Qatar International Food Festival; enjoy the varied experiences of cuisine and culture

This year, the Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) is back, offering the people of Qatar a festival of entertainment and cuisine. A universe of flavours and experiences centred around cuisine and culture awaits visitors. The Qatar International Food Festival 2024 takes place at Al Bidda Park's Family Zone during Expo 2023 Doha. Between the International Zone and the Cultural Zone, in the middle of Expo 2023 Doha, lies the Family Zone.

The Red Road Gate, located at the intersection of Majlis al Taawoon Street and Mohammad bin Thani Street, and the Rumaila Gate, situated at the intersection of Majlis al Taawoon Street and Al Rumailah Street, are the two entrances to the event.Al Corniche North Parking (P6) and Al Corniche South Parking (P5) are the closest parking lots to QIFF 2024.The Corniche Metro Station is the closest metro station to QIFF 2024; it's a 10-minute walk from the event.

Visitors are greeted by QIFF 2024 in an open space brimming with dining options, entertainment venues, and activities:

• One of Qatar's favorite weekend markets, Torba Market, has opened up at QIFF 2024, bringing with it a selection of its pop-up vendors including cafes, farms, and small businesses for visitors to enjoy.
• The talabat booth has free face painting, activities where you may win coupons and entertaining picture booths with culinary themes. This is undoubtedly a wonderful location to remember your time at QIFF 2024.
• Visitors to QIFF 2024 may enjoy seminars and cultural events in a bohemian-chic setting at the Heenat Salma Bazaar. Additionally, you may buy organic farm items here! Herbal bundle workshops, palm weaving workshops, pottery workshops, and more are worth checking out.
• This year's QIFF is a culinary festival that brings together a variety of tastes, fusions, and cuisines. New restaurants from all over the world as well as local favourites serving delicacies that are being sampled for the first time may be found in Qatar. There is a dedicated vegan section of the event for individuals who prefer plant-based food. There are many sitting spots around the area for the comfort of visitors.
• Savour a genuinely distinctive dining encounter perched above the ground with stunning vistas and delectable cuisine with Dinner in the Sky. Pick between a midnight flight, supper in the skies, high tea, and sunset flight.
• Tickets to Dinner in the Sky: https://events.q-tickets.com/qatar/eventdetails/5930039784/dinner-in-the-sky-at-qiff
• The wandering mascots and entertainers at QIFF, who are eager to amuse the little ones and pose for pictures, add to the exciting mood.
• Every night at 9 pm throughout the event, watch as the paramotor fireworks show lights up the skies with breathtaking colours and sparks.
• Visit the QIFF Stage to see live performers, including DJs, musical acts, and children's entertainment. Additionally, bean bag chairs are offered for comfortable sitting.
• Watch top-notch local and international chefs at Cooking theatre produce delicacies and foods that the public can learn about and enjoy, showcasing their expertise and craft.
• For every age group, there are also planned workshops and events, like kid-friendly cake decorating, blind-tasting contests, a make-your-own-wrap workshop, and much more.

Event Details:

Dates: 7 - 17 February 2024

QIFF 2024 timings: Sunday to Wednesday - 4 pm to 11 pm

                               Thursday to Saturday - 4 pm to 12 am

Location: Family Zone Area, Expo 2023 Doha, Al Bidda Park

Price: Free

Paramotor fireworks show: Daily at 9 pm