The Economic and Commercial Office of the Embassy of Spain in Doha, in collaboration with ICEX Spain Trade & Investment, announces the first edition of Eat Spain Drink Spain in Qatar. The campaign will take place from October 1–15, 2025, bringing Spain’s cultural and culinary richness to Doha through a series of exclusive events, tastings, and promotions.
Previously held with great success in the United Kingdom, Germany, EEUU and Singapore, Eat Spain Drink Spain has established itself as a global showcase of Spain’s tradition of culinary excellence. The Qatar edition marks the campaign’s entry into the Middle East, reinforcing Spain’s position as a gastronomical reference and strengthening ties with the Qatari hospitality industry.
Over 15 days, residents and visitors in Doha will enjoy a curated program hosted at luxury hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, and gourmet stores. Participating venues will offer Spanish-inspired menus, pairings, tastings, and cultural activations designed to highlight the diversity and quality of Spanish products.
H.E. Dr, Álvaro Renedo Zalba, Ambassador of Spain to Qatar, stated:
“Spanish gastronomy is among the finest in the world. It is proud hallmark of our culture and a key component of our soft power (…) I have no doubt that over 90 million people that visit us each year do so with the enticing perspective of savoring Spanish cuisine.”
This year’s edition will feature olive oil from Andalucía, Manchego cheese with Protected Designation of Origin (D.O.P.), premium seafood preserves from the Cantabrian coast, and authentic bomba rice for Valencian paella, among other products carefully curated for the Qatari context.
Beyond tastings and menus, training webinars and networking sessions will connect local professionals with Spanish experts, while participating brands will benefit from exposure through ICEX’s Gulf-wide digital campaign, which reached more than 1.2 million social media impressions in 2024.
Eat Spain Drink Spain Qatar 2025 promises to be more than a celebration of flavor, it is a platform to discover Spain’s innovation, tradition, and excellence in gastronomy, while building bridges between Spanish producers and Qatar’s sophisticated culinary market.
