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Posted On: 8 February 2024 05:00 pm
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9 things to check out at Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) 2024

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Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) returns again this year, bringing a celebration of gastronomy and entertainment to the people of Qatar. Visitors will enjoy a world of experiences and flavors centered around culture and food.

The ILoveQatar.net (ILQ) team visited QIFF 2024 and is here to tell you what to check out for your visit!

How to reach Qatar International Food Festival 2024?

QIFF 2024
Image credit: QIFF

Qatar International Food Festival 2024 is held at the Family Zone of the Expo 2023 Doha in Al Bidda Park. The Family Zone is the central area of Expo 2023 Doha, between International Zone and Cultural Zone.

There are two entrances to the festival which are the Red Road Gate on the corner of Majlis al Taawoon Street & Mohammad bin Thani Street, and the Rumaila Gate on the corner of Majlis al Taawoon Street & Al Rumailah Street.

Where to park

The nearest parking areas to QIFF 2024 is Al Corniche South Parking (P5) or Al Corniche North Parking (P6).

Doha Metro

The nearest metro station to QIFF 2024 is the Corniche Metro Station, which is a 10-minute walk to the festival.

Things to check out at Qatar International Food Festival 2024

QIFF 2024
So many stalls to choose from!

QIFF 2024 welcomes visitors to an open area full of food options, activations, and entertainment zones!

1. Explore over 100 food and beverage kiosks

QIFF 2024
Satisfy every craving or try something new at QIFF 2024!

This year's QIFF brings together different cuisines, flavors, and fusions for a gastronomic festival! You'll find local favorites as well as new eateries from all over the world serving delicacies for the first time in Qatar!

There is also a dedicated section of the festival serving plant-based dishes for vegan foodies.

There are plenty of seating areas as well all around the space so you'll be able to enjoy your meals comfortably!

2. Torba Market

Torba Market QIFF 2024
Check out local businesses and fresh produce!

One of Qatar's favorite weekend markets has opened up at QIFF 2024! Torba Market brings a selection of its pop-up vendors including cafes, farms, and small businesses for visitors to enjoy.

3. Heenat Salma Bazaar

Heenat Salma Bazaar QIFF 2024
So much to explore at Heenat Slama Bazaar!

The Heenat Salma Bazaar gives QIFF 2024 visitors cultural experiences and workshops in a boho-chic environment. You'll find organic, farm products for purchase here, too! Some workshops to check out are herbal bundle workshop, palm weaving workshop, pottery workshop, and more!

4. talabat activation

Talabat QIFF 2024
Don't miss out on all the fun at the Talabat booth!

The talabat booth offers fun food-themed photo booths, free face paintings, and games where you can win vouchers! This is definitely a great place to commemorate your QIFF 2024 experience.

5. Dinner in the Sky

Dinner in the sky
Would you like to experience dining in the sky?

QIFF brings back the popular Dinner in the Sky! Enjoy a truly unique dining experience suspended in the air with impeccable views and delicious dishes. Choose from high tea, sunset flight, dinner in the sky, and midnight flight!

Get more details here - Dinner in the Sky

6. Live entertainment at the QIFF Stage

QIFF 2024 stage
Witness performance acts the whole family will enjoy!

Head over to the QIFF Stage and enjoy live acts, from kids' shows, and DJs, to musical performances! There are also bean bag chairs available for comfortable seating.

7. Cooking theatre

QIFF Cooking Theatre
Image credit: QIFF

Witness world-class local and international chefs demonstrate their skill and craft as they create delicacies and dishes for the crowd to learn and enjoy.

There are also scheduled workshops and activities for all ages, such as cake decoration for kids, blind tasting competitions, creating your own wrap workshop, and so much more!

8. Roaming mascots and performers

Mascots and performers
Don't miss taking cool photos with the roaming performers!

Adding to the lively atmosphere at QIFF are the roaming mascots and performers ready to entertain the little ones and pose for photos.

9. Daily paramotor fireworks show

End your QIFF experience and watch the paramotor fireworks show light up the skies with spectacular colors and sparks happening every night of the festival at 9 pm.

Details

  • Dates: 7 - 17 February 2024
  • Location: Family Zone Area, Expo 2023 Doha, Al Bidda Park
  • Price: Free
  • QIFF 2024 timings:
    • Sunday to Wednesday - 4 pm to 11 pm
    • Thursday to Saturday - 4 pm to 12 am
  • Paramotor fireworks show: Daily at 9 pm

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