Nearly two decades ago, the Mozambique-born Portuguese chef began tracing his roots across the former Portuguese colonies. Three years ago, he opened his award-winning Macau Kitchen, where he serves authentic Macanese cuisine to diners in the UK.
Former casino workers Henry Chiang and Rachel Kou opened the city’s first proper bagel shop at the end of 2020. Find out what led them to start up their business.
With the increase of available natural wine in Macao, sommelier Maggie Kim shares her insights and tackles a few common misperceptions.
Not sure which wine glasses are really essential or how they impact the wine-drinking experience? Sommelier Maggie Kim explains where to start.
Thinking about ordering a trusty bottle of baijiu when you see mapo tofu on the menu? Think again, says sommelier and Macao News wine columnist Maggie Kim.
The certified sommelier turned food and beverage trainer talks about training in London, her personal motivation and Macao’s maturing wine market.
In the run-up to Lunar New Year, we’re rounding up some of our favourite traditional foods to enjoy with friends and family.
Elegant and lavish gift hampers to ring in the Year of the Tiger with delectable flavours, classic treats, and plenty of holiday cheer.
We take a closer look at the simmering food trends that will likely shape how we shop, cook and dine in the year ahead.
Going for a Michelin-rated meal doesn’t have to break the bank. Here’s your guide to affordable, award-winning eateries in Macao.
How local business owner Leong Kam Hon overcame tremendous adversity to open Hon Kee Café, one of Macao’s best-known cafés, and establish the whipped coffee trend.
From exotic spices and unusual snacks to ready-made curries and authentic samosas, these five South Asian grocery stores are well worth a visit.
After beef and pork have had their plant-based makeovers, it’s time for chicken to take centre stage. And diners in Macao now have front row seats with the launch of TiNDLE.
The piquant, odoriferous balichão sauce – the one ingredient distinguishing Macanese cooking from its Asian counterparts.
Online marketplace Goodees Market was ahead of the curve when it proposed a new way to shop for quality groceries in Macao in 2017. Then the pandemic kicked in, bringing with it a wave of new consumer behaviour, and turning the tide in its favour.
As Macanese cuisine starts to earn more recognition on the global stage, more young locals are choosing to train as chefs, providing a talented pool of resources for the future of Macao’s food industry.
Meat-free menus are the way ahead – for the environment and for ourselves – say Macao’s veggie restaurateurs.
Coffee at night? More late-night café bars are popping up around Macao, but what’s turning the city’s coffee-drinkers into night owls? We speak with four local cafes that keep late hours.
Plant-based protein is having a moment, thanks in part to rising environmental concerns, shifting lifestyle habits during Covid-19 and a wave of innovation across the region. We explore three of the most popular meat-free alternatives on the market, and where to find them in Macao.
Whether you have a relentless sweet tooth or simply want to learn a new hobby, tap into the joys of baking this spring with one of Macao’s best baking classes.
You can find all kinds of dumplings in Macao but few actually originated here. From gaau-zi to gyoza, we track the stories behind the region’s most common dumplings, so you know where your favourite bites come from.
Three celebrated Macao chefs share their favourite spots for a meal out. Whether you’re looking for a special date night or a casual family feast, check out their delicious recommendations.
Ever wondered what Macao would taste like as a beverage? Macao’s top mixologists use the city’s character as a creative springboard to bring you delicious, locally inspired libations.
Chinese New Year is a time for gathering with family, friends and work colleagues over festive dishes and symbolic snacks. Many traditional CNY foods are loaded with meaning – learn the stories behind your favourites, plus where to find them in Macao.
Street food is woven into the fabric of Macao’s culinary heritage. Luckily, innovative street food hawkers have stepped up to keep the traditions alive and introduce new ones.
As one of the world’s first examples of fusion food, Macanese cuisine serves as an edible history of the SAR’s multicultural past. We look into its evolution – and the challenges it must overcome to stay alive.
