Location is everything this very busy season and you couldn’t be better placed than Galaxy Macau™ to take advantage of the city’s vibrant festive scene. This year-end festive season, Galaxy Macau™ offers spectacular dining options that will tempt any palate, all under one roof. Enjoy a well-deserved culinary feast at Macau’s favorite food destination–Galaxy Macau™! Whether you’re craving for Portuguese, Italian, French or any other cuisine, you’re all covered here. Thinking about a special dinner for two, a fantastic soirée for a huge family or a romantic celebration? You’ll find what you’re looking for right in the heart of Galaxy Macau™.
Terrazza Italian Restaurant
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Christmas in Italy is a magical experience but you can savor the same delicious dishes at Terrazza Italian Restaurant and embrace the same spirit. With the best ingredients from land and sea, Terrazza has prepared the Christmas and New Year’s Eve dinner menus with exquisite wine pairing options. The New Year’s Eve celebration begins with homemade tortellini with “Cappone” broth, followed by lentils and Cotechino sausage with rich Italian flavors.
The festive menu also includes stewed salt cod that infuses the signature Macanese ingredient with Italian cooking methods. Leave space in your belly for the Classic Christmas Panettone with Marsala wine sabayon which will conclude an exquisite dinner that transports your senses to the Mediterranean seas. The Christmas set dinner is priced at MOP $588 per person on December 24 and 25, 2019. The New Year’s Eve set dinner is priced at MOP $688 per person on December 31, 2019.
Terrazza Italian Restaurant 201, 2F, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Cotai, +853 8883 2221, www.galaxymacau.com
Cha Bei
CHA BEI goes beyond the realms of just tea aficionados. From the sophisticated setting to the nutritious dishes served stylishly, this dining hotspot has become the millennial crowd favorite for a great reason. If you’re yearning for casual dining with all the positive vibes, indulge in CHA BEI’s festive dinner feast that’s unlike you’ve ever had before.
It’s specially prepared by Chef Boon Neo featuring Tajima Australian wagyu tomahawk steak, sumptuous roast chicken and seafood paella. The festive menu that’s available until December 31, 2019 includes the lobster seafood paella priced at MOP $480 for two persons and the Tajima Australian wagyu tomahawk steak priced at MOP $1,598 for four persons.
CHA BEI 1047, 1/F, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Cotai, +853 8883 2221, www.galaxymacau.com
8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA
Festive celebrations are all about sharing the best experiences with your loved ones. With Executive Chef Antimo Merone at the helm, 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA is ready to dazzle your celebration with contemporary Italian cuisine and their warmest hospitality. Every ingredient used in the menu from milk-fed veal to wild amberjack and Mediterranean croaker is carefully sourced from around the world while they are in season, and every dish was born around the outstanding quality of these ingredients. December is also the best time of the year to enjoy premium white truffles from Alba. There are yet more culinary surprises for you to discover. Reserve your table at the only one Michelin starred Italian restaurant in Macau for a seasonal celebration that’s sure to be a cherished memory for ages.
8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA 1/F, 1031, Galaxy Macau, +853 8886 2169, www.galaxymacau.com
The Apron Oyster Bar & Grill
Meat lovers will always find great joy at The Apron Oyster Bar & Grill. Dine in the beautiful surroundings of this restaurant while munching on a meaty lobster from Australia. The house special–dry-aged premium beef is also a treasure worth tasting at this impressive dining destination. The Apron team has selected melt in your mouth Kagoshima A5 wagyu beef, and dry-aged for 42 days in 18-year Macallan whisky. Taking the dry-aging method to a new level, the steak is refined with the complex aroma of sherry oak casks. The price of this luscious steak is starting from MOP $788 at MOP $ 3.90 per gram, while the other festive special, grilled Australian rock lobster is priced at MOP $1,588 each (one kg).
The Apron Oyster Bar & Grill G108, GF, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Cotai, +853 8883 2221, www.galaxymacau.com
Café de Paris Monte-Carlo
Feel the air of French elegance this Christmas at Café de Paris Monte-Carlo. The first-ever outpost in Asia offers authentic French flavors set in stylish décor for guests to feel the romantic feeling of Paris without the hefty price tag of air travel. The glamorous café will be serving two different menus for Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Catch a glimpse of different French classics with wine pairings to add a dash of glamour to your celebrations. All the ingredients are meticulously chosen to deliver quintessentially French flavors.
Expect the Christmas Eve menu to include the classic beef Wellington; while on the New Year’s Eve menu, the Dover sole with sauce “Bonne Femme” is set to take the spotlight for a fitting end to an amazing year. The Christmas set dinner is priced at MOP $398 per person on December 24, 2019, and the New Year’s Eve set dinner is priced at MOP $448 per person on December 31, 2019.
Café de Paris Monte-Carlo G/F, G003, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baía da Nossa Senhora da Esperança, Cotai, +853 8883 2221, www.galaxymacau.com
Gosto
If you’re craving for Portuguese cuisine this holiday season, Gosto is the perfect place to indulge in flavorful “Bacalhau” and other culinary dishes that make Portugal’s Christmas celebration so unique. Gosto is a cozy location for both family gatherings and romantic dates. There is an array of delicious delights on the menu including poached codfish and sugar-coated fried bread with egg curd and lemon ice cream taking you on a sensory tour to the streets of Lisbon. The specialty dishes are priced from MOP $58.
Gosto G011, GF, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Cotai, +853 8883 2221, www.galaxymacau.com
Festiva
Fit for a king without the over-the-top opulence making you feel at home, Festiva ticks all the boxes for a family feast that will warm the hearts of many this holiday season. Enjoy a traditional festive roast – be it a beautiful, succulent turkey with all the trimmings or a slice of the savory beef Wellington. You’ll feel the Christmas spirit in full swing at Festiva with all the classic dishes and sweet treats. Seafood lovers are also in for a treat with an incredible spread of sashimi, poached and served on ice or expertly prepared in different styles including a teppanyaki lobster station.
Fancy something different? Festiva’s popular Indian and Chinese specials are always on offer showcasing how skillful the Festiva culinary team is. The buffet feast is on offer throughout the festive period, lunch buffet is priced at MOP $368 per person from December 21, 2019, to January 1, 2020. The dinner buffet is priced at MOP $528 per person from December 26 to 30, 2019 and January 1, 2020. It’s priced at MOP $628 per person on December 24, 25 and 31, 2019.
Festiva G007, GF, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Cotai, +853 8883 2221, www.galaxymacau.com
Urban Kitchen
Hop on a culinary cruise across the globe at JW Marriott Hotel Macau’s Urban Kitchen this festive season. There’s something for every fussy eater or foodie at this wonderful all-day dining location. With exquisite dishes such as traditional roasted turkey, holiday-inspired desserts and more, you’re sure to savor the season with beautiful memories with the whole family. The Christmas lunch buffet is available on December 24 & 25 and priced at MOP $398 per adult and MOP $195 per child. The Christmas dinner buffet is priced at MOP $788 per adult with one glass of sparkling rosé and MOP $338 per child.
Urban Kitchen 1/F, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baía da Nossa Senhora da Esperança, s/n, Cotai, +853 8886 6228, www.marriott.com
The Ritz-Carlton Café
Say “Bonjour” to a French-themed Christmas celebration at The Ritz-Carlton Café. Bringing an air of romance to your festive meal with menus inspired by the flavors of cosmopolitan boulevards and village marchés, delight in a sumptuous spread at this stylish location. Relish French-inspired winter classics from roasted turkey to chestnut mont blanc alongside free-flow drinks during the brunch session to embrace the relaxing festive atmosphere. The Ritz-Carlton Café Christmas set lunch is priced at MOP $488 per person for four courses. It’s available on December 23, 24, 26-28, 30, 31, 2019. The Ritz-Carlton Café Le Menu de Noël Christmas dinner menu is priced at MOP $988 per person including one glass of house wine.
The Ritz-Carlton Café The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, 3F, Estrada da Baia da Nossa Senhora, da Esperanca, Cotai, +853 8886 6712, www.theritzcarlton.com
Belon
Travel around the globe with sumptuous offerings at Banyan Tree Macau’s Belon. Be greeted with grandeur in a dramatic ocean-blue staircase and a dining room steeped in elegance. Belon’s reputation for premium seafood and grill is the inspiration for an exquisite five-course Christmas dinner set menu priced at MOP $1,088 per person that’s available on December 24 and 25. Embark on a memorable evening of white pearl oyster with a tangy mango nam jim sauce, followed by Yuzu marinated ceviche of scallop and tuna served with a refreshing fennel salad. The dessert featuring a red wine poached pear coated in dark chocolate topped with gingerbread gelato is beautiful beyond words and just perfect to cap off your festive night.
Belon Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baia de Nossa de Esperanca, Cotai, Macau,+853 8883 6090, www.banyantree.com
DEAN & DELUCA Café
Time well spent with your loved ones doesn’t need to expensive. Take your family to Dean & Deluca for some heartwarming hot chocolate! Nothing says Christmas better than a gingerbread house, the traditional treat that will complete your holiday season. It’s not just about sweets here. Celebrate the season the healthy way with a turkey sandwich or salad; or have an indulgent bite into the signature Reuben sandwich with layers of corned beef, melted Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut. This dining hotspot is perfect for all kinds of budget and crowd.
DEAN & DELUCA Café G107, GF, Galaxy Macau, Cotai, +853 8883 2221, www.galaxymacau.com
Passion. by Gérard Dubois
We’ve discovered the most precious gift for anyone this festive season. Send a friend a box of treats from Passion. by Gérard Dubois! Choose from a plethora of traditional sweet treats such as Christmas stollen and panettone for your family, friends, and colleagues. Not only will this special present impress but really touch hearts this lovely season. We particularly love the dark chocolate and raspberry log priced at MOP $188 and the Christmas pudding priced at MOP $40.
Passion. by Gérard Dubois G051 G/F, Galaxy Macau, Cotai, +853 8883 2221, www.galaxymacau.com
