QIFF Ring

New to QIFF 2025, the QIFF Ring offers visitors an exciting arena to compete and take on thrilling culinary challenges. From showcasing creativity in the ‘Cake Decoration Competition’ to family fun with a father-son ‘Juice Making Competition’ or taking on the classic ‘Burger Eating Challenge’, visitors can participate in a variety of exciting culinary challenges.

The QIFF Ring promises an unforgettable experience for foodies to compete and win valuable prizes. Participants can register on www.qiffring.com

The Cooking Studio

Step into The Cooking Studio and witness 40 world-class chefs in action as they showcase their skills, share exclusive recipes, and bring the latest food trends to life. This interactive experience features live cooking demos, masterclasses, interviews, and hands-on workshops led by renowned local and international chefs.

From Qatari delicacies to global flavours, the studio’s themed sessions this year include Spice It Up, Sweet Escape, EcoBites, Flame On! Grain Fiesta, Grow & Glow, Greet & Meat, Organic Scene.

Upcoming International chefs taking part in the Cooking Studio include, Benjamin Nast, Surender Mohan, Fabrice Rosso, Nicolas Garate, and Karim Bourgi. Upcoming local chefs include Aisha Al Tamimi, Noof Al Marri, Mohamed Kamal and more.

Michelin Guide Village

The Michelin Guide Village, a highlight of QIFF 2025, brings world-class dining to the festival with nine Michelin-rated restaurants offering curated tasting menus at affordable prices. This exclusive experience gives visitors the chance to enjoy culinary excellence from renowned Michelin-starred establishments, including ARAYA, Aramburu, Talea by Antonio Guida, Trèsind Studio, Restaurant À L’aise, CTC Urban Gastronomy, R.HAAN, Molino de Urdániz, and LASAI Restaurante.

Dinner in the Sky

A fan-favourite experience, Dinner in the Sky makes its highly anticipated return to QIFF 2025, offering guests the chance to enjoy a gourmet meal 40 meters above the ground. Curated by talented chefs from Rixos Gulf Hotel, the experience combines exquisite dining with breathtaking panoramic views of the West Bay skyline.

Visitors can choose from several curated expereinces throughout the day starting from 15:00 to 22:30 for a one-of-a-kind culinary adventure. These include High Tea, Twilight Flights, Dinner in the Sky, and the Moonlight Flight. To book your reservation visit, https://doha.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/dinner-in-the-sky-qatar.