ambrewco - there's only one distribution company here - Qatar Distribution Company. They used to have a website but it's not up anymore. It's a pretty nice shop with some variety. More would be nice if you can get in.
Hi All, I'm owner of a small Irish Microbrewery, Arainn Mhor Brewing Company, www.ambrewco.com. We make two great bottles beers which are becoming very well respected in Ireland and have recently exported to Sweden and Japan. I would be interested intrying to have our beers imported in Qatar to the irish pubs. Any leads on the importer/wholesaleers in that area ?
Yep... Usual Beers!!! what to do when we only have one Liquor supplier in Qatar, however they do have a larger range of whiskies etc... and the Guinness was very good!! :)
Yep and it was a pity about the Food... but maybe its a trial run... they might have a proper menu coming soon?? who knows!!!
Yes it was ok... its not bad at all... they have 2 Singers. Male & Female who are good,,, sing some good tracks... the service at bar was a little slow due to the new staff... Table Service however was good, and the crowd were also good!!
Inside its nicely decorated, with comfortable seating.. also music not overley loud so at least u can have a good conversation... Food menu however lacks with only 5 snack items.. they also have a Buffet at QR 85 but it did not look too good....
A good venue for a well deserved drink after work!!
it would need to be 3metres wide by 3 kilometres long so that you could park your land cruiser next to it and you would order your drink by honking your horn the correct number of times.
Drinks would increase in price by at least 10% per hour
Ladies night wouldn't be that great i supose, but what the heck.
Any body would be allowed in but you would need your sponsors permission to leave.
The queue to get in would be orderly with no queue jumping or shoving
And last but not least the place would of course have to be "world class" (well at least longer/wider/higher/deeper/bigger than the one in Dubai)
"only mad dogs and englishmen go out in the midday sun"
Don't get me wrong - I realise that people go out drinking for the atmosphere (though the atmosphere in many of the hotel bars is decidedly flat!). I just find it annoying that you can't drink something different from what you have in the fridge!
RR - I was talking about Irish pubs with friends and everyone felt that the whole thing had been exhausted and we were thinking what type of pub we would like to open and what the 'theme' would be.
I opted for Africa Bar - very chic and funky decor.
RR what would you opt for?
Qatar has money. Where are the ideas and creativity and innovation?
I'm a happily married man....I would just like to socialize....and as Chupa just pointed out its all about the atmosphere! Nothing beats an Irish pub (even the less than authentic ones)....especially if there was live folk music like the Dubliners....but that's just my dreams speaking lol
I'd love to go britfm...and thank you for the offer....unfortunately for me, that's the night I have my CPA courses (from 7 to 10 pm)....perhaps another time!
Please let us know what it was like though.
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
Drinking at home and drinking at bars have a different atmosphere altogether most of the people who frequent bars have QDC permit they just go there to socialize and not for drinking
I have been here for a few years now.. so anything that opens I am exiting to see (sad I know) anyway a big group of us... mainly Brit expats are heading there for 8 pm.. if any of you fancy meeting up your more than welcome!!
I'd be (pleasantly) surprised if it served anything different to what all the other bars in Qatar serve, i.e. the exact same stuff you and the hotels get from QDC and can drink in your own home for a fraction of the hotel prices.
Oh how I'd love a proper pint of Guinness that didn't come from a can, or a refreshing bottle of Magners.
And while we're at it, let's open a traditional British pub serving a vast selection of real cask ales. Mmmm.....
BritFM, Im sorry but I just cant get up any enthusiasm for a irish pubs,it seems that Plastic Paddy limited is putting a "craic" house on every street corner.
"only mad dogs and englishmen go out in the midday sun"
Eventhough I have never set foot on it....i'm in love with the Emerald Isle....I sometimes WISH I was born there....It TOP of my list of places to see before I die!
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
I got the Irish Rover saved on my desktop and was just listening to it!! And I also liked the version done with the Pogues....I would love to borrow those rebel songs one day!!
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
it won't sell magners because QDC don't import it. Nor do they import any interesting beer. It is so depressing every time you are at a restaurant and ask "what beer do you have" and no matter how smart the venue they say "Heineken, Corona, Fosters and Tiger"
They sell alcohol outside in the evening at the 4 seasons and at the ritz.
Idiots not having an outdoor area. It's not like they're short of space. I wish one day some of these hotel and catering "experts" would ask my advice.
I read a longer article on this in the Penisula, the bar is being fitted by a big Irish supplier, it was all designed and made inIreland with only the fitting and final touches done here.
I hope it serves Irish cider like Magners, haven't had one over here yet.
Its inside... I saw it a couple weeks ago.. I dont think the Hotels serve alcohol outside on an evening anymore... its a pity cos the weather is great now... especially for a bar like this...
While being interviewed for a job, the personnel manager said to the Maguire brothers:
'We're going to give you a written examination. Ten questions. Whoever gets most right we'll hire.'
Papers were produced and the boys set to work answering the general knowledge questions. When the time was up the personnel manager collected and marked the papers.
'Well,' said he, 'you've both got nine out often, but I'm giving Mick the job.'
'Why's that?' asked Pat.
'Well,' said the manager, 'you both got the same question wrong but he had
'I don't know this' and you had 'Neither do I!'.
For an annual gatepass to the pub, visit http://irishjokes.com/
I have no idea Mila... apparently though the menu is full of traditional irish dishes!! anyway.. its always good to try a new place!!! as for Guinness yes definatley x
An Irishman who had a little too much to drink is driving home from the city one night and, of course, his car is weaving violently all over the road.
A cop pulls him over. "So," says the cop to the driver, "where have ya been?" "Why, I've been to the pub of course," slurs the drunk.
"Well," says the cop, "it looks like you've had quite a few to drink this evening." "I did all right," the drunk says with a smile.
"Did you know," says the cop, standing straight and folding his arms across his chest, "that a few intersections back, your wife fell out of your car?"
An Irishman who had a little too much to drink is driving home from the city one night and, of course, his car is weaving violently all over the road.
A cop pulls him over. "So," says the cop to the driver, "where have ya been?" "Why, I've been to the pub of course," slurs the drunk.
"Well," says the cop, "it looks like you've had quite a few to drink this evening." "I did all right," the drunk says with a smile.
"Did you know," says the cop, standing straight and folding his arms across his chest, "that a few intersections back, your wife fell out of your car?"
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ambrewco - there's only one distribution company here - Qatar Distribution Company. They used to have a website but it's not up anymore. It's a pretty nice shop with some variety. More would be nice if you can get in.
Decent one or not? Better than the sheraton?
Hi All, I'm owner of a small Irish Microbrewery, Arainn Mhor Brewing Company, www.ambrewco.com. We make two great bottles beers which are becoming very well respected in Ireland and have recently exported to Sweden and Japan. I would be interested intrying to have our beers imported in Qatar to the irish pubs. Any leads on the importer/wholesaleers in that area ?
regards,
Gerry
But it was still Guinness out of a can, right?
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Yep... Usual Beers!!! what to do when we only have one Liquor supplier in Qatar, however they do have a larger range of whiskies etc... and the Guinness was very good!! :)
Yep and it was a pity about the Food... but maybe its a trial run... they might have a proper menu coming soon?? who knows!!!
hi britfm - does it just serve the usual beers as expected?
Can't believe it was billed as a restaurant in the newspaper articles but only serves 5 snack items!
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I'll definetly have to check it out when I get the time.
Hopefully even run into some nice poeple from QL there.
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
Hey
Yes it was ok... its not bad at all... they have 2 Singers. Male & Female who are good,,, sing some good tracks... the service at bar was a little slow due to the new staff... Table Service however was good, and the crowd were also good!!
Inside its nicely decorated, with comfortable seating.. also music not overley loud so at least u can have a good conversation... Food menu however lacks with only 5 snack items.. they also have a Buffet at QR 85 but it did not look too good....
A good venue for a well deserved drink after work!!
Requesting an update please:
Did it open on time?
Did anyone go?
What was it like?
Some of us (who barely have time to scratch our heads) have to live vicariously through others, so please let us know!
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
LOL - brilliant !
A free ironing service of the Ghutra while they sup their pint or sugary tea....
And of course it would be the 'Qatari Bar' with no Qataris working there.
Perhaps we should open up a Qatari Themed bar...
it would need to be 3metres wide by 3 kilometres long so that you could park your land cruiser next to it and you would order your drink by honking your horn the correct number of times.
Drinks would increase in price by at least 10% per hour
Ladies night wouldn't be that great i supose, but what the heck.
Any body would be allowed in but you would need your sponsors permission to leave.
The queue to get in would be orderly with no queue jumping or shoving
And last but not least the place would of course have to be "world class" (well at least longer/wider/higher/deeper/bigger than the one in Dubai)
"only mad dogs and englishmen go out in the midday sun"
Sorry for my cynicism... I remember when the first Irish pub opened in Cancun Mexico many years ago.
In we went...
We asked for Guiness and other Irish brews and to look at the menu
They looked at us if we were mad - it was all budweisers, corona and hamburger and chips........
We were really a folorn pair of Brits.
I used to have to go to Belize to get a coverted bottle of guiness and a packet of custard creams.
Don't get me wrong - I realise that people go out drinking for the atmosphere (though the atmosphere in many of the hotel bars is decidedly flat!). I just find it annoying that you can't drink something different from what you have in the fridge!
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I saw just before I left that Xena was uspet about the thread - you are a bad girl - but me just as much I thought the comments funny.
Don't worry ladies and gents
Lots of private cantinas are at your disposal, with lots of exotic and distilled spirits which are plentiful and available. Always in private accord..
Cantina is not a mexican word for bar.....
The Red Pope of Qatar Living
I want to experience them all....and since I cannot travel as much as i'd like....I support anyone's efforts to bring them to us! Yay!
I may be slightly biased though as some of my best bar memories were of an Irish Pub in Montreal!
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
Yeah Canary - loads of damage... but I repented for my sins over the weekend and have sought atonement. LOL
Anyway what Bar / Restaurant would you open?
Atleast it got some pub that has Irish on its name mate...be happy...arent you happy?
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Will be flying to North America for the exam this summer hopefully =)
Wish me luck buddy.
Stay safe.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
RR - I was talking about Irish pubs with friends and everyone felt that the whole thing had been exhausted and we were thinking what type of pub we would like to open and what the 'theme' would be.
I opted for Africa Bar - very chic and funky decor.
RR what would you opt for?
Qatar has money. Where are the ideas and creativity and innovation?
Hi there,
don't you think you did enough damage on the the churdh thread last week lol - I had to leave as I went home.
Do you teach or study CPA?
You know what they say.....better late than never?
Stay safe =)
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
I guess it will have some very non-Irish band whose idea of a traditional Irish song is 'streets of London'.
Just like the Mexican restaurant in the Marriot isn't really that Mexican at all and most of the people would be challenged to find it on a map.
So Qatar gets an Irish pub 25years after the rest of the world....
I'm a happily married man....I would just like to socialize....and as Chupa just pointed out its all about the atmosphere! Nothing beats an Irish pub (even the less than authentic ones)....especially if there was live folk music like the Dubliners....but that's just my dreams speaking lol
I'd love to go britfm...and thank you for the offer....unfortunately for me, that's the night I have my CPA courses (from 7 to 10 pm)....perhaps another time!
Please let us know what it was like though.
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
If there not selling Magners or any Cider I may just not go, (stamps foot and pouts)
I don't drink beer so it limits my choices, anyway I mentioned yesterday this country may make me give up the alchol, this maybe just the push I need.
Drinking at home and drinking at bars have a different atmosphere altogether most of the people who frequent bars have QDC permit they just go there to socialize and not for drinking
I have been here for a few years now.. so anything that opens I am exiting to see (sad I know) anyway a big group of us... mainly Brit expats are heading there for 8 pm.. if any of you fancy meeting up your more than welcome!!
Thanks
Kellie
I hope the bar gets filed with lots of Irish ladies...
The Red Pope of Qatar Living
In that case you have to invent a scheme called "Frequent Confessor" or "Frequent Visitor" with genereous redemption plan.
Do you all know that the Brand Name "Dublin" is a trademark of the Starwood Group and it belongs to the various Irish Pubs around the world...
Alright, how about some Irish Beer people...when we heading out there...
Its about time, I was getting a bit bogged down by the Orion and Just the Orion...
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And I truly am sorry for that...but for some of us poor slags its as close as we'll get to the real thing....so please have pity on us =(
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
Nice one RR
Have a nice day
I'd be (pleasantly) surprised if it served anything different to what all the other bars in Qatar serve, i.e. the exact same stuff you and the hotels get from QDC and can drink in your own home for a fraction of the hotel prices.
Oh how I'd love a proper pint of Guinness that didn't come from a can, or a refreshing bottle of Magners.
And while we're at it, let's open a traditional British pub serving a vast selection of real cask ales. Mmmm.....
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Q:Why did God invent Alcohol?
A:So the Irish wouldn't rule the world!
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
I'm already 3/4 Irish, I believe that gives me the right to setup in a little corner of the bar.
The Red Pope of Qatar Living
BritFM, Im sorry but I just cant get up any enthusiasm for a irish pubs,it seems that Plastic Paddy limited is putting a "craic" house on every street corner.
"only mad dogs and englishmen go out in the midday sun"
You have to be careful with the Little People dear they can cast a spell on you very easily. lol
Eventhough I have never set foot on it....i'm in love with the Emerald Isle....I sometimes WISH I was born there....It TOP of my list of places to see before I die!
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
So, it is a good business for you. Install your confession booth at the pub's exit. They do not need you at the entrance.
I got the Irish Rover saved on my desktop and was just listening to it!! And I also liked the version done with the Pogues....I would love to borrow those rebel songs one day!!
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
That is all we need, another leprechaun bar.....
The Red Pope of Qatar Living
The Dubliners had a great selection I love listening to them - I have also a great collection of Irish Rebel Songs which are now illeagal in GB.
And we'll sing "Seven Drunken Nights" together...though I only know the first 5 verses LOL!!
Have I mentioned that I love Irish pubs! The next best thing to a good old cold brusky at a Habs hockey game!
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
it won't sell magners because QDC don't import it. Nor do they import any interesting beer. It is so depressing every time you are at a restaurant and ask "what beer do you have" and no matter how smart the venue they say "Heineken, Corona, Fosters and Tiger"
thanks britfm, will check it out myself and enjoy my irish hangover the next day from guiness. he he he have a good day.
They sell alcohol outside in the evening at the 4 seasons and at the ritz.
Idiots not having an outdoor area. It's not like they're short of space. I wish one day some of these hotel and catering "experts" would ask my advice.
I read a longer article on this in the Penisula, the bar is being fitted by a big Irish supplier, it was all designed and made inIreland with only the fitting and final touches done here.
I hope it serves Irish cider like Magners, haven't had one over here yet.
come on... be positive!!! you never know... it might be ok!
(I hope)!!
Its inside... I saw it a couple weeks ago.. I dont think the Hotels serve alcohol outside on an evening anymore... its a pity cos the weather is great now... especially for a bar like this...
Yep, original Guiness from Malaysia and Halal Black Pudding from Saudi.
No doubt the drinks and food will be as original as the decor and atmosphere.
"only mad dogs and englishmen go out in the midday sun"
While being interviewed for a job, the personnel manager said to the Maguire brothers:
'We're going to give you a written examination. Ten questions. Whoever gets most right we'll hire.'
Papers were produced and the boys set to work answering the general knowledge questions. When the time was up the personnel manager collected and marked the papers.
'Well,' said he, 'you've both got nine out often, but I'm giving Mick the job.'
'Why's that?' asked Pat.
'Well,' said the manager, 'you both got the same question wrong but he had
'I don't know this' and you had 'Neither do I!'.
For an annual gatepass to the pub, visit http://irishjokes.com/
I have no idea Mila... apparently though the menu is full of traditional irish dishes!! anyway.. its always good to try a new place!!! as for Guinness yes definatley x
Has it got an outdoor seating area like the irish village in Dubai or is it all inside and smokey?
will they have original black guiness beers and irish pudding?
Why would you have to tell a joke...........
Presumably 'to be sure to be sure to be sure' that you Irish enough.
"only mad dogs and englishmen go out in the midday sun"
An Irishman who had a little too much to drink is driving home from the city one night and, of course, his car is weaving violently all over the road.
A cop pulls him over. "So," says the cop to the driver, "where have ya been?" "Why, I've been to the pub of course," slurs the drunk.
"Well," says the cop, "it looks like you've had quite a few to drink this evening." "I did all right," the drunk says with a smile.
"Did you know," says the cop, standing straight and folding his arms across his chest, "that a few intersections back, your wife fell out of your car?"
"Oh, thank heavens," sighs the drunk.
"For a minute there, I thought I'd gone deaf."
An Irishman who had a little too much to drink is driving home from the city one night and, of course, his car is weaving violently all over the road.
A cop pulls him over. "So," says the cop to the driver, "where have ya been?" "Why, I've been to the pub of course," slurs the drunk.
"Well," says the cop, "it looks like you've had quite a few to drink this evening." "I did all right," the drunk says with a smile.
"Did you know," says the cop, standing straight and folding his arms across his chest, "that a few intersections back, your wife fell out of your car?"
"Oh, thank heavens," sighs the drunk.
"For a minute there, I thought I'd gone deaf."
I can't wait =)
Stay safe all.
Perfection does not exist. The question therefore, is: what level of imperfection are we willing to settle for?
It is a must to tell a genuine Irish joke to be granted access to the pub