The Throwback Food Festival is back for its third edition at Old Doha Port, bringing all the vibes of the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s in one family-friendly celebration of Qatar’s culinary heritage 🇶🇦
The festival runs from 16 February until the end of Ramadan.
– Weekdays (Sun–Wed): 5:30 PM – 2:00 AM
– Weekends (Thu–Sat): 5:30 PM – 3:00 AM
Here’s what to expect:
– 30 participating vendors and restaurants, including selected vendors from across the Middle East
– Menus inspired by culinary traditions and flavours from past decades
– Live cooking experiences showcasing traditional recipes and preparation methods
– Cultural activations celebrating Qatari traditions and hospitality
– Traditional games and interactive entertainment inspired by earlier generations
– A dedicated traditional outdoor space where families can gather and enjoy classic television programmes and entertainment
– Dukkan — a recreation of the traditional neighbourhood shop reflecting everyday life in Qatar’s past
– Hakawati storytelling for kids, bringing history and local cuisine to life through stories
– Hakawati sessions daily at 9:00–9:30 PM and 10:00–10:30 PM
– Interactive competitions designed to engage visitors of all ages
It’s nostalgic, it’s cultural, it’s delicious — and it’s perfect for the whole family
Tag your foodie friends, plan your visit, and don’t forget to stay for the drone show magic in the Doha sky
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