QIFF 2016 to introduce new family attractions
The 7th Qatar International Food Festival, organized by Qatar Tourism Authority and Qatar Airways, promises to be the largest and most exciting yet thanks to unique contributions from a host of strategic partners and sponsors including The Pearl-Qatar, Katara Cultural Village, and Qatar Museums. In 2016 QIFF has grown to span new satellite venues in …
QIFF 2016 – All the Food Stalls!
There is less than a week to go until the Qatar International Food Festival 2016 Doha peeps! For information about the Schedules check out QIFF 2016 – Schedule of Cooking Theatre & Entertainment UPDATE: Check out our features on the QIFF 2016 – The Pearl Qatar Beach Pop Up and QIFF 2016 – Katara Foodie …
QIFF 2016 – The Hotels
QIFF 2016 promises more variety with a range of food zones covering both gourmet treats and cheap eats. There are 130 participating restaurants, eateries and food entrepreneurs at Qatar food festival this year with more than 20 hotels taking part in the seven day culinary event. UPDATE: Check out our features on the QIFF 2016 …
Qatar International Food Festival 2016
#QIFF2016 – THE BIG GUIDE Qatar Tourism Authority and Qatar Airways are co-hosting the food festival from Tuesday 22nd March – Monday 28th March 2016. Over 220,000 visitors are expected to visit the 7 day food festival, which includes an increase in regional tourists from surrounding territories. This year QIFF is expected to be bigger …
Eggspectation Doha – What To Expect
Eggscited. Eggspectant. Eggsuberant. Eggstatic. Yes – we couldn’t resist playing with puns as we await the opening of Eggspecation Doha at The Pearl-Qatar. This all-day breakfast is perfectly situated in Medina Centrale and we foresee it playing host to a variety of groups from foodies to families. UPDATE – Eggspectation is now open and ready …
Café Murano – Golden High Tea
One of the most decadent Afternoon Teas we have tried is the Golden High Tea by Cafe Murano, winner of Best Café – Fact Dining Awards 2015. The Pearl-Qatar’s only hotel brings its five-star luxury treatment to Afternoon Tea, with a mixture of savoury and sweet treats. We were first introduced to the ‘golden tea’ …
Doha Coffee Overload
Let’s celebrate all things coffee as Qatar holds its first International Coffee Expo (ICE Doha), which is being held in Katara Cultural Village. So get ready for coffee overload a look at ‘the world through your coffee’ according to ICE Doha. Doha Coffee Overview: Qatar is one of the world’s emerging coffee markets along with the GCC; in …
Chocolate Bonbons for the Creatives
If you are looking for the perfect chocolate gift then be sure to check out the latest chocolate creations from Pierre Hermé Paris Qatar Boutique in Lagoona Mall. Famous for their macarons the chocolates should not be overlooked, particularly when the bonbons are this beautiful. The Maison Pierre Hermé Paris gave free reign to exceptional …
“My Coffee, My Identity” – Doha Coffee Expo 2016
For coffee-lovers the latest event at Katara has seen the popular beverage highlighted at Qatar’s first international coffee expo. “My Coffee, My Identity” celebrates all things caffeine and has been organised under the patronage of H.E Sheikha Al-Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. The exhibition recognises the increased interest in regional markets for gourmet coffee, …
Magical Festival Village Doha – What To Expect
After several delays the Magical Festival Village Doha will officially open to the public today (3rd March 2016) with a grand launch ceremony. It has been designed as an innovative concept that combines shopping, entertainment and restaurants in an open air venue. The aim is to attract more regional visitors to Qatar from neighbouring countries …
Healthy Eating at QIFF 2016 with Qatar Museums and Alain Ducasse!
New Healthy Food Initiative puts healthy eating at the heart of the Qatar International Food Festival To celebrate the seventh edition of the Qatar International Food Festival, Qatar Museums is launching the Healthy Food Initiative – a programme of activities designed to raise awareness of healthy lifestyles and promote healthy eating. The initiative has been …
Food Trucks, International Chefs and More at QIFF 2016!
QIFF 2016 activities and events were announced this morning at a press conference at the Museum of Islamic Art. The 7th edition looks set to be the biggest year as activities have been extended to The Pearl-Qatar and Katara Cultural Village. UPDATE: Check out our features on the QIFF 2016 – The Pearl Qatar Beach …
Your Health First Schools Programme with QIFF 2016
In Qatar there is an increasingly postive action being taken by local organisations and individuals to highlight the importance of healthy eating. Ahead of next month’s Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) the QTA, along with key partners, has been taking this message to the classroom. The QTA have teamed up with the Ministry of Education, …
Foodie Flags Inspiration
The QIFF 2016 ‘Plate Your Nation’ contest was recently announced, as a way to bridge the interests in foodie travelling adventures with social media. International entrants from across the world are encouraged to replicate their nation’s flag entirely out of edible materials. For those of you, local and international readers, who are intrigued by the …
QIFF 2016 – Plate Your Nation Contest
Ahead of next month’s Qatar International Food Festival 2016 an exciting ‘Plate Your Nation’ contest has been announced by festival co-organisers Qatar Airways. It is an online competition that helps to bring together a love for food and travel. Members of the public are encouraged to take a closer look at their nation’s flag and …
Chef’s Table at Latino Steakhouse Doha
Latino Steakhouse at Sheraton Grand Doha has introduced Chef’s Table, a new event to their South American dining line-up. It highlights two of the current dining trends in Qatar – one-on-one interaction with the chef and paired food and beverage menus. Chef Luciano Latino Steakhouse Doha are aiming for an intimate dining experience with an average of 8 …
Seasonal Tastes Westin Doha – Lunch Buffet
It’s not everyday that you get the opportunity to sit in the lobby of a brand-spanking new hotel; in Doha it is becoming a regular occurrence. Visitors and residents to the city have seen four new hotels open in as many months. The Westin Doha is the latest opening in an increasingly competitive and burgeoning …
Qatar Food Tour at Souq Waqif
Embrace Doha has something very special planned for this weekend with ‘Bil Afiya’, their new food tour concept. The brainchild of Amal al-Shammari, Embrace Doha is a local organsation with the sole mission of introducing Qatari culture and society to members of the general public. Embrace Doha is the first organisation of its kind within Qatar, and we …