IN-Q promotes living FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 to the fullest creating moments with extraordinary dining experience and authentic souvenirs
21 Nov 2022
NewsThe commercial arm and a wholly owned subsidiary of Qatar Museums (QM), the IN-Q Enterprises WLL (IN-Q), promotes living FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 to the fullest by creating moments with extraordinary dining experience at the restaurants and authentic meaningful souvenirs from gift shops across museums. Visitors can enjoy the art and culture scene at Qatar Museums with ongoing exhibitions. After an enriching tour of the galleries, IN-Q makes sure to enhance your visit with a flavourful experience and tangible souvenirs to take home.
One gets the chance to indulge in the signature gastronomic pleasures from Alain Ducasse restaurants starting off with IDAM by Alain Ducasse (IDAM) at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA). IDAM, established in 2013, is the first foray of the Michelin starred restaurateur and “architect of flavours”, Alain Ducasse, into the Middle East. 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 IDAM’s loyal patrons, as well as, those who look for new culinary adventures are welcome to enjoy the rich menu that complement their cultural experience after a visit at the galleries of the iconic MIA.
From an iconic landmark to another, one finds a gem of a pearl at the National Museum of Qatar (NMOQ), Jiwan – where desert meets the sea. Jiwan reconnects with the past yet moves forward to the future. It takes one back to Qatar’s culinary roots and reinvents familiar flavours to offer sharing plates that have a sophisticated simplicity. Jiwan’s sustainable menu embraces seasonal homegrown produce displaying great pride in Qatar and its vision for self-sufficiency. The restaurant’s ever-changing selection of dishes offer guests the freshest ingredients while preserving natural food resources.
Jiwan’s unique design by prominent architect, Koichi Takada has been inspired by Qatar’s nature and Bedouin lifestyle and appeals to the curious explorer who likes to wander through the past to enjoy a new understanding of the world around them. Guests are invited to dine amongst the dunes of Khor Al Udaid (Inland Sea) or experience extraordinary seascape views from the outdoor terrace where they will enjoy a close connection to the sea. Located on the fourth floor of the National Museum of Qatar, Jiwan is an essential chapter in the museum’s storytelling experience. A dining destination that enables residents and international visitors to truly feel, touch, and taste the essence of Qatar.
Yves Godard, F & B Director of IN-Q shared, “A decade of partnership between Qatar Museums and Ducasse Paris is compelled by our shared vision towards offering world-class culinary experience in settings that are artful and reflective of this nation’s rich culture. Over the course of ten years, we are able to provide an elevated experience in the dining scene with our Ducasse restaurants in Qatar.” “Our restaurant concepts are aligned with each venue’s theme. Within each of our restaurant’s distinct and remarkable settings, we welcome our guests to enjoy culinary delights meticulously crafted by the Ducasse kitchen team,” he added.
IN-Q aims to complete not only the cultural and culinary experience of residents and visitors. It also offers tangible souvenirs that will keep on reminding you about the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ moments across all QM gift shops.