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IN-Q Celebrates 10 Years of IDAM at the Museum of Islamic Art with Exclusive Chef’s Table hosted by Alain Ducasse

29 January 2023

Qatar Museums, IN-Q Enterprises and Groupe Ducasse Paris celebrated 10 years of collaboration with an exclusive Chef’s Table evening with VIP guests as well as Doha’s top influencers and media who enjoyed an elaborate culinary presentation with Alain Ducasse

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IN-Q Enterprises (IN-Q), the commercial arm and a wholly owned subsidiary of Qatar Museums (QM), hosted a Chef’s Table event on January 17 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of IDAM by Alain Ducasse at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) and the decade-long partnership between Groupe Ducasse Paris and Qatar Museums.

The Chef’s Table featured an elaborate culinary presentation boasting a combination of flavours crafted by Alain Ducasse Executive Chef, Jeremy Cheminade and IDAM’s Head Chef, Fabrice Rosso and Head Pastry Chef, Lucas Fourdrinier.

The Chef’s Table, which was attended by Alain Ducasse, presented the perfect opportunity for VIPs, influencers, and the media to have a taste of the restaurant’s latest menu and enjoy a conversation with the Michelin starred chef.

IDAM was established in 2013, as the first foray of Alain Ducasse, into the Middle East. It marked the first venture in the collaboration between Groupe Ducasse Paris and Qatar Museums.

In November 2022, IDAM reopened after the renovations at MIA, with Mr. Mathieu Courtin in the helm as the Restaurant Manager and Chef Fabrice Rosso as Head Chef. In commemorating a decade of haute cuisine IDAM is welcoming back guests and new visitors with an enhanced menu and an elevated experience.

Commenting on the event, IN-Q General Manager Phil Lawrie, said: “We are honoured and delighted to have Alain Ducasse with us here to celebrate 10 fruitful years of partnership with the Groupe Ducasse Paris. We have made great strides in this partnership to transform the dining scene in Doha with the signature experiences and masterful touches of gastronomic virtuoso Alain Ducasse. The Chef’s Table event is a celebration of this close cooperation, and we are delighted to welcome our guests to enjoy the tantalising tastes and fantastic flavours of the menu crafted by the IDAM kitchen team led by Chef Fabrice Rosso.”

From his part, Alain Ducasse said: “I am very glad to be back in Qatar and meet the team at IDAM. The IDAM team and I are excited to welcome our loyal patrons with a specially curated menu that will offer them an exclusive Haute French Cuisine experience in an intimate setting. This Chef’s Table event is a tribute to our valuable partnership with Qatar Museums. Our chefs have meticulously prepared every recipe on this special evening’s menu to take our guests on an unparalleled gastronomic experience.”

Located on the top floor of MIA, IDAM celebrates an iconic landmark in Qatar in an environment that seamlessly blends local tradition with modernity and offers picture-perfect views of Doha’s skyline. The spectacular view is matched with an exquisite interior created by French designer, Phillipe Starck,

fusing modernity with the classics to offer IDAM a dynamic environment with an Arabian touch.

IDAM offers the highest standard of French haute cuisine with the warmest Arabic hospitality. The menu features contemporary Mediterranean dishes with a twist of eclectic Arabian flavours, prepared using fresh and sustainably produced ingredients enhanced with a sophisticated balance of flavours.

For more information and reservations, visit idam.com/.

About IN-Q Enterprises WLL

IN-Q Enterprises WLL (IN-Q) is the commercial arm and a wholly owned subsidiary of Qatar Museums (QM), trading primarily in the retail and food & beverage/hospitality sectors.

Since our establishment in 2015, IN-Q has created a reputation for quality, exclusivity, authenticity, and creativity in everything that we do – themes inspired by the mission of QM.

IN-Q is a key stakeholder behind QM's delivery of its commitment to instigate Qatar’s future generation of arts, heritage, and museum professionals by nurturing creative talent and creating commercial opportunities for young artists, designers and entrepreneurs.

We engage QM's audiences through merchandise, publications and our e-shop, and provide authentic food & beverage and retail experiences through diverse operations, which include:

  • F&B
      • IDAM by Alain Ducasse at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA)
      • MIA Café, MIA Park café, kiosks and food trucks
      • Jiwan Restaurant at the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ)
      • Café 875 and other kiosks at NMoQ
      • Desert Rose Café at NMoQ
      • Café #999 at the Fire Station
      • Naua and 3-2-1 Café at 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum (QOSM)
      • Mathaf Café at Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art
      • Profiles Café at M7
      • Ralph’s Coffee at Place Vendome
  • RETAIL
      • MIA Gift Shop
      • NMoQ Gift shop
      • 3-2-1 QOSM Gift Shop
      • Mathaf Gift Shop
      • Cass Art Qatar Shop
      • Exhibitions’ pop up stores at M7, Fire Station and QM Galleries
      • QM and 3-2-1 QOSM kiosks at Doha Festival City (DFC) and MIA park
      • IN-Q Online
      • Cass Art Qatar Online (Coming Soon)

We also deliver innovative catering experiences through IN-Q Catering and facilitate venue hire for events hosted at the museums and heritage sites in the following locations:

  • MIA
  • NMoQ
  • 3-2-1 QOSM
  • M7
  • Fire Station
  • Mathaf
  • Al Zubarah Fort
  • Barzan Towers
  • QM Gallery - Katara

IN-Q provides manpower services under its Manpower Contracting function to its primary client and parent organisation, QM.

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.

www.ducasse-paris.com

https://www.instagram.com/alainducasse/?hl=fr

About Qatar Museums

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, restores, and expands the nation's cultural offerings and historical sites, 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, educate and encourage environmental stewardship and sustainable practices, and amplify the voices of Qatar's people. Since its founding in 2005, QM has overseen the Museum of Islamic Art and MIA Park, Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, the National Museum of Qatar, QM Gallery Al Riwaq, QM Gallery Katara, 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, and Dadu, Children's Museum of Qatar.

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 and the creative hub for innovation, fashion and design M7—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.

Press contact:

Maria Luisa L. Bernabe

Marketing & Communication

IN-Q Enterprises WLL

+974 4452 5335

mbernabe@qm.org.qa