Vegetarianism in Macao: ‘a good step in the right direction’

Meat-free menus are the way ahead - for the environment and for ourselves - say Macao's veggie restaurateurs.

Best plant stores: Where to buy indoor and outdoor plants in Macao

Boost your mood, feel closer to nature and elevate your space with a leafy houseplant or two. From bamboo to succulents to Chinese evergreens, here’s where to shop for plants in Macao.

Stroll through history: Explore Macao’s architectural heritage and unique ‘pátios’ courtyards

You can learn a lot about a destination through its architecture and back alleys. We travel back in time to discover the best of Macao’s east-meets-west architecture and communal courtyards with local architect Christine Choi.

The art of tea: 5 of the best Chinese brews to try this spring, according to a tea expert

Mércia Gonçalves, a tea connoisseur and member of the Chinese Teaism Association of Macao, shares five of her favourite Chinese teas that are perfect for springtime.

Discover 3 of Macao’s intangible heritage elements on foot

Herbal tea, incense sticks, elaborate wedding dresses… What do they have in common? These Intangible Heritage elements, and many more, can be found around the Ruins of St Paul’s neighbourhood.

Migrant workers in Macao face unemployment, poverty, repatriation in wake of new labour law

Experts say a shrivelling job market coupled with a restrictive new work permit law poses hardships for the city’s ‘blue card’ migrant workers.

Macao’s best flower shops and florists

Mother’s Day is around the corner and as we make preparations to celebrate the wonderful women in our lives tomorrow on 9 May, we know that there may be one or two more elements to put in place ahead of the big day.

Training Day: Inside the Macau Special Olympics

Wong Kin Hong, a track and field player who has been diagnosed with a moderate intellectual disability, rushes to the

Made in Macao: Where to shop for locally produced facemasks during Covid-19

Looking for locally made face coverings? These ‘Made in Macao’ brands are leading the city’s fight against Covid-19 with functional and fashionable facemasks.

50 years of film: 12 of the best movies filmed in Macao

Macao has long provided the perfect backdrop for filmmakers from across the globe. From big blockbusters to charming indie flicks, we shortlist a few of our favourite movies filmed in Macao.

Indie music in Macao: Add these talented local musicians to your playlist

Looking for new tunes? From alt-rock to instrumentals, pop-punk, indie and funk, Macao is brimming with noteworthy local bands. For music lovers looking for new sounds, we’ve rounded up a few of the city’s top talents to keep on your radar.

Alice Tsang Sau Mui

Alice Tsang’s nursing career has taken her around the world and to the heights of her profession.

Paul Pun Chi Meng

To Paul Pun, decades of tireless humanitarian work in Macao are nothing more than an honour.

Karen Araño Tagulao

Professor Karen Araño Tagulao's work over at USJ is helping to promote the conservation of mangroves in Macao. Hear her story here.

Father Aidan Conroy

Known by many of the city's Catholics, Father Aidan Conroy has been serving as a priest in Macao for over 40 years and has been in Asia for nearly 60 years.

Gary Ngai Mei Cheong

Founder and former president of MAPEAL has led an eventful life — at one point even working as a translator for Mao Zedong! Here, he shares his many experiences and reflects back on them.

Celia Lao

Lao is currently the AirAsia Hong Kong & Macao Chief Executive Officer, with over 20 years of experience in aviation. She helped establish AirAsia in its first few months in Macao and through her connections, was able to gain access into the Mainland Chinese market for their airline.