Five must-try experiences at QIFF 2025
Reading Time: 3 minutesQatar’s most exciting food festival presents new attractions and unforgettable culinary experiences. The Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) opens daily from 16:00 to 23:00 on weekdays and 15:00 to 00:00 on weekends until February 22, offering plenty to explore, savour, and enjoy. QIFF Ring New to QIFF 2025, the QIFF Ring offers visitors an exciting arena to compete and take on thrilling culinary challenges. From showcasing creativity in the ‘Cake Decoration Competition’ to family fun with a father-son ‘Juice Making Competition’ or taking on the classic ‘Burger Eating Challenge’, visitors can participate in a variety of exciting culinary challenges. The QIFF Ring promises an unforgettable experience for foodies to compete and win valuable prizes. Participants can register on www.qiffring.com The Cooking Studio Step into The Cooking Studio and witness 40 world-class chefs in action as they showcase their skills, share exclusive recipes, and bring the latest food trends to life. This interactive experience features live cooking demos, masterclasses, interviews, and hands-on workshops led by renowned local and international chefs. From Qatari delicacies to global flavours, the studio’s themed sessions this year include Spice It Up, Sweet Escape, EcoBites, Flame On! Grain Fiesta, Grow & Glow, Greet & Meat, Organic Scene. Upcoming International chefs taking part in the Cooking Studio include, Benjamin Nast, Surender Mohan, Fabrice Rosso, Nicolas Garate, and Karim Bourgi. Upcoming local chefs include Aisha Al Tamimi, Noof Al Marri, Mohamed Kamal and more. Michelin Guide Village The Michelin Guide Village, a highlight of QIFF 2025, brings world-class dining to the festival with nine Michelin-rated restaurants offering curated tasting menus at affordable prices. This exclusive experience gives visitors the chance to enjoy culinary excellence from renowned Michelin-starred establishments, including ARAYA, Aramburu, Talea by Antonio Guida, Trèsind Studio, Restaurant À L’aise, CTC Urban Gastronomy, R.HAAN, Molino de Urdániz, and LASAI Restaurante. Dinner in the Sky A fan-favourite experience, Dinner in the Sky makes its highly anticipated return to QIFF 2025, offering guests the chance to enjoy a gourmet meal 40 meters above the ground. Curated by talented chefs from Rixos Gulf Hotel, the experience combines exquisite dining with breathtaking panoramic views of the West Bay skyline. Visitors can choose from several curated expereinces throughout the day starting from 15:00 to 22:30 for a one-of-a-kind culinary adventure. These include High Tea, Twilight Flights, Dinner in the Sky, and the Moonlight Flight. To book your reservation visit, https://doha.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/dinner-in-the-sky-qatar. QIFF Juniors Zone A new addition to QIFF 2025, QIFF Juniors is a dedicated children’s zone offering fun activities and interactive experiences. This space features a lineup of family-friendly entertainment, including live performances, interactive educational shows that blend learning with fun, as well as clown acts and mesmerizing magic shows to captivate young audiences. Children can also enjoy endless activities like Mizo & Miza and gymnastics preformances. Additionally, the zone offers interactive stations where kids can explore their creativity. Visitors can park at DECC and access Hotel Park via the designated tunnel or metro users can take a short walk from DECC Metro Station. For the daily event schedule and updates, visit @qiff.qa on Instagram.
Michelin-starred chef Surender Mohan returns to Jamavar Doha for an exclusive culinary celebration
Reading Time: 2 minutesDoha, Qatar – Jamavar Doha, the pan-Indian dining destination at the iconic Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel, is thrilled to welcome back its Culinary Director and Michelin-starred Chef Surender Mohan for a special visit from February 17th to 22nd, 2025. This marks his first appearance at the restaurant since it earned its prestigious Michelin star, a milestone achieved during Doha’s Michelin Guide ceremony in December 2024. Chef Surender Mohan, a celebrated figure in the culinary world, has been instrumental in shaping Jamavar’s legacy across London, Doha and Dubai. His visit offers a unique opportunity for guests to indulge in an exclusive Chef’s Special Tasting Menu, showcasing his signature blend of authentic Indian flavors and contemporary flair. Kicking off his visit, Chef Surender will represent Jamavar Doha at the Qatar Food Festival on February 19th, offering culinary enthusiasts a glimpse of his masterful creations. Adding to the celebration, Jamavar Doha will host a series of culinary experiences for a vibrant showcase of the restaurant’s award-winning cuisine. Reflecting on the significance of his return, Chef Surender Mohan shared: “Returning to Jamavar Doha after achieving a Michelin star is a proud moment for our team. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to excellence, and I am excited to share a selection of special dishes that embody Jamavar’s essence with our valued guests in Doha.” Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to experience the artistry of Chef Surender Mohan and celebrate Jamavar Doha’s Michelin milestone with a variety of exclusive dining experiences; Chef’s Tasting Menu: February 18-22 as of 12:30pm, 5-course menu for QR295 Peat Dinner with Brand Ambassador: February 20, 7pm onwards, 4-course menu with paired drinks for QR495 Royal Brunch with Chef Surender: February 21, 12:30pm-4pm, for QR300 Chef’s Tasting Menu with iconic grapes & signature Jamavar creations: February 21, 7pm onwards, 4-course menu for QR475 For more information and bookings: Website: https://jamavarrestaurants.com/indian-restaurant-doha/ Reservations: +974 4485 3000 Instagram: @jamavardoha
