Discovering the Flavours of Qatar: A 7-Day Gastronomy Tour

This itinerary is a 7-day Qatar food tour, focusing on exploring the local cuisine and dining scene. The tour includes visits to traditional markets, seafood markets, cultural villages, and various restaurants and bakeries offering Qatari and international cuisine. Additionally, there is an opportunity to take a Qatari cooking class to learn how to prepare traditional dishes. The itinerary offers a diverse range of dining experiences, from traditional Qatari breakfasts to fusion cuisine, and includes both high-end and casual dining options.

Day 1: Arrival in Doha

Arrive in Doha and check into your hotel
Visit Souq Waqif, a traditional market that offers an array of local and international cuisine
Enjoy a dinner at one of the many restaurants at Souq Waqif and sample some traditional Qatari dishes like Machboos, a spiced rice dish, or Balaleet, a sweet vermicelli dessert.

Day 2: Breakfast at Al Aker Sweets and Lunch at Al Sultan Brahim

Start your day with a traditional Qatari breakfast at Al Aker Sweets, famous for their Omani Halwa and other Middle Eastern sweets.
For lunch, visit Al Sultan Brahim, a Lebanese restaurant located at The Pearl-Qatar, which offers a variety of seafood dishes such as grilled prawns, lobster, and fish.

Day 3: Spice Market and Dinner at Al Mourjan

Visit the Spice Market to learn about the various spices and herbs used in Qatari cuisine
For dinner, head to Al Mourjan, a restaurant that offers a fusion of Arabic and Mediterranean cuisine, and enjoy a meal with a view of the Doha skyline.

Day 4: Katara Cultural Village and Lunch at L’wzaar Seafood Market

Visit the Katara Cultural Village, which offers a variety of dining options that showcase local and international cuisine.
For lunch, head to L’wzaar Seafood Market, which is known for its fresh seafood that you can select from the market and have cooked to your liking.

Day 5: Breakfast at Al Rawnaq Bakery and Dinner at Parisa

Start your day with a visit to Al Rawnaq Bakery, known for its traditional Qatari breakfast items like Karak tea and Shakshouka.
For dinner, visit Parisa, a Persian restaurant located at the Souq Waqif, which offers a variety of kebabs, stews, and rice dishes.

Day 6: Cooking Class and Dinner at Elements

Take a Qatari cooking class to learn how to prepare traditional Qatari dishes, followed by a meal where you can enjoy the fruits of your labor.
For dinner, visit Elements, a restaurant located at the Four Seasons Hotel, which offers a fusion of Asian and Western cuisine.

Day 7: Brunch at the Torch Tea Garden and Farewell Dinner at the Four Seasons

Enjoy a brunch at the Torch Tea Garden, located at the Torch Doha Hotel, which offers a variety of breakfast items and pastries.
For your farewell dinner, visit the Four Seasons Hotel, which offers a variety of dining options ranging from traditional Qatari cuisine to international dishes.