May 8-14

Eat the winners
Mon 9, W Doha Hotel
The first Time Out Doha Restaurant Awards takes place tonight, with winners from the different categories (see p18) being announced, plus the big one: the Restaurant of the Year. Who will win? The results will be posted later that night at www.timeoutdoha.com, so be sure to take a look.

Catch some culture
Tue 10, Katara Opera House
The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra is back this month, taking us on a musical tour of Europe with a special concert including works by Liszt, Puccini, Offenbach, Britten and Wagner. It just wouldn’t be a concert without a little Wagner. Show starts at 7.30pm, with tickets ranging from QR75-300, on sale at Virgin Megastore. Call 4429 8888

Crown (or heckle) an idol
Fri 13, Qube, Ramada Plaza Doha
We’re assuming the tiara and sash is ready: it’s time to crown this year’s Qube Idol. The new amateur local singing champ will be announced, along with the two top live bands and DJ act, making this a night not to be missed, starting at 9pm. Call 4428 1555

Cook like an Italian
Sat 14, Porcini, Ritz-Carlton Doha
Want to cook at home, but your stove fills you with terror? Chef Alessio Corda of Porcini is here to help, with step by step instructions on how to make a simple yet delicious sauce and pasta dish for QR265 per person. It starts at 10.30am, followed by lunch, where you get to eat the chef’s rendition of the dish you just made. Call 4484 8000

Pretend you’re in Ibiza
Sat 14, Wahm, W Doha, 3pm-8pm
Café Del Mar is back, this time with DJ Bruno from Ibiza – Bruno was a resident at the origial Ibiza club for eight years. Unlike previous Café Del Mar events at Wahm, this will run for the duration of the afternoon and into the night. Call 4454 5353