30 September 2015
The Finest Address in Qatar announces the season opening dates of its award-winning restaurants

Doha, Qatar - The ST. Regis Doha, The Finest Address in Qatar, has recently appointed Chef Jean-Luc Morcellet, as their new Executive Chef who will be serving their award-winning restaurants. Moreover, the distinguished hotel has also announced their scheduled venue re-openings and the kick off of their entertainment season at the end of September and during EID.

Chef Morcellet, of French origins, brings more than 20 years of international experience to his role, having worked in reputable hotel chains in France, U.A.E., U.K., U.S.A and Zimbabwe. Chef Morcellet has lead culinary teams and has catered to a number of important personalities, including the late South African President, Nelson Mandela. Chef Morcellet is set to bring his applied experience and creativity to the ST. Regis Doha, which will add to the excellence of the dishes served and the quality of service.

 In his role as Executive Chef at The St. Regis Doha, Morcellet will oversee all culinary aspects of the hotel's various gastronomic offerings which include: Astor Grill, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Oyster Bay, Sarab Lounge, Al Sultan Brahim, Vine, banquets and external outside catering. Morcellet will also be supporting the Executive Chefs at Gordon Ramsay Mediterranean and Opal by Gordon Ramsay.  

On this occasion, Mr. Tareq Derbas, General Manager of The ST. Regis Doha commented, "We are very pleased that Chef Morcellet has joined the ST. Regis family, we believe that his refined culinary experience and exquisite gastronomic delights will certainly leave a positive impact on all of our diners. Moreover, the re-opening of our restaurants and venues will be the highlight of our busy season and we are keen on welcoming all of our valued guests."

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Combining classic sophistication with a modern sensibility, St. Regis is committed to delivering exceptional experiences at over 35 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses around the world. Since the opening of the first St. Regis Hotel in New York City over a century ago by John Jacob Astor IV, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by signature St. Regis Butler Service. From Bal Harbour to Bangkok, Saadiyat Island, Corniche Abu Dhabi to Shenzhen, the St. Regis brand caters to a new generation of luxury travellers and continues to thoughtfully build its portfolio in the most sought after destinations at the heart of today's grand tour. Plans for the brand to expand its legacy include much-anticipated St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Asia, where St. Regis has announced plans to open hotels in Changsha, Dubai, Haikou Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, Lijiang, Macao, Nanjing, Qingshui Bay, Sanya Haitang Bay and Zhuhai. Additionally in Europe and the Middle East, St. Regis will continue to expand in Amman, Astana, Istanbul and Dubai. For more information on St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, please visit www.stregis.com, for the privilege of residential ownership, please visit www.stregis.com/residences, and to learn how the brand celebrates the art of play visit www.stregis.com/familytraditions.  Connect with St. Regis on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, and YouTube.

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