How are you sending your belongings over...air or sea?.

Companies can deliver to your door but you will need a NOC (No Objection Certificate) from your employer before you can get customs clearance.

I never paid any customs on my belongings when I came here.

I don't think you will have any problems bringing food that don't contain pork, but you might think about buying locally, there is a good variety here.

There are quite a few companies that can ship your goods....Crown, Allied Pickfords, or try this link http://www.qatcom.com/listings/qatar-search/international-moving-and-shi...

Hope this helps.