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An Epicurean Journey with Qatar Museums Restaurants on International Museum Day

15 May 2023

A Fusion of Arts and Flavours Awaits You

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IN-Q Enterprises (IN-Q), the commercial arm and wholly owned subsidiary of Qatar Museums (QM), joins the global celebration of International Museum Day on May 18th by offering an array of new dining experiences across all QM Restaurants. IDAM by Alain Ducasse and MIA Café at the Museum of Islamic Art, Jiwan at the National Museum of Qatar, and Café #999 at the Fire Station are all offering premium flavours to savour.

IDAM, the winner of FACT Dining Awards Qatar 2023 under the Favourite European Restaurant category, will host a luxurious VIP Cigar Night event featuring a curated selection of the finest cigars from the Dominican Republic. Guests are in for a night of sophistication and indulgence as they unwind with the exquisite collection of cigars and IDAM’s signature cuisine. Advanced booking and pre-payment are required.

MIA Café, nestled in the pristine surroundings of the atrium, offers breakfast menu and afternoon tea along with its all-day delicacies and dishes. Visitors can feast on an array of delectable options including sandwiches and pastries.

Meanwhile, Jiwan at NMoQ, renowned for offering a contemporary twist to traditional Qatari cuisine with a focus on locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, has launched a new brunch offer. Visitors can now enjoy a Saturday brunch featuring a 5-course delectable set menu delivered with warm hospitality in a stunning ambiance.

Whereas, Café #999 at the Fire Station is launching a new menu, which includes breakfast and business lunch options. Must-try-dishes include the Café #999 Beef burger with potato wedges and the fresh salmon and avocado eggs sandwich. Café #999’s authentic Italian dishes are paired with its signature refreshments, making it a must-visit destination.

Yves Godard, F&B Operations Director of IN-Q, expressed his enthusiasm for celebrating International Museums Day through the QM Restaurants’ offers. "We are delighted to offer a range of dining experiences that cater to different tastes and preferences, whether it's indulging in a luxurious evening out, enjoying a serene afternoon tea, savouring a modern take on traditional Qatari cuisine, or relishing authentic Italian dishes. Our QM Restaurants have something for everyone, and we invite you to join us in this celebration," Godard said.

Walk-ins are accepted at IDAM, MIA Café, Jiwan and Café #999, but reservations are also encouraged.

To book a table, visit idam.com or call +974 4422 4488/ WhatsApp: +974 6617 1830 for IDAM, visit jiwan.qa or call +974 4452 5725/WhatsApp: +974 3094 9530 for Jiwan, +974 4452 5659 for Café #999, and +974 4422 4168for MIA Café.

Join IN-Q and QM in celebrating International Museums Day with a culinary journey that is not to be missed.

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 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, QM Gallery Al Riwaq, QM Gallery Katara, and the Tasweer Qatar Photo Festival. Future projects include Dadu: Children’s Museum of Qatar, Art Mill Museum, Qatar Auto Museum and the Lusail Museum. Qatar also has one of the largest and most ambitious public art programmes in the world. Through its Department of Archaeology, QM spearheads several initiatives to preserve and restore Qatar’s historical sites and buildings. QM also initiates and supports Creative Hubs that nurture artistic talent and create opportunities to build a strong and sustainable cultural infrastructure. These include the Fire Station: Artist in Residence, M7 for innovation, fashion and design, and Liwan Design Studios and Labs. For more information visit https://qm.org.qa

Press contact:

Maria Luisa L. Bernabe

Marketing & Communication

IN-Q Enterprises WLL

+974 4452 5335

mbernabe@qm.org.qa