July in Doha means one thing: finding reasons to leave the air conditioning. This month’s dining hit list is doing exactly that, with four spots earning a place in my rotation. Mykonos at the InterContinental Doha is serving up Greek island energy without the flight, Liang’s has the potential to become the best new happy hour in town, ADRIFT by Anda has nailed an Aperitivo Classico that actually tastes a little like Italy and not a hotel’s idea of it, and Mila’s Torba brunch is the kind of lazy, long-table family weekend ritual Doha needed more of. Whether you’re after a sunset cocktail, a laid back weekend lunch, or somewhere…
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Your May 2022 Doha Dining Hit List – Where to Eat and Drink in Qatar this Month
Hello May! You’re here and looking glorious. And with Ramadan behind us, the Summer stretching ahead, it’s time to explore some of the ever-expanding options around Doha this month. A new Aussie bar, revisiting a couple of old favorites and a shiny and fun Teppanyaki joint – something for everyone. So here is your May 2022 Doha dining hit list – the best places to eat and drink around town this month. Read to the end for some upcoming events and openings to take note of. Isaan Friday Brunch I tried to remember the last time I ate at Isaan and let me just say, it has been some time.…
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Where You Should be Eating and Drinking in Doha in July 2021
For those staying here or maybe flitting in and out (is that still a thing?), here is my hit list for where you should be eating and drinking in Doha in July 2021. July – the most challenging month in many ways – heat, humidity…the usual. But things are looking up – the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions continues and life is kind of returning to normal. At least these top picks will keep you entertained and well fed! From newly opened gems to some great happy hour deals – it’s all here: Ninja Ramen You don’t need to settle for Wagamama’s average ramen anymore, Ninja Ramen has opened in Najma…
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Five Places to Eat Out in Doha from 28 May
Deja vu – seems like it was just last week when we had this discussion. I know you all have your own places you are planning to hit, but here are the places I can’t wait to eat out at when 28 May comes around. Five five star hotels were allowed to open their restaurants for in-house guests as a way to test their processes before the big opening. But for 28 May, phase one (at this stage) will mean: Outdoor dining is allowed at 30% capacity for all restaurants, and 30% indoor (for vaccinated clients only) capacity for restaurants that are part of the Qatar Clean program Maintain shopping…
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5 Doha Happy Hours To Ease You Back into Things
So here we are folks – the back end of Qatar’s COVID-19 lockdown and we can get out and about – in a safe manner. So where to find a Doha happy hour to ease you back into things? I’ve got you covered! 1. La Mar Sunset Hours With its unbeatable location, sexy interiors and fabulous food, La Mar’s late week Sunset Hours are the perfect way to slide into the weekend. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 4pm to 7pm the menu includes small plates to share like their famed cebiches, empanadas and causas. Be sure to seek out their seafood laden take on Peruvian pizza. Drinks start from QR45…
