Jiwan, MICHELIN Bib Gourmand restaurant in the iconic National Museum of Qatar, announces the appointment of Chef Julien Guilloret as Head Chef.
Having begun experimenting with recipes before the age of ten, Guilloret’s love for cooking has always been driven by curiosity and imagination. Over the last twelve years he has refined his craft in celebrated kitchens across Dubai, the French Riviera and Paris where, before joining Jiwan, he served as deputy chef at Les Ombres. It was here that he was influenced by the ‘Naturalité’ culinary philosophy of Alain Ducasse which champions a cuisine that is sustainable and respectful of nature with a focus on vegetables, grains and fish. He brings this perspective to Jiwan where it aligns with the restaurant’s modern expression of the MENA region’s traditional cuisine.
“I believe that cooking begins with respect for natural ingredients and for the people who grow and prepare them” says Chef Guilloret. “Jiwan gives me the opportunity to apply this thinking to the produce and culinary traditions of the MENA region in an exciting and modern way.”
Under Guilloret’s leadership, and with his signature sustainable and contemporary approach, the restaurant begins a new chapter of celebrating the region’s rich diversity, delighting guests with new flavours, and extending warm and welcoming Qatari hospitality.
For more information about Jiwan and reservations, visit jiwan.qa or call +974 4452 5725.
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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