Marhaba Tries the Shangtastic Brunch at Shangri-La Hotel, Doha
I must admit that the description of a ‘Shangtastic’ brunch reminded me more of Mike Myers than a sumptuous smorgasbord of gastronomical cuisines from around the world. My visit there…
The Rue Brothers at Al Matbakh Rooftop Grill
“It’s never too late to learn,” is an annoying and condescending refrain often used like a sniper’s bullet to mean “you just can’t be bothered, can you?” One Brother Rue…
The Rue Brothers at Al Liwan
We were once coerced into visiting the spectacular Six Senses Spa at Sharq Village for a facial and manicure. Trepidation followed hesitation but it proved to be most refreshing and…
Top Reasons to Brunch with Kids at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha
When it comes to brunching with kids, one needs to think crayons, not crystal. With children, brunch involves finding a place with kid-friendly menus, highchairs and enough ‘distractions’ to keep…
The Rue Brothers at Mykonos
The Rue Brothers, Marhaba’s foodie duo, visits Mykonos at InterContinental Doha Hotel & Residences. Named after a glamorous Aegean party island, the restaurant has been given a facelift, as has…
The Rue Brothers back at The Cellar
“Do you realise?” asked one Brother Rue while waiting for our latest assignment. “No one has invited us back before. Not even Nobu.” “Perhaps we have gone from A-list to…
The Rue Brothers at Holiday Inn Doha’s Stock Burger Co.
In pubs and bars of bygone times, activities loosely described as “sport” were invariably darts, bar billiards, pool and the odd arm wrestling contest. For those with longer memories there…
Marhaba’s Enchanted Evening at the New Carisma
Marhaba had a pleasant visit to the re-opened Italian restaurant Carisma at Warwick Hotel Doha. Carisma is a charming space, ideal for intimate dinners and long-friendly chats over food that…