On 3 September 2026, the Royal Thai Embassy officially launched Thai Restaurant Week 2026: A Taste of Thailand, an in-store promotional campaign celebrating Thailand’s rich culinary traditions and cultural heritage, in collaboration with 12 Thai restaurants across Qatar.

The launch reception, held at Saffron, Banyan Tree Doha Hotel, was attended by more than 100 distinguished guests, including representatives from Qatari governmental agencies, members of the diplomatic corps, private sector executives, media representatives, and prominent social media influencers. Guests were invited to experience the diversity of Thai culture and Thai cuisine through a Thai cultural performance, live Thai cooking and fruits carving demonstrations, as well as a tasting of selected Thai dishes from participating restaurants, offering a preview of the culinary experiences available throughout the Thai Restaurant Week 2026.

On this occasion, H.E. Ms. Pensom Lertsithichai, Ambassador-Designate of the Kingdom of Thailand to the State of Qatar, highlighted the significance of Thai Restaurant Week 2026: “Thailand and Qatar enjoy warm, longstanding bilateral relations built on mutual respect, shared trust, and vibrant people-to-people ties. While our diplomatic and economic partnerships continue to grow across many sectors, it is often through our cultural heritage and culinary traditions that nations foster the deepest understanding and mutual appreciation.”

The Royal Thai Embassy remains committed to promoting Thai cuisine and culture in Qatar through close cooperation with our network of Thai restaurants, Qatari partners, and other stakeholders. Such initiatives also contribute to Qatar’s vibrant multicultural landscape and further strengthen the bonds of friendship between the peoples of Thailand and Qatar.

About Thai Restaurant Week 2026

Thai Restaurant Week 2026: A Taste of Thailand will take place from 3–19 September 2026 at 12 participating Thai restaurants across Qatar.

Throughout the campaign, participating restaurants will offer specialty curated menus at exclusive fixed prices of QAR 39, QAR 59, and QAR 89, available for lunch, dinner, or all-day dining, depending on the participating restaurant. The menus showcase the diversity of Thai cuisine, its distinctive flavours, culinary craftsmanship, and the cultural heritage behind each dish.

The initiative invites residents and visitors in Qatar to discover Thailand through its cuisine and to experience the stories, traditions, and cultural values reflected in Thai food.

Public Engagement and Prizes

Members of the public are also invited to share their Thai Restaurant Week experiences on Facebook and Instagram using the hashtag #ThaiWeekQatar2026 and participate in the campaign’s raffle draw for a chance to win a range of prizes. Prizes include dining vouchers from participating restaurants, including Thai Kitchen, Pochana, CHX N RISE, Sabai Thai, Khaosan, Isaan, The Siam, Thai Aroi, Sritubtim, and Saffron, as well as pool access at Banyan Tree Doha Hotel.

The campaign also offers opportunities to win accommodation and travel experiences in Thailand, including stays at Siam Kempinski Bangkok, JW Marriott Bangkok (supported by Aldeera Travels), Banyan Tree Bangkok, The Landmark Bangkok, Park Hyatt Bangkok, and Sindhorn Midtown Bangkok, as well as experiences at Andamanda Phuket, Siam Niramit Phuket, and Dream World.

Through Thai Restaurant Week 2026, residents and visitors in Qatar are invited to explore the distinctive flavours of Thai cuisine, which is internationally recognised for its diversity and character, while gaining a deeper appreciation of the cultural heritage and traditions behind Thailand’s culinary identity.

Participating Restaurants:

• Bubblelicious Café https://maps.app.goo.gl/TtMZEMj7avshKEvB6 
• CHX N RISE https://maps.app.goo.gl/EfT3zG7CMjG66PaFA 
• Isaan, Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas https://maps.app.goo.gl/8eMLvj3X7Q4CWcw29 
• Khaosan Thai Restaurant https://maps.app.goo.gl/Qzbuzb54cye7b94a6 
• Pochana Thai Restaurant https://maps.app.goo.gl/inoroTtbp1HkTdDu5 
• Sabai Thai Restaurant https://maps.app.goo.gl/WFH84KuB8UeokBy18 
• Saffron, Banyan Tree Doha Hotel https://maps.app.goo.gl/LkZs25JyuLvZX29w8 
• Sritubtim https://maps.app.goo.gl/6QRGmQ9bV7t9TgAB6 
• Thai Aroi https://maps.app.goo.gl/bjFHJxcheHdbApYq5 
• Thai Kitchen, Centara West Bay Hotel & Residences https://maps.app.goo.gl/bTdh3kC1Bg1EyS3EA 
• Thai Snack https://maps.app.goo.gl/Qzbuzb54cye7b94a6 
• The Siam https://maps.app.goo.gl/dh7nRWav9Rr8hnDc9