July has arrived in full force! It’s hard to believe we’re already more than halfway through the year. And, judging by the Macau events packed in this month, July looks set to fly by as well. Time to plan your calendar in advance – unless of course you’re a misanthrope and plan to miss out on all the action on purpose. Regardless, there is sure to be something to take your fancy as there is a little bit of everything this month. There’s food, wine, football and art events, and then some.
This weekend is the last chance to check out the Pink Gold & Black Pearls afternoon tea at the St. Regis Macao, which features an exquisite limited-edition 18k rose gold teapot pendant designed by Bao Bao Wan. Mercato is also back this weekend and this time Luca Pecorari, the executive sous chef of Bene, will be presenting the best of the best from Lazio cuisine with his a special curated menu featuring traditional dishes from the Italian central region. Of course, the FIFA World Cup is still on, and The Vasco Bar and Lounge at Grand Lapa is one of the livelier places to be to catch the action, as they are not only screening the games but also celebrating them with a unique FIFA afternoon tea set. There’s an assortment of great art events to check out as well, so there’s no excuse to get out and enjoy the great weather. Have a good one!
A TRIP TO LAZIO WITH BENE’S FOOD AND WINE MERCATO
This weekend, Bene’s food and wine festival promises to take you from the northwest region of Piedmont to the central region of Lazio all from the comfort of your dining table in Macau. As the capital of Rome, Lazio is a gastronomical haven, renowned for its hearty, traditional and seasonal dishes put together with simple ingredients. Luca Pecorari, the executive sous chef of Bene, will be presenting the best of the best from Lazio cuisine with his new special curated menu featuring traditional dishes such as the Gnocchetti di Semola all’ Amatriciana (semolina gnocchetti with cured pork belly and pecorino cheese), Rigatoni all Carbonara, Supplì al Telefono (deep-fried rice balls stuffed with mozzarella with heirloom tomato panzanella salad), and more. There are also fresh Irish oysters and broiled sea scallops with saffron and parmigiana, served at the table as appetizers. In addition to the freshly prepared food, there will also be hand-selected Italian wines to pair perfectly with the dishes.
When: 6:00pm—11:00pm, Friday, and Saturday, July 6 and 7
Where: Bene, Sheraton Grand Hotel Macao, Estrada do Istmo. s/n, Cotai
How much: MOP $488 (per adult) MOP $200 (per child 6 to 12 years)
For reservations or inquiries, please call +853 8113 1200 or email [email protected].
For more details, please visit www.sheratongrandmacaohotel.com or follow @macaobene on Facebook
Prices include entry ticket, unlimited food, wine, and drinks. Retail items will be charged accordingly.
PINK GOLD & BLACK PEARLS AFTERNOON TEA AT THE ST. REGIS BAR
There is still a chance to catch this special afternoon tea experience at the St. Regis Macao. With one weekend left, the Pink Gold & Black Pearls afternoon tea features an exquisite limited-edition 18k rose gold teapot pendant designed by Bao Bao Wan. She also conceptualized the tea ritual, which merges touches of Western and traditional Chinese tea culture, and she fully embraces the traditional spirits of respect, reunion, gratitude, and celebration through her designs. The menu includes strawberry cheese cupcakes, freshly baked scones with Devonshire clotted cream and savories like dill tea sandwiches with Baikal caviar. Oh, and did we mention you can also enter a contest to win a Bao Bao Wan pendant of their own valued at USD $1,094, as well as an all-inclusive stay at The St. Regis Macao valued at MOP $3,888. Just take a creative snap of one of the special-edition teapot cookies as you enjoy the afternoon tea experience and upload it to Instagram with the tag, #stregiswanbaobao. The results will be announced on July 13 with a grand prize winner announced along with 10 runners-up.
When: 2:00pm–5:30pm, June 23 onwards
Where: The St. Regis Bar, The St. Regis Macao, Estrada Do Istmo, S/N, Cotai
How much: MOP $388++ for two persons
Snap & Win Photo Contest: June 23–July 9
For more information please call +853 8113 3700 or visit www.stregismacao.com
CELEBRATE THE FIFA WORLD CUP AT GRAND LAPA MACAU
The 2018 FIFA World Cup is still not over yet – still a few more suspenseful games to go! The Vasco Bar and Lounge at Grand Lapa is one of the places to be to catch the action, as they are not only screening the games but also celebrating them with a unique FIFA afternoon tea set. The afternoon tea features a golden soccer ball surrounded by savory and sweet treats. Inside each ball is a variety of delicious candies and there might be a lucky draw coupon for a chance to win awesome prizes. The matches are shown live in the Atrium area where there is a special “buy-one-get-one-free” deal on beers, wines and standard cocktails offered for the duration of the matches.
When: Thursday—Saturday, June 14—July 16,
Where: Vasco Bar and Lounge, Grand Lapa Hotel, No.956-1110 Avenida da Amizade, Macau
How much: FIFA afternoon tea set is MOP $468 for two persons, MOP $100 per person (to watch the matches in the Atrium area if no drinks are consumed)
For more information please call +853 8793 3831 or visit www.grandlapa.com
MARC CHAGALL: LIGHT AND COLOUR IN SOUTHERN FRANCE EXHIBITION
This Marc Chagall exhibition will feature a selection of works which highlight the pre-eminence of light and color in his creations. There will be paintings, gouaches, lithographs, costumes, and tapestries from the talented artist. His work includes a world of unique and diverse cultural influences which he encountered during a lifetime marked by war and exile. Chagall’s Light and Color in Southern Frances explore the omnipresence of lights and colors in his work from the 1950s, inspired by the dazzling Mediterranean Sea and bright landscapes of the French River.
When: 10:00am—7:00pm, June 1—August 26, (closed on Mondays)
Where: Macao Museum of Art (MMA), Avenida Xian Xing Hai, Nape, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information and details please visit www.mam.gov.mo
ART IS PLAY – A PLAYFUL SIDE OF ART AT MGM MACAU
Art Is Play is a fun and colorful art exhibition which invites all guests of ages to head on a journey of self-discovery and social interaction through play. Taking place at the MGM Macau, there will be eye-catching art installations from five international artists, Cindy Ng from Macau, Ayumi Adachi from Japan, tomtom from Hong Kong, Walala from the United Kingdom, and Janice Wong from Singapore, who together will inspire the audience an exciting and playful side that they haven’t discovered.
When: 10:30am—10:00pm, June 27—September 9 (except on Monday, July 16 and Monday, August 3)
Where: MGM Art Space, Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau
How much: MOP $120 per person
*Children aged two and under are free of admission
For more information please call +853 8802 3833 or visit www.tickets.mgm.mo
This exhibition will be showcasing a unique collection of Chinese ink paintings from the renowned artist, Lio Man Cheong who will be presenting the history and production line of Macau’s ever-flourishing firecrackers industry, and the way of life surrounding it. Children and young youth can learn about the culture and history of Macau with abundant visuals and stories and know more about how our city used to be in the old times. It is, in fact, an invaluable testimony of Macau’s humble past and a reflection on the roots of local identity.
When: July 4—October 5
Where: Taipa Village Art Space, 10 Rua Dos Clerigos, Taipa
How much: Free admission
For more details and information please call +853 2857 6118 and email [email protected] or visit www.taipavillagemacau.org.mo
