American journalist praises Pakistan's hospitality, cuisine during Islamabad visit

Caitlin Doornbos calls Pakistani breakfast her favourite, halwa her new guilty pleasure

Caitlin Doornbos, a reporter and journalist based in the United States, visited Islamabad on Saturday for the "Islamabad Talks", praising Pakistan for its hospitality. During Doornbos' visit, she commended Pakistan for its hospitality and expressed appreciation for the country’s cuisine.

She took to X to share a picture of her meal at a restaurant in the F-7 Sector.

Finally got out of the hotel sphere to have some local food! pic.twitter.com/IQTztyBsOD

— Caitlin Doornbos (@CaitlinDoornbos) April 12, 2026

Pakistanis were quick to respond, with a user encouraging Doornbos to acknowledge the country’s peaceful environment.

Doornbos later posted another dish, halwa, calling it her new guilty pleasure:

My new guilty pleasure. pic.twitter.com/1c77wITcgA

— Caitlin Doornbos (@CaitlinDoornbos) April 13, 2026

In another post, she shared that breakfast in Pakistan had become her favourite meal, adding that the hospitality of Pakistanis is amongst the warmest and most welcoming she has ever experienced.

Breakfast so far is my favorite! The hospitality of Pakistanis is so warm — more welcoming than I believe I’ve ever experienced.

— Caitlin Doornbos (@CaitlinDoornbos) April 12, 2026

The journalist also shared a scenic image of the city, writing, “Good morning from beautiful Islamabad, where the Pakistani people are buzzing with excitement at the possibility of playing a major role in bringing peace to the Middle East."

Good morning from beautiful Islamabad, where the Pakistani people are buzzing with excitement at the possibility of playing a major role in bringing peace to the Middle East. No news yet on when talks will begin, but the coming hours will be crucial. pic.twitter.com/eLdaR86vxi

— Caitlin Doornbos (@CaitlinDoornbos) April 11, 2026

The journalist was also pictured wearing shalwar kameez at the Serena Hotel, as she waited for the US-Iran talks to conclude. Doornbos' experience highlights the warmth and hospitality Pakistan is known for, offering a positive glimpse of the country to a global audience.