The National Day Spirit
With National Day celebrations uncertain, we’ve decided to gather up some socially distant and delicious treats to make sure we can still celebrate the country we call home.
AlRayyan Hotel Doha, Curio Collection by Hilton
Mezzo Restaurant
Gather with your family and enjoy a special chef-served buffet to celebrate Qatar National Day. Sumptuous local favourites and international dishes awaits, including a spread of delectable desserts and a kids’ corner for the little ones on December 18, from 6pm to 10pm. Priced at QR150/person, including still water. Children from 6 to 12 years old gets fifty percent off, children below 6 years old are free.
GO: Call 4489 9000 for reservations and more information.
AlRayyan Hotel Doha, Curio Collection by Hilton
Moda Lounge
Entice your taste buds with Moda’s Qatari-themed afternoon tea, featuring local flavours infused with your favourite afternoon sweet and savoury treats. The lounge is open daily from 1pm to 8pm. Priced at QR150 per set, it also includes a pot of Arabic coffee or Moroccan tea, or your choice of one hot beverage.
GO: Call 4489 9000 for reservations and more information.
Al Messila, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Doha
Deli Brunch
This Qatar National Day, embrace the culinary local heritage and treat yourself and your family to a signature Deli Brunch, enhanced for the occasion with a wide selection of local specialties and an extraordinary assortment of delightful treats. Join in on December 18 from 12:30pm onwards. Prices start from QR250 per person.
GO: Call 4445 0000 or 5505 9901 for reservations and more information.
City Centre Rotana Doha
Olive Oil
P48CYY Chicken Kabsa – Homemade Arabian biryani overhead view
On this special occasion the Olive Oil kitchen prepares local specialties, including flavoursome Chicken Kabsa, Kousa Mahshi, Vegetable Salona for a Qatar National Day brunch. Indulge in local flavours on December 18 from 12:30pm to 4pm. Priced at QR185/person (includes soft drinks), QR 319/person (includes selected beverages).
GO: Call 4445 8888 or e-mail fb.citycentre@rotana.com for reservations and more information.
Hilton Doha The Pearl Residences
The Kitchen Restaurant
The National Day Friday Brunch at The Kitchen will give guests the opportunity to celebrate with others over a menu which includes imaginative breakfast-style appetisers, starter selections, main courses, which come with a choice of vegetable sides and include pasta, fish, meat, and vegetarian options before rounding off with delicious, hand-crafted desserts or an artisan mature cheese board complete with jam and honeycomb. Available on December 18, from 1pm to 4pm and priced at QR259. Kids under 6 years eat free and those between 6-12 years eat at half price.
GO: Call 4492 4610 or visit the www.kitchendoha.com for reservations and more information.
Holiday Inn Doha – the Business Park
Stock Burger Co. Doha
Indulge in the one and only Camel Burger on December 18 and we kid you not, it’ll be one of the best you’ve ever had. With double camel patties, tomato, chermoula mayonnaise, lettuce with green herbs, oriental pickles and Zaatar fries; this is a non-contemporary meal we’re all about.
GO: Call 5041 5309 for reservations and more information.
InterContinental Doha – the City
Prime Steakhouse
Meat us for Friday Brunch at Prime for a Qatar National Day extravaganza on December 18, from 12pm to 4pm. The a la carte brunch menu allows you to choose 5 exceptional dishes from a selection of appetisers, mains, and dessert and enjoy your meal with beverage offerings. Priced at QR225/person for soft beverages and QR295/person for special beverages. The brunch is also available on December 4 and 11, 2020 only.
GO: Call 4015 8888 for reservations and more information.
La Cigale Hotel, Managed by Accor
Le Cigalon
turkish lokma dessert in the wood bowl
Enjoy a taste of Qatari cuisine with a selection of local and international delicacies, mouth-watering desserts, and a lot more for this Traditional Qatar National Day Brunch on December 18 and 19. Priced at QR320, they also throw in a little celebration gift on your way out and we love presents!
GO: Call 4428 8800 for reservations and more information.
La Cigale Hotel, Managed by Accor
Orangery Café Trottoir
Indulge and enjoy a special a la carte menu filled with traditional Qatari delights from December 11 to 19. These are some delights we do not mind tucking into.
GO: Call 4428 8800 for reservations and more information.
Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl – Doha
Sawa
Sawa brunch takes you on quite the culinary journey, you’ll be treated to a selection of international favourites including pasta and paella, mixed grill, burgers and more with some great live cooking stations, and a special Qatari corner. Join in on Fridays from 12:30pm to 4:30pm. Priced at QR345, including soft beverages and QR445 including enhanced beverages. Kids age 6 to 12 years receive a 50 percent discount and kids below age 6 are free.
GO: Call 4035 5011, Whatsapp 7479 0864 or email restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com for reservations and more information.
Sharq Village & Spa, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Al Liwan Restaurant
Indulge in a National Day lunch with a 5-course menu inclusive of traditional Qatari dishes for a local culinary experience. Priced at QR99 per person inclusive of soft beverages from 12:30pm to 3:30pm on December 17.
GO: Call 4425 6666 or email dining.sharq@ritzcarlton.com for reservations and more information.
Sharq Village & Spa, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel
Beach Area
The beauty of Doha is by the sea, and what better way to celebrate the country than with a set menu inclusive of traditional Qatari dishes with Seafood BBQ & Grill. Priced at QAR 325 per person inclusive of soft beverages, from 6:30pm to 11:30pm on December 18.
GO: Call 4425 6666 or email dining.sharq@ritzcarlton.com for reservations and more information.
Sheraton Grand Doha
Al Hubara
Infused with culinary influences from around the world, Al Hubara is transformed into a feast for the eyes as it is for the palate. Priced at QR350 including soft beverages.
GO: Call 4485 4444 for reservations and more information.
Sheraton Grand Doha
La Veranda
Celebrate Qatar with an Italian feast set against a backdrop that offers vista views of the Doha skyline and the spectacular fireworks show. Dine and delight your senses!
GO: Call 4485 4444 for reservations and more information.
The Ritz-Carlton, Doha
Lagoon Garden
Create a memorable experience at Lagoon Garden’s barbecue lunch on Qatar National Day. The culinary team has curated a delicious menu with local flavours, for you to enjoy with your friends and family, with a wide selection of Arabic starters, charcoal grilled steaks and sweets. Priced at QR250 from 12pm to 4pm.
GO: Call 4484 85522 or 5599 0916 for reservations and more information.
The St. Regis Doha
Bespoke Qatar National Day Cake
Special occasions deserve special cakes! Order your beautifully designed Qatar National Day cake now. Priced at QR250 per kg on a minimum order of 3kgs. 72 hours advance ordering.
GO: Call 444 0127 for more information and orders.
The St. Regis Doha
Al Sarab Lounge
Celebrate Qatar’s 49Th National Day with a luxurious afternoon tea at Al Sarab lounge.
Indulge in a selection of beverages while savouring the exquisite variety of handcrafted savoury and sweet creations served with freshly baked scones and clotted creams along with delighted goodies on December 17 and 18, from 2pm to 7pm. Priced at QR175 per person.
GO: Call 444 0127 for reservations and more information.
The St. Regis Doha
Vine
The St. Regis Doha’s culinary team will be celebrating Qatar’s National Day with an oriented themed buffet highlighting Qatar’s traditional dishes on December 18, from 6pm to 11pm. Pricing starts from QR295 per person.
GO: Call 444 0127 for reservations and more information.
The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa
Heavenly Spa
Indulge in a Qatar National Day sweet display at the Luxe Lounge from December 15 to 18 and take home some national day spirit with the Qatar National Day Hampers for QR280.
GO: Call 3359 8514 for reservations and more information.
Marriott Marquis City Center Doha
Crossroads Kitchen
Why not indulge in a traditional meal this National Day with your beloved ones? The a la carte menu includes local favourites such as the much-loved chicken machboos, Arabic mixed grill, sweet umm ali, luqeimat, and cheese kunafa. Priced from QR25 per dish on December 18 from 12pm to 10pm.
GO: Call or Whatsapp 6643 6890 for reservations and more information.
Marriott Marquis City Center Doha
West End Café
Celebrate the 49th Qatar National Day in style with an assortment of Arabic delights such as umm ali, cheese kunafa, and more complemented with aromatic karak tea or coffee. What better way to celebrate the proud occasion of the country this December 18 from 1pm to 5pm. Priced at QR49 per person.
GO: Call or Whatsapp 6643 6890 for reservations and more information.
