Embassy of Haiti's pavilion at the recently held Hospitality Qatar.
Doha: The Embassy of the Republic of Haiti to Qatar was honoured to make its debut at this year’s Hospitality Qatar, Qatar’s premier International Hospitality and HORECA Trade Show.
Held recently at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, Haiti was on display for the world to discover along with 13 other countries and 178 exhibitors.
The Haitian Embassy’s booth was well visited and many of the over 12,000 visitors were welcomed with a warm cup of Chokola Peyi, Haiti’s deliciously rich hot chocolate and country’s premier cup of coffee.
“It was delightful to watch convention goers take their first sip of our Chokola Peyi, people were wondered to see how decadent it really is. One of the highlights was the overwhelming response from hotels and restaurants who showed interest in serving our hot chocolate at their venues. Which is exactly why we were thrilled to take part in this event, to give Haiti the platform it deserves to showcase its great export potential,” said Haitian Ambassador H E Francois Guillaume.
Promoting Haiti’s culture also brought many cigar aficionados to the exhibit table for a look at Bohekio, one of Haiti’s cigar manufacturers whose trademark is in honor of the original inhabitants of our Island and original cigar aficionados: the Taino Indian tribe. The addition of Haiti to the trade show was empowering, not only for the country, but for those patrons who now can add Haiti to their collection of newly discovered gems.
Another exciting venture came with the Embassy’s participation at the first of its kind, Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) recently. There, Haiti was front and center with some of the world’s most sought-after travel destinations. As a touristic highlight, the Citadelle and several artisanal creations that Haiti is internationally known for, were on full display as QTM visitors were mesmerized by the many facets of beauty and exploration Haiti has to offer.
“With Haiti being in world news for many overshadowing circumstances, it was necessary to remind visitors that the country also offers a beautiful side and a rich history that surpasses all of her current obstacles, which many people enjoyed learning through our electronic catalogs,” said Ambassador Guillaume.
