menu. As usual, I will order a number of things for us, and you're welcome to order your own as well."

He nodded at the waiter as they were led to their table. "The predominant languages here are Arabic and Berber, but most people will also speak French, and some will know Spanish or English. Please don't hesitate to ask should you have any questions.

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For a girl like Summer, shopping had its appeal no matter the culture, so it took a significant effort for her to fight the distraction and stay on track. But there were so many neat things! Authentic! Pretty!

Focus, Summer. Chill out, it's not like you brought money, anyway, but didn't they barter a lo--

No. Food. No shop. Bad Summer.

Between Summer's distraction and Peridot's questions, Hannibal finally chuckled and said, "If you would like, we can spend some time here before we head back to Fandom. However, you'll have to stay with the group; these streets are a labyrinth, and it would be easy to get lost."

"Could we?" Simmer asked. "I mean, I probably shouldn't buy anything anyway," not with all the money she blew on ice cream for tomorrow, "but...it's just so nice here. It's nice to get my mind off the storm back at school, you know? Do you think...does portalocity require electricity? If it got really bad, couldn't we all just... voop , go somewhere safe until it all blew over?"

"We certainly can, and the hurricane is not scheduled to arrive until tomorrow," Hannibal assured her. "If Portalocity is required to shut down early, I have been assured they will inform us first."

Summer's head bobbed a little. "Good. Cool. Thank you. It's....really neat here."

Because it wasn't potentially disaster looming over their heads, not that Summer was getting worried or anything, OF COURSE.

"These souks have a widespread reputation for their shopping," Hannibal said.

And probably for fleecing tourists, but that was neither here nor there.

International Cuisine | Friday, 3rd period

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