Stories of Coffee: About the Galleries

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The exhibition is organised into 16 sections, each one with information and an interactive presentation.

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Sections of the Exhibition

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Qahwa

Qahwa (Arabic coffee) is a traditional coffee drink that is popular in the Gulf region and is seen as a symbol of generosity and hospitality.
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Coffee in Qatar

Coffee culture in Qatar encompasses both traditional Arabic coffee (qahwa) and international coffee (such as americano, flatwhite, cappuccino) which is locally referred to as ‘speciality coffee’.
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Majlis

The majlis (which means "sitting place") is an important part of Qatari culture. It is a place where people gather to socialise, entertain guests, and discuss important matters.
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Dallah

Al delal (plural of dallah) are coffee pots used to brew and serve Arabic coffee (qahwa). The name comes from "al-dal" which means to pour and drink water.
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Finjan

The finjan plays an important role in the etiquette of serving coffee.
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Mocha

The term "mocha" comes from the port of Al-Makha in Yemen, which was a major hub for the coffee trade in the 16th and 17th centuries. Coffee beans exported from Al-Makha were known for their high quality and distinct flavour.
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History of Indonesia

The history of Indonesia begins with the arrival of early humans around 1.5 million years ago.
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Geography of Indonesia

Indonesia is made up of over 17,000 islands and is located between Asia and Australia, and the Indian and Pacific Oceans.
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Culture and Population in Indonesia

Indonesia is a diverse country with a rich culture. It is the fourth most populous country in the world, with over 272 million people.
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Luwak coffee

Luwak coffee, also known as kopi luwak, is a gourmet coffee that is produced from coffee cherries that have been eaten and excreted by the Asian palm civet, a cat-like mammal.
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Indonesian Coffee

With over 17,000 islands, Indonesia is the fourth largest coffee producer in the world and is renowned for its diversity of coffee flavours.
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Indonesian Community in Qatar

The Indonesian community in Qatar has been present in the country since the early 1990s.
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Espresso

Espresso is a coffee brewing method that uses finely-ground coffee beans and hot water under pressure to produce a concentrated, flavourful cup of coffee.
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Processing and Roasting Coffee

Coffee processing and roasting are two essential steps in the journey from coffee cherry to cup.
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Brewing and Tasting Coffee

Coffee brewing methods are the various techniques and processes used to extract flavours from ground coffee beans and create a brewed cup of coffee.
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Fair Trade and Sustainability

Fair trade is a way of trading that ensures that producers, especially in developing countries, get a fair price for their goods. It also supports sustainable farming practices and better working conditions.