Ramadan in Qatar 2016: Everything You NEED To Know!
Whether you are a Muslim or not the month of Ramadan is an important event in the Middle East. Culturally there is much to be learnt from expats and visitors to Qatar and the gulf region. Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, because it is the month that the Quran was revealed …
The Station Sushi Buffet Night, The Pearl-Qatar
The Station Sushi recently introduced a one-off sushi buffet night at its location in Megapolis. Based within the bowling alley it has been far too easy to ignore this venue – but you won’t be able to ignore the QR99 price! UPDATE – This offer was a stand alone promotion to highlight the sushi options from The …
Friday Bubbalicious Brunch at The Westin Doha
Doha’s latest contender to the brunch scene is the Bubbalicious Brunch from The Westin Hotel & Spa. The concept is well-known in their Dubai and Abu Dhabi locations. The Doha version offers diners the choice of 8 live cooking stations, featuring dishes from their latest restaurants Sabai Thai, Hunters Room & Grill and Seasonal Tastes. For more Friday …
Looking for Easter Celebrations?
If you follow the Julian Calendar to celebrate Easter then you are in for a treat. Although the Gregorian Western Easter has been and gone there are options for May 1st which is the date for Orthodox Easter. See below for Easter Brunch options in Doha. Of course you could just go to your usual Brunch place. And …
Centro Capital Doha – The Restaurants
The latest addition to Doha’s hotels is Centro Capital Doha, bringing the total of Rotana hotels in Qatar up to three locations. The other two hotels City Centre Rotana and Oryx Rotana. Centro Capital is located on Al Jazeera Street, Bin Mahmoud. The hotel has a chic exterior with a modern design, and is indicative of …
Time Out Doha Restaurant Awards 2016: The Winners!
The Time Out Restaurant Awards took place this evening at Grand Hyatt. With over 140 local restaurants reviewed and rated there was lots to celebrate. This year there was a new award recognising outstanding contribution made by an individual within the industry. For the full list of nominees check out our feature at Time Out Doha …
Lord of The Wings and Biella – New Openings
April seems to be THE month for new openings at The Pearl-Qatar, with a double whammy as the fourth Biella restaurant in Doha and new offering Lord Of The Wings officially opened. The restaurants shared a grand opening night earlier this month, where dignitaries, special guests and the local biker chapter were invited to learn more …
German Doner Kebab, The Pearl-Qatar – New Opening
German Doner Kebab opened its doors earlier this month at The Pearl-Qatar. The F&B brand opened its first store in 1989 in Berlin and has 40 franchised eateries around the world. The brand is keen to highlight the the quality of the meat and a menu that is free from preservatives or additives. It has worked on …
Time Out Doha Restaurant Awards 2016
It’s that time of year again…awards season! This week the Winners of the FACT Dining Awards were announced, with some venues winning multiple awards. And in a few weeks the Time Out Restaurant Awards will take place in Doha with over 140 venues nominated. Here is the shortlist for the Time Out Doha Restaurant Awards …
Fact Qatar Dining Awards 2016 – The Winners
The second annual FACT Dining Awards were recently hosted by Fact Magazine at the newly-opened The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa. The FACT Dining Awards recognises excellence in the food and beverage industry. Winners were announced from 30 categories including Al Fresco Dining and Most Anticipated Venue. The Dining Awards had two elements: the Best …
Songkran Festival in Doha
Traditional Thai New Year Celebrations begin from the 13 to 15th April and is known as Songkran. Just like most traditional cultural celebrations family members travel back home to celebrate with loved ones. Water plays water plays an important role in the annual Songkran festtival, with the element representing purification and cleansing. As a sign …
QIFF 2016 – MIA Park
MIA Park QIFF 2016 – First Impressions The main hub of the Qatar International Food Festival is at MIA Park – and you can tell. The stages are bigger, the entertainments are ongoing and the food options extensive. The satellite locations are a fanastic idea, but ultimately they lack the atmosphere created by the hundreds …
QIFF 2016 – The Pearl Qatar Beach Pop Up
Pearl Qatar Beach Pop Up QIFF 2016 – First Impressions We knew they were coming – now that we have seen them they are an interesting mix of mainly fast-food food trucks. But we are a little disappointed with the overall experience. Surprisingly the one venue we had great anticipation for has flopped, whilst the …
QIFF 2016 – Katara Foodie Zone
Katara Foodie Zone QIFF 2016 – First Impressions Not much was known about what was expected at the Katara Foodie Zone until QIFF 2016 was officially opened. We visited with open minds and were pleasantly surprised. Having spent way too much time at the three QIFF venues we have had a good look around …
QIFF 2016 – Schedule of Cooking Theatre & Entertainment
Qatar International Food Festival 2016 will begin from 22nd March – 28th March 2016. Make sure you keep an eye on opening times as the timings will be different on the first day. Read the information about parking and transport arrangements so that you don’t get stuck in traffic jams. All important schedules are below, …
QIFF 2016 – Celebrity Chefs!
Celebrity chefs will be creating culinary masterpieces at the Qatar Airways Cooking Theatre, part of the upcoming Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF). Qatar Airways is the co-organiser of the festival with Qatar Tourism Authority. The seventh edition of #QIFF2016 will take place at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) Park with new attractions and events …
QIFF 2016 – The Food Trucks!
Doha residents and foodies alike will be interested to learn about the Food Trucks expected at Qatar International Food Festival 2016. If you have been wondering who will be at QIFF2016 then check out the full list of food trucks below! You can also check out the hotel dining and the restaurant and snack booths …
QIFF 2016 – Transport Options
The QTA, in conjunction with Qatar Airways, have arranged a variety of transport options in order to reduce traffic and parking congestion at QIFF 2016 venue locations. There are a range of options including a new water taxi service, and free bus shuttle services. You can find all the details below. UPDATE: Check out our …