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Knowledge Base

Frequently Asked
Questions

Common questions about our catering programmes, certifications, menus, and how to get started.

Certifications & Compliance

Yes. Our central kitchen in Duhail, Doha operates under a full HACCP food safety management system. Certification documentation is available on request. Request documents →

Yes. DBK holds all required permits and approvals from the relevant Qatari regulatory authorities, including Municipality-level operational approval for our central kitchen and distribution fleet.

Yes. All ingredients, suppliers, and preparation processes are 100% Halal-certified. Strict segregation is maintained throughout sourcing, storage, preparation, and delivery. Halal certificates are available on request.

No. Drawing Board Kitchen does not serve or handle pork products or alcohol in any form.

Dietary & Allergens

Yes. Every programme includes dedicated vegetarian options as standard. Vegan meals can be added to any institutional plan — indicate this at the proposal stage. Discuss your needs →

All meals are labelled with the 14 major allergens. Our kitchen maintains strict separation protocols for allergen-sensitive preparation, and full ingredient declarations are available on request.

Yes. We customise menus for diverse workforces — South Asian, East Asian, Western — as well as for low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, or high-protein requirements. Tell us your requirements →

Yes. Our nutritionists prepare caloric and macronutrient breakdowns for all menu items, provided with the programme proposal and updated whenever menus change.

Service Areas & Operations

We serve institutions across Doha, Al Rayyan, Lusail, Al Wakra, and the broader Greater Doha area. For locations outside these zones, contact us to discuss feasibility.

Our central kitchen produces over 5,000 meals daily. Our 2,000 m² HACCP-certified facility in Duhail is purpose-built for high-volume institutional catering.

We specialise in four sectors: international and private schools, corporate offices and canteens, government institutions, and industrial workforce camps. View all sectors →

All meals are delivered by our temperature-controlled fleet on a schedule agreed at contract signing. Collection is not offered for institutional programmes.

Based on internal delivery logs (Jan–Dec 2024), we maintain a 99.4% on-time delivery rate across all active programmes.

Our central production facility in Duhail spans 2,000 m² and is purpose-built for high-volume institutional catering. Prospective clients are welcome to visit. Book a kitchen tour →

Pricing & Minimum Orders

Yes. Our minimum is 50 meals per day for institutional programmes. For smaller requirements, use our online menu ordering system.

Pricing depends on meal volume, menu selection, delivery frequency, and contract duration. A fully costed proposal is provided after consultation — no hidden fees. Request a proposal →

Yes. We offer rotating weekly menus designed by our nutritionists, as well as fixed menus for clients who prefer consistency. Both can be customised.

Getting Started

Submit a request online or call us. We respond within 1 business day to arrange a consultation, conduct a site visit if needed, and deliver a fully costed proposal within 5–7 business days. Start your proposal →

Our standard contracts are a minimum of 3 months, with longer-term agreements available at preferential rates. Trial periods are offered for new clients.

You are assigned a dedicated account manager who handles menu finalisation, delivery scheduling, and day-to-day coordination. Onboarding typically takes 5–10 business days.

Absolutely. We encourage prospective clients to visit our kitchen and sample menus before committing. Book a consultation →

Get in Touch

Ready to discuss your catering programme?

Our institutional catering team responds to all enquiries within 1 business day.