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Doha Today

QF celebrates cultural diversity

Published: 06 May 2014 - 09:15 pm | Last Updated: 28 Jan 2022 - 08:00 pm

Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development recently saw more than 300 people attend the grand finale of its International Cultural Fesitval at the AaQool Atrium in Education City. 
Marking the end of a month of fun activities celebrating global diversity, the closing ceremony comprised of a cultural extravaganza that featured traditional dancing, a salsa performance, South Asian fashion show and a sumptuous international buffet.
The festivities, which were open to the public, took place over four  weeks and saw more than 1,000 Qatar Foundation employees and community members engage in various arts and crafts workshops and live cooking demonstrations. Activities also included Gulf Bedouin ‘Sadou’ carpet weaving, and ‘Batoola’ making – a traditional golden face covering for Gulf women. 
The festival  incorporated live cooking demonstrations that culminated in a buffet prepared by executive chefs from top restaurants in Doha. The Peninsula