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Qatar Museums Restaurants take Ramadan Celebrations to Artful Settings

15 March 2023

Experience a Novel and Meaningful Iftar

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Celebrate Iftar and Suhoor during the Holy Month of Ramadan with Qatar Museums (QM) restaurants operated by IN-Q Enterprises (IN-Q) in partnership and collaboration with Groupe Ducasse Paris by world renowned Michelin-starred Chef Alain Ducasse. IN-Q is the commercial arm and wholly owned subsidiary of QM.

IDAM by Alain Ducasse, in the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), offers a special Ramadan Suhoor carefully crafted by Groupe Ducasse Paris chefs. The menu reflects the spirit of the holy month. From delectable desserts to savoury main courses, the dishes are a celebration of the richness and diversity of Qatar. Suhoor menu is available from 8:00 p.m. with last order accepted at 11:45 p.m.

Meanwhile at Jiwan, located at the 4th floor of the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ), the Ramadan 5-course menu features the finest contemporary Qatari cuisine designed to tantalise senses and create an unforgettable experience from 5:30 p.m. for Iftar until Suhoor. Last order can be made until 1:45 a.m.

Experience an al fresco or outdoor Italian Ramadan Long Table Iftar at Café #999 located at the Fire Station. Reminiscent of traditional Italian long table dining, this is a novel experience for Iftar or ghabga, with last order accepted at 10:30 p.m.

“On this coming Holy Month of Ramadan, each of our restaurants located in the heart of the iconic museums and galleries – MIA, NMoQ and the Fire Station – offer a unique experience that will make Iftar shared with family and friends, a meaningful one. Surrounded by art and presented with well-crafted menu for enjoyment as one breaks the fast, our outlets aim to create moments that will make this Ramadan more special,” Mr. Yves Godard, IN-Q’s Director of F&B Operations shared.

Book your Ramadan experience at IDAM by Alain Ducasse, Jiwan and Café #999 and avail of the Early Bundle discounts for groups.

For more information on IDAM and to make reservations, visit idam.com or call +974 4422 4488.

For more information on Jiwan and to make reservations, visit jiwan.qa or call +974 44525725.

For more information on Café #999 and to make reservations, call +974 4452 5650.

About IN-Q ENTERPRISES

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.

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 and the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum. Future museums include Dadu, Children's Museum of Qatar, Qatar Auto Museum, Art Mill 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, the creative hub for innovation, fashion and design M7, 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.

Press contact:

Maria Luisa L. Bernabe

Marketing & Communication

IN-Q Enterprises WLL

+974 4452 5335

mbernabe@qm.org.qa