QH Magazine - February 2024

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FEBRUARY 2024

THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN QATAR

February 2024 | QH | 1 Infocus

From the desk

Universally, February is the month of love and in Qatar, it is the month to highlight Qatar Happening

on the cover February 2024 our team FEBRUARY 2024 THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN QATAR Contact Us Email: info@innov8.qa FOR MARKETING AND ADVERTISING: Email: a.haroon@innov8.qa m.parmar@innov8.qa Call: +974 55692471 +974 33325038 MANAGING EDITORS Azqa Haroon Manu Prmar SENIOR EDITOR Aparajita Mukherjee DEPUTY EDITOR & DIGITAL OFFICER Sara Naveed CONTRIBUTOR Sidra Ramay
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February 2024 | QH | 5 Infocus February 2024 39 initiatives 32 52 54 Sneak Peek
Moments
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CONTENTS
Fitness Zest 6 | QH | February 2024
Their hows to health 8 regional active you!
Rita Dahdah Fawaz (Qatar) Xiomara Henriquez (Qatar) Elizaveta Merkusheva (UAE) Michael & Vivienne Addo (UAE)
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“Movement is medicine and a blessing, and I must stay healthy for my commit to your featured on YouTube, engage in feel stronger, move faster, and @riri_dada
@traindaily

consistency is a victory, and every challenge

the foundation of

@arafas.world

body, mental clarity, grateful for this @sanaishere.1

“Being a mother of can achieve our goals

8 | QH | February 2024 Fitness Zest
Sana Fatima (Qatar) Charles Uzochukwu Anyanwu (KSA) Arafa Alhammadi (Qatar)

A journey of holistic transformation, renewal & rejuvenation

unique blend of ancient Arabic Islamic medicine and modern wellness practices, which makes its approach to heal the body, mind and spirit, truly pioneering, says Manu Prmar.

Wellness Choice

The three-day transformational journey and beauty treatments, and many more

that not only embraced the beauty of the essence of the human mind, body, and

Home away from home

and nutritious dishes across four dining relies on eating healthy that is essential

energised and reinvigorated after my three

The look and feel

the retreat lingers, and the resort is highly transformative retreat that blends ancient

Wellness Choice

DJWE: A melting pot of jewellery excellence

Over two decades, Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition (DJWE) has evolved from a vision of unity under Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani in 1978 to a prestigious exhibition showcasing top local and international jewellery brands.

12 | QH | February 2024 News Nuggets

First-ever sports watch with retrograde display

Overseas self-winding collection

Overseas self-winding: Radiant elegance

featuring interchangeable bracelets and a

The patrimony retrograde: A blend of elegance and innovation

Traditionnelle: Majestic green sunburst dial

February 2024 | QH | 13 News Nuggets
Vacheron Constantin Joins DJWE 2024

beauty, subtle tints

Introducing Gucci Beauty's new Gloss à Lèvres, adding a perfect, subtle tint that complements

sensual beauty with the captivating new campaign visuals.

Board
Fashion
14 | QH | February 2024

Discover your personal Coach holiday gift guide

thoughtful tokens of appreciation for your loved ones. Smart, utilitarian, upmarket elegance – all rolled in one! The sheen and shine in metallic leather can be perfect for some while a plain simple baguette bag can appeal to others!

Fashion Board
Tabby 20 shoulder bag in metallic leather
16 | QH | February 2024

Dive into the timeless allure of masculine style with our Fall Winter 2024 Men's Collection – a Free Soul Call. Inspired by the structured and powerful shapes of the 1980s sartorial world, experience a contemporary, embodies the spirit of Brunello Cucinelli.

Fall into style: Explore the timeless men’s collection for FW 2024

18 | QH | February 2024
Board
Fashion

Quick Bite

Small Plate

Kid Goat Shami Kebab and Scallop Moilee

Unique in its food approach, Jamavar Doha in Sheraton is a pan-Indian restaurant dishing out authentic recipes.

On The Go

20 | QH | February 2024 Food Byte
immersively!
Palak Patte Ki Chaat Rampuri Murgh Dum Biryani

Quick Bite

To savour

The Rider at the Fuwairit Kite Beach, a casual dining restaurant, adds zing to a range of palatable dishes to energise

Chef Recommends Hot Platter On The Go

Oriental

Combo

Sweeth Tooth

Atlantic

Food Byte
mesclun, onions, and feta cheese tossed in that gives it a beautiful caramel Orange-Beets Salad Mixed Grill Platter Salmon San Sebastian
February 2024 | QH | 21
Chef Mohamad authenticates flavourful fusion cuisine to tickle the guests’ tastebuds
Fine dining at its crescendo
invite you to savor the magic of vibrant ambiance Sous Chef at El Cedro Lounge - Vanessa Martinez Sous chef Arash Droodmand Food Byte Quick Bite @ El Cedro Lounge Chef Recommends @ Parisa Restaurant Hot Plates @ Iris Doha sauce Pantacones
Gosht e Parisa Lobster & StoneGrilled Shrimps 22 | QH | February 2024
Executive chef Mert Duran I
Chelo

For authentic Lebanese cuisine

Quick Bite

Ahwet Zeitouna in St. Regis Marsa Arabia Island, Doha brings a distilled Levant dining experience – just for you!

On The Go

Zaatar and Cheese Sajj Jabalieh Salad Fattet kebbeh

February 2024 | QH | 23 Food Byte
Chef Recommends Hot Platter
Hummus Falafel

Cooking up memories!

OPA Doha in St. Regis is the go-to place if Greek cuisine beckons!

The

Dolmadakia

24 | QH | February 2024 Food Byte
Chef Recommends On
Go Hot Platter Quick Bite
Spinach Pie Lobster Linguine Beef Tartare
Chef Timothy Newton

For extraordinary dining journeys... Morimoto ignites culinary passion, fusing tradition and innovation.

Food Byte
February 2024 | QH | 25
Quick Bite On The Go Hot Platter Chef Recommends Hamachi Tacos Salmon Combo Robata Selection Tuna Pizza

Where food graduates to exotica...

Four Seasons Doha is a crucible of food from across the world. Two food stalwarts from two taste segments share their fave dishes, taking food, as they do, to

Chef Edgar Hurtado from Four Seasons’ Latin-American restaurant Curiosa by Jean-Georges gives his take:

Quick Bite

Chef Recommends

Shrimp Ceviche Agua Diablo Charred Octopus

Hot Platter

Roasted

Food Byte 26 | QH | February 2024
Chef Andrew Bozoki from Nobu Doha gives his take:

Fine dining, Chinese way!

Hot Platter

Smoked eight treasure duck

In celebration of Chinese New Year, Year of the Dragon, Hakkasan Doha in St. Regis has coughed up a special spread till February 24th!

Chef Recommends

Wishes of Prosperity dim sum duo featuring

On The Go

Wild red king prawn with braised dragon beard noodles

February 2024 | QH | 27 Food Byte

Water conservation and Qatar’s solutions to water scarcity

Despite 71 percent of the Earth’s surface being covered by water, its scarcity is one of the most ecosystems.

Qatar’s scenario

First Person
28 | QH | February 2024
at Lusail University

Talking To

Interspersing education with broader cocurricular initiatives

32 | QH | February 2024
Qatar Foundation

QH on its various steps to build global citizens in Qatar Foundation.

QH: leadership in its social/extracurricular initiatives?

Tamimi: student engagement and success, a model that ensures a continual

QH: What strategies will QF prioritise to enhance academic excellence in its educational ecosystem?

Tamimi:

from various nationalities, cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic

QH: What role do social/extracurricular activities ecosystem?

Tamimi: goes beyond conventional education, integrating various

QH: Talk us through 5 things that you will implement

Tamimi:

QH: initiatives prepare individuals for local and global impact?

Tamimi:

Short Shots

Favourite travel destination: Mombasa, Kenya

Most favourite book: Talent is Overrated: What Really Separates World-Class Performers from Everybody Else by

Most favourite meal: Machbous

Best advice received:

Favourite unwinding method after a long day:

February 2024 | QH | 33 Talking To

At the helm: QH’s conversation with Radisson Blu Hotel

Doha’s GM

QHinterviews

Emre Kocamustafaogullari

General Manager of Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha. Emre, who runs the operations of 583 rooms, 14 food and beverage outlets, 11 meetings and event venues including vast health club services discusses the strategies, hurdles, and achievements that have contributed to the hotel's remarkable success.

34 | QH | February 2024
To
Talking

terms of their careers but also individually

Innovation hub role remodeling the Food and Beverage,

Short Shots

Favourite travel destination: Riding

Most favourite book: Kemal

Most favourite meal:

Best advice received:

of the hotel, Kocamustafaogullari informs,

dynamic hospitality sector

Favourite method of unwinding after a long day:

February 2024 | QH | 35 Talking To
Manager, Radisson Blu Hotel,
36 | QH | February 2024 Chef Take

I highlight my emotions to guests in each dish I prepare

Chef Fabio Fioravanti, the newly appointed executive sous chef, at Park Hyatt Doha, in conversation with Sara Naveed, talks about his 16 years of culinary expertise, and

QH: What drew you to the culinary world, and how

Fioravanti:

QH: Can you highlight a signature dish that embodies

Fioravanti:

QH: How do you plan to craft an immersive dining experience at Park Hyatt Doha?

Fioravanti:

QH: culinary scene?

Fioravanti:

QH: Could you share a memorable kitchen moment

Fioravanti:

Short Shots

Favourite travel destination:

Most favourite book: The Devil in the Kitchen by Marco

Most favourite meal:

Best advice received: you really believe in them

Unwinding method after a long day:

February 2024 | QH | 37 Chef Take

Jiwan showcases Qatar’s

In conversation with QH, head chef of Jiwan Restaurant, Morgan Perrigaud talks us through his own culinary journey and what Jiwan has added to Doha’s gastronomic milieu.

QH: Share your culinary journey from Saint-Malo to Jiwan. How have Michelin-starred restaurants

Perrigaud:

QH: How do you blend Mediterranean and Middle dishes?

Perrigaud:

QH: Balancing innovation and French culinary tradition is challenging. How do you maintain that equilibrium?

Perrigaud:

QH: distinguish itself, and what role do local ingredients play in your menu?

Perrigaud:

Short Shots

Favourite travel destination: Britanny, France

Most favourite book: The only light we cannot see by

Most favourite Jiwan dish:

Best advice received: Be humble

Favourite unwinding method after a long day:

38 | QH | February 2024 Chef Take

A tranquil spa experience at Maysan Doha

Embark on Azqa Haroon's tranquil journey as she delves

Spa Talk
Find It: Call: February 2024 | QH | 39

WCM-Q’s LifeHub Pavilion demonstrates links between health, sustainability & technology

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar’s (WCM-Q) LifeHub Pavilion at Expo 2023 Doha highlighted the potential of a future in which innovation, R&D and AI drive improvements in both human health and environmental sustainability.

40 | QH | February 2024 Sustainability

Hto create a healthier, more sustainable future for the younger generation,

February 2024 | QH | 41 Sustainability

Celebrating love, Thai-style

Nestled within The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa, Sabai Thai promises a sensory journey through the vibrant and authentic taste of Thailand. Azqa Haroon, our food explorer, immersed in Sabai Thai's gastronomic delights.

Foody Tales
42 | QH | February 2024
February 2024 | QH | 43 Foody Tales
A tour of royal Thai cuisine Celebrate togetherness
Here’s what I loved at Sabai Thai... Appetisers: Salads: Soups: Mains: Desserts: Find It: Sabai Thai, The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa Call: +974 3359 8514
Parting note

Opa Doha: A pageantry of Greek tang and relish!

Nestled within the St. Regis Doha, Opa captures the essence of Greece with its harmonious blend of traditional and modern Greek cuisine. Led by and vibrant ambience that make Opa a unique culinary destination.

44 | QH | February 2024 Foody Tales

HBrunch extravaganza

Epicurean delights unveiled

Transitioning to the starters, the green salad and Authentic Greek zing

The sweet tooth

The end note

February 2024 | QH | 45 Foody Tales
Find It: Opa, St. Regis Doha Call: +974 4042 0909

Radisson Blu Doha

Ladies night delights

Find It: Call:

Four Seasons Hotel Doha

Seasons Lounge

Find It: Call:

St. Regis Marsa Arabia Island – The Pearl Qatar

SAX Room with Soul: Brunch bliss Find It: Call: Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel

Romantic delight under the moonlight Find

Le Meridien City Center, Doha, Qatar Journey to Morocco

46 | QH | February 2024 Food Listings
It: Call/WhatsApp:
Savour the midweek feast Find It: Call/WhatsApp: Sheraton Grand Doha evenings Find It: Call/WhatsApp:
indulge in authentic tagines, couscous, Find It: Call/WhatsApp:

Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha

Global gastronomy delight:

chefs in action at the live station and relish a variety of dishes, including unlimited

Find It:

Call/WhatsApp:

Intercontinental Doha Beach & Spa

Sparkling moments in every sip

Indulge in an enhanced version of your

Le Royal Méridien Doha

Celebrate love with a

Immerse yourself in a romantic culinary

Find It: Call:

Find It:

Call/WhatsApp:

Mandarin Oriental Doha

Romantic delights at Aqua Find It: Call:

48 | QH | February 2024 Food Listings
February 2024 | QH | 49 Food Listings
Find It: Call: The Ritz Carlton Doha Italian night every Thursday Find It: Call: St. Regis Marsa Arabia Island Doha Celebrate love available indoors and outdoors starting Find It Call/WhatsApp: The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa Experience romance in every bite Find It: Call:
Mondrian Doha

Radisson Blu Doha Find It:

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Four Seasons Hotel Doha

Folia delights: Plant-based bliss at Après Spa Café Find It: Call:

Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel

Hammam harmony: Serene Find It: Call:

Sheraton Grand Doha

Full moon yoga: Illuminate your practice with a gulf view Find It: Call:

Le Meridien City Center Doha

signature treatments Find it:

Call/WhatsApp:

Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha

Unwind and extend: Swedish massage special

Call/WhatsApp:

Le Royal Méridien Doha

Luxurious skin revitalisation

50 | QH | February 2024
Spa Listings
February 2024 | QH | 51 Spa Listings
It:
Find It: Call:
Find It: Call: The Ritz Carlton Doha New year, new glow Find It Call: St. Regis Marsa Arabia Island Doha
escapes at the adults
Find It: Call/WhatsApp: The Westin
& Spa Winter bliss couples
and
Find It: Call/WhatsApp:
Find
Call: Mandarin Oriental Doha Revitalise your body with intelligent movement treatment circulation, and enhanced overall mobility, Find It: Call: Mondrian Doha Refresh your skin with Dermalux-led facial rejuvenation
Intercontinental Doha Beach & Spa body and soul
Serene
pool
Doha Hotel
experience touch
soothing scents of cinnamon and

Classic elegance, modern performance

The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class blends tradition and modernity, carrying on the classic E-Class model history while connecting to the avant-garde style of Mercedes-Benz EQs. With classic three-box sedan proportions, it features a short front overhang, a long bonnet, and a well-set-back greenhouse.

The exterior

the illuminated radiator grille to the dynamically styled rear end

sliding sunroof enhances the feeling of freedom and brightness

On Wheelz
52 | QH | February 2024

Safety and assistance systems

The interior equipment

Digital features

Pre-SAFE systems and safety

Equipment highlights

More climate comfort

Wheelz
On
February 2024 | QH | 53

Qatar kite festival 2024: A colourful skyward spectacle

The Qatar Kite Festival 2024 unfolded as a vibrant tapestry of creativity and cultural celebration, painting the Doha skyline with a breathtaking display of colourful kites. Taking place at the historic Old Doha Port from January 25 to February 3, 2024, this 10-day extravaganza transformed iconic locations, including Doha Port, Sealine Beach, Expo 2023 Doha in Al Bidda Park, and Lusail Marina, into stunning canvases with a myriad of kites.

Sports Buzz
54 | QH | February 2024

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