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Katya Maia

Katya Maia

co-founder, sales & partnerships director

Katya Maia is an expert in digital media, marketing and social media. Having initially conceptualized MacauLifestyle.com she understands the real demand for a digital media agency in Macau. In just over two years, under her supervision, the company grew to be the #1 online lifestyle destination in Macau.

Originally from Moscow, she moved to Macau eight years ago and has been partaking in city’s growth, previously working in an integrated resort and in a luxury concierge travel agency.

Katya has also completed a publishing course at Condé Nast College in London and over the years has built significant experience in the hospitality, travel and luxury lifestyle industries.

In her role as the Sales and Partnerships Director Katya has been actively developing the business as well as branching it out to other emerging areas such as digital marketing, PR and communications.

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Wake Up Here: Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai

  • 15 March, 2020
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The best international hotels have opened in Dubai with the most exciting opening, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai, which we had the pleasure to stay at.

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Chef Vicky Lau: Being Asia’s Best Female Chef & Work-Life Balance

  • 5 March, 2020
  • by Katya Maia

Michelin stars and awards won’t stop Chef Vicky Lau. She keeps on perfecting Tate Dining Room and supporting other females through events and collabs.

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Chef José Avillez on The Glorious History & Exciting Future of Portuguese Cuisine

  • 3 March, 2020
  • by Katya Maia

A master storyteller captivating guests with interesting flavors, Chef José Avillez shares how each dish tells of Portugal’s culture and evolving identity.

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Chef Ana Roš: Showcasing Slovenian Cuisine on the Global Stage

  • 25 February, 2020
  • by Katya Maia

Chef Ana Roš was named the world’s best female chef of 2017 by the World’s 50 Best Restaurants, and she shares her journey to success with us.

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How Thierry Chow’s Go Lucky Method Will Bring You More Fortune in 2020

  • 19 February, 2020
  • by Katya Maia

Thierry Chow has become the city’s go-to for contemporary feng shui advice. We reached out to Thierry to learn how to bring us more fortune in 2020!

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Being a Chief Winemaker With Paul Lapsley of Hardys Wines

  • 26 January, 2020
  • by Katya Maia

Paul Lapsley of Hardys Wines shares about all things wine that matter, from Chinese food wine pairing to global warming, and more!

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S.Pellegrino’s Gabriele Falcone on Italian Excellence

  • 7 January, 2020
  • by Katya Maia

S.Pellegrino is associated with gastronomy, actively promoting fine-dining culture and supporting new gastronomic talent with “S.Pellegrino Young Chef”.

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Top Chef Graham Elliot Loves Macau’s Wet Market & Healthy Eating

  • 2 December, 2019
  • by Katya Maia

Award-winning Chef Graham Elliot is not only a restaurateur but also a television personality and cookbook author. In 2018, Chef Elliot opened his first restaurant project in Asia, Coast at MGM Cotai, introducing contemporary American cuisine to the city’s gastronomy scene.

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Introducing Pili Nut to the World with James and Steve Costello

  • 25 November, 2019
  • by Katya Maia

Dr. James Costello and Dr. Steve Costello not only rediscovered the pili nut but also introduced Mount Mayon Pili Nuts to the global food scene.

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World’s #1 Chef Mauro Colagreco on What’s Next After Reaching the Top

  • 4 November, 2019
  • by Katya Maia

His third Michelin Star in January and in June, #1 on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants, we sat down with Chef Mauro to congratulate him and ask what’s next.

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