Ramadan is the busiest month of the year for many hospitality businesses in Doha. Hotels open iftar tents, restaurants launch set menus and sweet shops can’t keep boxes on the shelves. Ramadan menu printing in Qatar needs to be ready before the first iftar, not during it.
Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin in early February, subject to moon sighting. That means planning should start now. Here’s a practical checklist.
Why Start Ramadan Printing Early
Every hotel, restaurant and caterer in Qatar orders Ramadan print in the same few weeks. Printers get busy, paper stocks run low and special finishes take longer. Ordering early gives you time to proof carefully and avoids paying for rush jobs.
Our guide to peak season lead times covers this in more detail.
Iftar and Suhoor Menus
Ramadan menus are usually different from your regular menu: buffet stations, set iftar packages and late-night suhoor options.
- Print menu cards for set iftar and suhoor packages
- Use Ramadan inserts inside existing leather menu folders to save cost
- Add buffet station labels for each dish
- Show prayer and iftar timings clearly where guests can see them
Want to know which paper and lamination last best? Read our post on menu printing in Doha.
Ramadan Tent and Venue Signage
Ramadan tents need their own branding: entrance banners, welcome boards, table numbers and sponsor displays.
- Banners and hoardings for outdoor visibility
- Foam boards for menus and welcome signs
- Table tents for numbers, promotions and QR codes
Takeaway Iftar Packaging
Iftar boxes for delivery and corporate orders are a big part of Ramadan sales. Branded food boxes, handle boxes and kraft bags keep meals presentable from your kitchen to the customer’s table.
See our guide on food delivery packaging for what works best.
Gifts for Guests and Corporate Clients
Dates, sweets and chocolates are traditional Ramadan gifts. Premium chocolate boxes and gift boxes with gold foil fit the season perfectly. For mid-Ramadan, don’t forget Garangao boxes.
A Simple Ramadan Printing Timeline
- 8–10 weeks before: finalise menus, packages and design direction
- 6–8 weeks before: approve artwork for packaging and gift boxes
- 4–6 weeks before: print menus, signage and tent branding
- 2 weeks before: final checks, spares and delivery to site
For the full list of hospitality print items, see our HoReCa printing guide.
FAQs
When should I order Ramadan menu printing in Qatar?
Ideally six to eight weeks before Ramadan begins, so there is time for proofing and special finishes.
Can I reuse my regular menu folders for Ramadan?
Yes. Printing Ramadan inserts for existing folders is a cost-effective way to update your menu for the month.
What packaging do restaurants need for iftar delivery?
Sturdy food boxes, handle boxes for multi-item meals, and branded bags with seal stickers.
Talk to Speedline Printing Press
Office No. 403, 4th Floor, Aqar Building, Al Jazeera Street, Bin Mahmoud, Doha, Qatar
Phone: +974 3000 4519 | +974 4436 4588
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