September 01 2025 - September 15 2025
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EAT SPAIN DRINK SPAIN QATAR 2025
From October 1st to 15th, 2025, Qatar will embrace the colors and flavors of Spain during the first edition of EAT SPAIN DRINK SPAIN, an initiative by ICEX Spain Trade and Investment, as part as Spain Food Nation campaign, in collaboration with the Spanish Commercial Office in Doha. This gastronomic festival, designed to celebrate the diversity and quality of Spanish products, aims to connect Qatari food enthusiasts with Spain’s culinary richness-from iconic artisanal halal-certified Spanish embutidos to Manchego cheeses and extra virgin olive oils.
The EAT SPAIN DRINK SPAIN Festival is the first celebration of Spanish gourmet products in Qatar. It features a series of culinary events, live cooking demonstrations, tastings, promotions, and masterclasses throughout Doha's most prestigious venues, including luxury hotels, gourmet stores, and the finest restaurants in The Pearl-Qatar, Katara Cultural Village, Msheireb Downtown, and beyond.
Tailored for both partners (restaurants, distributors) and consumers, the event will feature:
- Themed menus at participating venues like, The Cellar, Lobito de Mar, BiBo Doha and Asador de Aranda, certified with the Restaurants from Spain seal.
- Exclusive tastings in supermarkets and specialty stores, featuring halal-compliant products adapted to local preferences.
- Collaborative events such as live cooking shows by Spanish chefs and guided oil pairings.
Spread the word by posting on Instagram and Facebook with the hashtag #ESDS25_Qatar, #SpainFoodNation and follow @SpainFoodWine on Instagram for updates on the EAT SPAIN DRINK SPAIN Festival.
Please do not hesitate to contact us for any enquiries. We will be more than happy to assist you in discovering the authentic flavors of Spain adapted to Qatar's sophisticated palate.
¡Buen provecho!
ON THE ROAD TO ESDS 2025
The EAT SPAIN DRINK SPAIN 2025 initiative invites restaurants, luxury hotels, gourmet stores, and importers in Qatar to join a transformative gastronomic movement. This year’s edition focuses on Spanish products tailored to Qatari tastes, featuring extra virgin olive oils from Andalucía, protected designation of origin (D.O.P.) cheeses like Artisanal Manchego, premium preserved seafood from the Cantabrian coast, and bomba rice for authentic Valencian paella. Selected partners will gain access to Spain’s most exclusive culinary treasures while adhering to Qatar’s cultural and regulatory standards.
Participants will receive visibility in ICEX Spain’s Gulf-wide digital campaign-which reached 1.2 million impressions in 2024-and specialized training webinars led by chefs experienced in GCC market trends.
Where we are
Lusail Street (Al- Isteqlal Aven), West Bay, Doha, PO Box 24616, Doha
West Bay- Zone 66 – Street 563 – Saha 93 – Villa 9
974 44 835886 Ext. 5