On 13 and 14 November, MICHELIN-starred fine dining restaurant IDAM by Alain Ducasse (IDAM) at the Museum of Islamic Art, will welcome Executive Chef Dominique Lory and Sous-Chef Guillaume Giuggia of Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer’s Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo for a two-day, six-hands collaboration with IDAM Executive Chef Fabrice Rosso. Supported by Qatar Tourism, the event will bring together three chefs connected by shared mentorship under Chef Alain Ducasse and a common understanding of excellence.
Excellence takes many forms. At the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, it is expressed through heritage and precision, qualities that define Monaco’s most renowned establishment and the home of Chef Alain Ducasse’s first three-MICHELIN-starred restaurant. At IDAM, guided by Chef Rosso, excellence takes shape through inquiry and evolution, informed by his three years of mentorship under Chef Ducasse.
Chef Lory brings more than twenty-five years of experience alongside Chef Ducasse, including eleven at Le Louis XV – Alain Ducasse à l’Hôtel de Paris. His haute cuisine is guided by clarity and respect for the ingredient. Chef Giuggia, Sous-Chef of the one-MICHELIN-starred Le Grill, contributes the Riviera’s warmth. At IDAM, their approach meets Chef Rosso’s spirit of experimentation and preservation that constantly reimagines what fine dining can be.
The menu they have created together reflects this meeting of philosophies through dishes such as marinated gamberoni with saffron-scented chickpeas and wood-fired coastal fish finished with caviar and watercress. The meal concludes with a chocolate soufflé made with Alain Ducasse Manufacture chocolate; a homage to the shared heritage that connects the three chefs.
“When chefs come together, it is never about comparison,” says Chef Fabrice Rosso. “It is about recognising shared values.”
“At Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, refinement is our tradition,” adds Chef Dominique Lory. “In Doha, we find dedication expressed through openness and reflection. This collaboration honours all three.”
For IDAM, the collaboration is part of an ongoing dialogue with the wider culinary world, inviting new perspectives while refining its own expression of excellence.
For more information about upcoming events or to make reservations, please visit idam.com or call +974 4422 4488.
About QC Enterprises (QC+)
QC+ is a strategy group that brings culture to life through experiences that connect and inspire.
We merge cultural insight with innovation, positioning culture as a catalyst for creative and commercial growth. Through impactful programmes, activations and professional services, we open up new pathways for value and engagement across tourism, hospitality, retail, and the wider cultural economy.
Our expertise spans food and beverage, event hosting within our iconic locations, and art and design consultancy, through to retail and merchandising, product development, and large-scale cultural land development and rejuvenation projects. Our in-house portfolio includes MICHELIN-awarded restaurants such as IDAM by Alain Ducasse, celebrated Qatari chef Noof Al Marri, and Qatar Creates.
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About Groupe Ducasse Paris
Groupe Ducasse Paris is deploying its activity in food, restaurant, hospitality, education and consulting. The company constantly develops innovative ideas and ensures their sustainability. Its continuous pursuit of excellence is based on the talent of men and women, the quality of the produce and a great savoir-faire. President and Founder, Alain Ducasse is the company’s inspiration and is dedicated to offer a fair cuisine, transmission of knowledge and developing a responsible vision of his profession.
About Qatar Museums
Now marking its 20th anniversary, Qatar Museums (QM), the nation’s preeminent institution for art and culture, provides authentic and inspiring cultural experiences through a growing network of museums, heritage sites, festivals, public art installations, and programmes. QM preserves and expands the nation’s cultural offerings, sharing art and culture from Qatar, the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia (MENASA) region with the world and enriching the lives of citizens, residents, and visitors.
Under the patronage of His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and led by its Chairperson, Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, QM has made Qatar a vibrant centre for the arts, culture, and education in the Middle East and beyond. QM is integral to the goal of developing an innovative, diverse, and progressive nation, bringing people together to ignite new thinking, spark critical cultural conversations, and amplify the voices of Qatar’s people. Since its founding in 2005, QM has overseen the development of museums and festivals including the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) and MIA Park, Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, the National Museum of Qatar (NMOQ), 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, ALRIWAQ, QM Gallery Katara, the Tasweer Qatar Photo Festival, and Design Doha. Future projects include Dadu: Children’s Museum of Qatar, Art Mill Museum, Qatar Auto Museum and the Lusail Museum.
Through its newly created Creative Hub, QM also initiates and supports projects—such as the Fire Station Artist in Residence, the Tasweer Qatar Photo Festival, M7, the creative hub for innovation, fashion and design, and Liwan Design Studios and Labs —that nurture artistic talent and create opportunities to build a strong and sustainable cultural infrastructure.
Animating everything that Qatar Museums does is an authentic connection to Qatar and its heritage, a steadfast commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, and a belief in creating value through invention. For more information visit https://qm.org.qa
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