Damien Leroux

Damien’s lifelong passion for exploring new flavours started from an early age. From a family of restaurant owners, Damien grew up in the kitchen, surrounded by the buzz and excitement of a busy service. 

At 16, Damien travelled from his hometown of Chateaudun to the south of France where Chef Bruno Cirino from L’Hôtellerie Jérôme introduced him to the art of gastronomy. This experience confirmed his love for haute-cuisine, and soon after, he spent several years establishing himself around the Mediterranean region. During this period, Damien met Alain Ducasse, which proved to be a pivotal moment in his career. 

The dates at the bottom of this dish is what gives this French dessert a Qatari twist. It’s a perfect combination of the two countries; the Qatari tradition, along with the French techniques, inspired the creation of this dish.