Tribune News Network
Doha
IDAM by Alain Ducasse, the French fine dining restaurant at Doha’s iconic Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), has been honoured with its first Michelin Star in the inaugural Michelin Guide Doha 2025. Operated by QC+ (formerly IN-Q Enterprises), the restaurant received the accolade at a ceremony held on December 12. Additionally, Mixologist Ratan Robi was awarded the Michelin Special Award for Exceptional Cocktails, recognising his innovative craft. IDAM is one of only two restaurants in Doha to achieve the coveted Michelin Star distinction.
QC+ expressed pride in receiving the considerable recognition from Michelin in addition to IDAM’s Star and Ratan Robi’s Michelin Special Award. Jiwan was awarded a Bib Gourmand, while Desert Rose Café by Chef Noof Al Marri at the National Museum of Qatar was named as a Michelin Selected restaurant.
IDAM expressed gratitude and respect to HE Sheikha Al-Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani for her visionary leadership, unwavering support, and belief in their mission. They extended their thanks to the State of Qatar for fostering a culture of innovation and opportunity, expressing immense pride in achieving this honour for the country.
Acknowledging Michelin for the prestigious recognition, IDAM also offered profound gratitude to Alain Ducasse and the entire team—both front and back of house—for their dedication and passion, as well as to their families for their constant encouragement. They expressed sincere appreciation to their loyal patrons, whose support made this achievement possible. IDAM also thanked Qatar Museums for their invaluable support and Qatar Tourism for their role in bringing the Michelin Guide Doha 2025 to Qatar.
Alain Ducasse, Chef Consultant, said: "This Michelin Star rewards the hard work and talent of the entire IDAM team, led by Executive Chef Jeremy Cheminade, with Head Chef Fabrice Rosso, Executive Pastry Chef Lucas Fourdrinier, and Restaurant Manager David Bassaluy. It recognises our commitment to inspirational, contemporary French haute cuisine, and reinforces our determination to keep at the forefront of the food scene as a unique fine-dining destination in Qatar. I sincerely thank QC+ for their trust and support for more than ten years.”
Yves Godard, Director for F&B Operations and Commercial Leasing, said: "We are so honoured and appreciative to have been awarded this Michelin Star. This is a huge accomplishment.”
Executive Chef, Jeremy Cheminade, agreed: "We are humbled to have achieved this honour in the first year of the Guide. It’s incredible to see the culinary scene in Qatar getting the recognition it so deserves.”
Head Chef, Fabrice Rosso, added: "This is a huge milestone, and the realisation of a personal ambition of mine.”
QC+ brands are deeply rooted in culture, heritage and creativity, and a fundamental principle of our work is to nurture the people of Qatar. Alongside the culinary excellence for which we gratefully receive Michelin recognition, our breadth of work encompasses social wellness strategies like the Good Food School Initiative, a project ensuring access to nourishing food for all Qatari school children regardless of demographic.