Ooredoo’s global brand ambassador and football hero Lionel ‘Leo’ Messi is coming to visit Qatar next week to launch a new global initiative. The company is working with Messi and the Messi Foundation on a number of key projects to make a difference across Ooredoo’s markets. The first in the series of initiatives will focus […]
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STOMP Live in Qatar
One of the wildest, most dynamic and most entertaining theatre shows of all time, STOMP will make its Doha debut. STOMP is a percussion group (originating in Brighton, UK) that uses the body and ordinary objects to create a physical theatre performance. On the road for 20 years, STOMP has roamed the stages of is […]
Mashawi Now Open in Doha, Qatar
Mashawi Qatar has opened this week in the country for the first time, serving authentic Arabic cuisine in one of Doha’s most popular areas, Salwa Road, near the Midmac Roundabout. Inspired by the classics of the Levant region and especially the rich flavours of Lebanon, the restaurant is set to make a mark amongst Doha’s […]
Potential of Creating ‘The Hanging Gardens of Doha’
A vision for developing Doha’s own hanging gardens, like the fabled gardens of Babylon, using green architecture, or ‘biotecture,’ was the topic of discussion and debate at a Qatar Green Building Council (QGBC) seminar this week. In a keynote presentation, renowned international architect and urban planner Edouard Francois outlined his vision for sustainable building that […]
The Script Live in Qatar
The multi-platinum Irish rock band The Script will be performing live in Doha, Qatar for the first time this weekend Having sold more than four million albums and nine million singles, The Script will be making their first appearance in Doha. Formed in 2001 in Ireland, the all-boys band signed to Sony Label Group imprint Phonogenic […]
First Six Students Will Graduate From CMU-Q’s Biological Sciences Programme
The biological sciences programme, which welcomed its first six students in 2011, is set to mark the graduation of its first undergraduate class. CMU-Q’s bachelor of science degree in biological sciences is a rigorous, quantitative course of study that requires substantial laboratory experience. This equips students for biological sciences graduate programmes, medical school or careers […]
First Holiday Inn to Open in Qatar
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the world’s largest hotel group by number of rooms, is to open Qatar’s first ever Holiday Inn hotel, Holiday Inn Doha – The Business Park, following a deal signed on Monday 29 April 2013 with Trans Orient Establishment. The new-build hotel will be located just two kilometres from Doha International Airport […]
‘Disney on Ice’ Coming to Qatar this Summer
Marhaba was invited to the press conference at the QNCC, where the famous Mickey Mouse was at attendance. Disney on Ice is coming to Qatar with seven shows from 13 to 16 June 2013 at the Qatar National Convention Center (QNCC). Organised by Sports and Entertainment Solutions (SES) in association with Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA), […]
Qatar’s First Perfume Exhibition This May
Joining hands with Qatar Tourism Authority, White Hands Media, a communications and media company in Qatar, is organising Qatar’s first perfume exhibition, from 16 May to 19 May 2013 at the Doha Exhibition Center, bringing leading local, regional and international perfume brands together to promote the perfume industry as one of the mainstream businesses in […]
MoI Launched Surveillance Cameras at Intersections
The Ministry of Interior launched the ‘Traffic Surveillance Systems for Intersections’ on Thursday 25 April 2013 at National Command Centre (NCC) in the presence of the Minister of State for Interior Affairs HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani. The Director of Security Systems Department Major Jassim Abdul Raheem Al Sayed, said: The […]
Patagonia, the first Argentinean Cuisine in Qatar, Opens at The Pearl-Qatar
Patagonia, a new destination for authentic Argentinean cuisine officially opened on Tuesday 23 April 2013 at The Pearl-Qatar at an exclusive evening. Located at 31 La Croisette Porto Arabia, Patagonia offers quality traditional Argentinean food with a high level of service at an affordable price. Signature dishes include empanadas, premium meat cuts and the well […]
Qatar Opens the First Ultra-low Energy Villa
Baytna experiment to test Passivhaus standards for housing in GCC’s hot, arid climate Following months of planning, design and construction, Qatar Green Building Council (QGBC), Kahramaa and Barwa Real Estate Group (BRE) are celebrating the completion of Qatar’s first Passivhaus. The Passivhaus, meaning ‘passive house’ in English, villa is an ultra-low energy building, derived from […]
Harley-Davidson Doha Launches New Bikes
Harley-Davidson Doha launched its latest motorcycles for the year 2013 with the urban prowler, Harley-Davidson Breakout, and the special edition of the Harley-Davidson Dyna-based, Street Bob, at the company’s showroom located on Salwa Road with the presence of the Harley-Davidson Owners Group (H.O.G.) Qatar Chapter and members of the media. Robert Andrew Kelly, Harley-Davidson Doha […]
QMA Launched Shuttle Bus Between MIA and Mathaf
Qatar Museums Authority (QMA) launched a free shuttle bus service called the Mathaf Shuttle Bus service, which will operate between the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) and Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art. Sponsored by Occidental Petroleum of Qatar (Qxy Qatar), the service aims to increase awareness and patronage of Mathaf in addition to adding […]
The Closet Opens at The Pearl-Qatar
The multi-brand boutique, The Closet, has officially opened at one Qatar’s most high-end shopping spots, The Pear-Qatar, on Saturday 20 April 2013. Founded in 2008, The Closet established itself as a leading fashion boutique in Qatar catering for several prestigious international designers such as Naeem Khan, Marchesa, Christian Siriano, Mary Katrantzou, and Peter Pilotto. Their […]
Al Sanbouk Fish Market Opens at Al Jasra Boutique Hotel
Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels, a collection of five-star luxury boutique hotels in Souq Waqif, inaugurated Al Sanbouk Fish Market, a seafood restaurant in Al Jasra Boutique Hotel. The restaurant was officially inaugurated by HE Juma Rashed Al Dhaheri, Ambassador of United Arab Emirates in Qatar. The opening was attended by diplomats representing the embassies of […]
The Inauguration of Ezdan Mall
The much-anticipated opening of Ezdan Mall, located in Al Gharrafa opposite of Landmark Mall, took place on Monday 15 April 2013 at noon where over 100 trainees from ‘Shafallah Center for children with special needs’ were honoured guests at the shopping mall’s inauguration. The trainees from Shafallah Center unveiled a plaque commemorating the formal opening […]
Ooredoo Launches Qatar’s First 4G Network
Ooredoo announced the official launch of its 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network, bringing the country’s fastest-ever Mobile Broadband experience to life. Ooredoo is launching the service on a phased basis, with 4G speeds initially available in Doha and the Sealine district, and plans are in place to add to the total number of towers […]
Outback Steakhouse Opens in Qatar
With the opening of its first store in Qatar, the Outback Steakhouse adds to the casual dining market in Doha. Located at the Lagoona Mall in West Bay, the Outback draws the fresh spirit from the vast Australian outback, and inspires every single dish. For steak lovers, for connoisseur’s of good food and for all […]
Nominee for Time Out ‘Best Newcomer’ Award 2013 Offers Scrumptious Fare
La Varenne have been nominated for ‘Best Newcomer’ for the Time Out Awards 2013. Winners will be announced on 1 May 2013. Breakfast That said, take the time out over the week to enjoy breakfast at La Varenne, located in Tornado Tower. This traditional French brasserie offers a sumptuous mid-morning menu and allows you to […]
