Welcome spring in full bloom this March! Macau is teeming with some of the coolest and most interesting events for all to enjoy and experience. Amongst them are cultural happenings such as performances, concerts and exhibitions, but also dining delights at luxury properties around town, plus several staycation surprises and relaxation packages to pamper yourself and your loved ones. March 8 marks International Women’s Day and we highlight this important date with an article on Historic Women in Macau: Empowering Communities Across Time. Have a great March and we hope you fully enjoy the start of a new (warmer) season.
DINING
Bar Stories Chapter 49 – Atelier by Tastebuds, Shanghai
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Vida Rica Bar presents its 49th Bar Stories chapter! This time, they welcome the mixology master from Atelier by Tastebuds, all the way from bustling Shanghai. A bar named on the prestigious 50 Best Discovery list, Atelier by Tastebuds, Shanghai is a “speakeasy-esque” spot from Daniel An of Antique. Catch its secret menu at Vida Rica Bar with originally crafted cocktails such as Cup of Tea, Forgive my Sins, Saffron G&T, Barrel Aged Vieux Carré, and the mocktail Greek Mule.
When: Tuesday–Thursday, March 16–18, 2021
Where: Vida Rica Bar, Mandarin Oriental, Macau, 945 Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau
For more information and bookings, call Vida Rica Bar at +853 8805 8928, send an email to [email protected] or check the event’s Facebook page
The St. Regis X Royal Albert 100 Years Afternoon Tea Set
The St. Regis Bar is crafting a London-themed luxurious treat that’ll leave everyone craving for more. The St. Regis x Royal Albert 100 years Afternoon Tea Set–now available every day–includes sumptuous and delightful bites such as smoked salmon roe with créme fraiche, blinis, and chives, but also quiche. As for choices of sandwiches, there’s Boston lobster with lemon vinaigrette, truffled egg mayonnaise and micro watercress, English cucumber with minted cream cheese, and more. On the sweet side, guests will be able to enjoy an array of freshly baked scones, Big Ben (orange crémeux, crispy and Earl Grey mousse), The London Eye (chocolate mousse, caramel cream with chocolate cake), and many other delicacies, paired with high-quality teas or coffee.
And because cocktails are always a great choice, The St. Regis Macao has also included a choice (per additional charge) of a cocktail or mocktail: matcha sour, peach bramble, and Earl Grey gimlet–their original mixes. For those looking to add a touch of classiness to their afternoon meal, Billecart-Salmon champagne is available, as well as caviar. This is just the perfect delight for a friends’ gathering or a romantic date with your partner. Try their afternoon tea, available every day, by booking now!
When: Daily, 2:00pm–5:30pm
Where: The St. Regis Bar, The St. Regis Macao, The Londoner Macao, Estrada do Istmo, s/n, Cotai, Macau
How much: MOP $398++ (for two persons), MOP $588++ (for two persons, inclusive of Billecart-Salmon champagne tea set), MOP $888++ (for two persons, inclusive of Baikal Oscietra caviar tea set)
For more information and bookings, call +853 2882 8898 or send an email to [email protected]
++ All prices are subject to 10% service charge and 5% government tax
Also read: 100 Years Afternoon Tea at The St. Regis Bar Macao: British Traditions & New York High Life
Ultimate Spring Dining Promotions at Grand Hyatt Macau
Marvel at the absorbing views on the 37th floor of Grand Club and satisfy your sweet tooth with their Ultimate Spring Tea this season. Highlights include signature luxury dim sum crafted with high-quality ingredients and recipes served in individual servings. There’s also a unique dessert trolley filled with tea-themed desserts for weekend delights over talks and laughs with friends and family. Sweets are crafted by Chef Jerry, infused with different premium tea leaves, ranging from jasmine tea to rose tea, mint tea to matcha.
When: Saturdays and Sundays, 2:30pm–4:30pm, March 1–April 30, 2021
Where: Grand Club, 37/F, Grand Hyatt Macau, City of Dreams, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai
How much: MOP $368 inclusive of Nespresso coffee or TWG tea (for two persons)
MOP $488 with two glasses of VCP, Nespresso coffee or TWG tea (for two persons)
For more information, call +853 8868 1234 or check here
Welcome spring in grand style with Beijing Kitchen’s glamorous and tasty seasonal spring menu! Featuring original dishes such as marinated scallops with prawns and Chinese toona, stewed bamboo shoot with chili or wok-fried sea whelk, fungus, bamboo shoot, and green beans, this menu is bursting with refreshing flavors perfect for the springtime.
When: March 11–April 30, 2021
Where: Beijing Kitchen, Grand Hyatt Macau, City of Dreams, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai
For more information and reservations, call +853 8868 1930 or check here
New Set Menu at Caffé B Macau: What’s for Lunch?
To treat its patrons and attract new guests, our favorite casual Italian restaurant, Caffé B Macau, recently launched new lunch set menus. From Mediterranean classics to chef’s innovative twists, the new set menus have all the chances to become your favorite middle-of-the-day meal in town. One winter afternoon, we headed to Nam Van Lake to visit Caffé B and see what’s for lunch!
Where: Caffé B Macau, Lake View Mansion Block 1, 744G-H Avenida Panorâmica do Lago Nam Van, Macau
How much: Starting at MOP $148 per menu
Read the full article here: New Set Menu at Caffé B Macau: What’s for Lunch?
Macau’s Finest Hot Dogs at Vida Rica Bar
Vida Rica Bar is having a pop-up dining delight featuring a wide range of hot dog recipes for all to enjoy these internationally loved snacks overlooking Mandarin Oriental, Macau’s panoramic views of Macau. Once you step into this foodie’s dream, expect to be amazed by all sorts of ingredients and condiments from all four corners of the world. From Paris to South Korea, Mandarin Oriental, Macau’s cooking team is crafting a series of different hot dogs for everyone to experience.
This original and creative pop-up includes several hot dogs recipes such as the Gangnam Dog with hot spicy pork sausage, kimchi and pork belly, but also Tikka Dog featuring homemade tikka chicken and purple cabbage, El Diablo–Spanish chorizo, peppers and chimichurri–and their signature, A Night in Paris. Inspired by French flavors, it starts with a Frankfurter sausage in an extra-long baguette, topped with Dijon mustard, lardons, and choucroute. Each one is paired with homemade fries where you can choose Disco or Diablo. Drink choices are between Samuel Adams beer or Goose Island IPA.
When: February 24–April 11, 2021
Where: Vida Rica Bar, Mandarin Oriental, Macau, 945 Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau
How much: Hot dogs – MOP $128–228
Drinks – From MOP $68
Fries – MOP $98 per portion
For more information and reservations, call Vida Rica Bar at +853 8805 8928 or send an email to [email protected]
Let’s Do a Luxe Lunch at The Manor
The Manor at The St. Regis Macao presents the new “Let’s do a Luxe Lunch” set menu–an all-new, special occasion lunch experience featuring luxurious gourmet specialties showcasing the finest imported seafood and premium cuts of meat.
The creation of Executive Sous Chef at The Manor, Michele Dell’Aquila, Let’s Do a Luxe Lunch represents an enhanced interpretation of the popular seasonal “Let’s do Lunch” menu, and offers diners an alternative to the traditional “hotel brunch” while showcasing some of the finest ingredients from the land and the sea for an unmistakably luxurious lunch experience.
When: 12:00pm–3:00pm, every Sunday, from February 21 onwards
Where: The Manor, The St. Regis Macao, The Londoner Macao, Estrada do Istmo, s/n, Cotai
How much: Four-course – MOP $588+ per person
Five-course – MOP $698+ per person
*Free flow Billecart-Salmon Brut Champagne package for an additional MOP $298 per person
Seasonal ‘Let’s Do Lunch in Fall’ three-course set – MOP $248 per person
For reservations or more information, email [email protected] or call +853 2882 8898
Stories of the Sea – The Seventh Chapter at The Manor
The latest evolution of The Manor’s Stories of the Sea – The Seventh Chapter presents a celebration of flavors showcasing the finest seafood sourced from all four corners of the globe. The six-course menu once again delights with exquisite Tennen madai, Alaskan king crab, John Dory, and sea urchin with red mullet bottarga, and it’s available with a specially curated wine pairing to elevate the dining experience even further.
When: 6:00pm–11:00pm, January 18–March 31, 2021
Where: The Manor, The St. Regis Macao, The Londoner Macao, Estrada do Istmo, s/n, Cotai
How much: Six-course set dinner – MOP $888 per person (MOP $1,288 with wine pairing)
For more information and bookings, send an email [email protected] or call +853 2882 8898
Arts & Culture
Hong Kung Night Market
Hong Kung Night Market has a wide range of booths, offering an extensive variety of local street food, cultural and creative items, family-friendly interactive games, and a variety of fun, themed carnival games. What better way to experience a glimpse of vintage Macau than spending an evening at the Hong Kung Night Market?
When: Weekends, March 6 and 7, 13 and 14, 20 and 21 and 27 and 28, 2021
Where: Largo do Pagode do Bazar Square, Rua de Cinco de Outubro, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, check here
Spotlight: Female Filmmakers – Forwarding Her Narrative
Cinematheque Passion is launching the curated program Spotlight: Female filmmakers – Forwarding HER Narrative in March. The program this month presents the struggles of women to gain equality and empowerment throughout history, which has been hampered and constantly pushed back due to what society (“other people”) has dictated. Yet, there are girls, women, mothers, daughters, sisters and wives throughout the generation that wanted to be more than those labels attached to them. The films in March 2021 to celebrate the works of filmmakers not just because of their gender, but also for their unflinching, urgent, and uncompromising stories of courage against all odds.
This program includes the screening of Babyteeth (2019, Australia), Good Manners (2017, Brazil, France), Lipstick Under my Burkha (2016, India), Radioactive (2020, U.K.), The Perfect Candidate (2019, Germany, Saudi Arabia) and The Third Wife (2019, Vietnam).
When: March 6–19, 2021
Where: Cinematheque Passion, 13 Travessa da Paixão, Macau
How much: MOP $60 per person
*Full-time students and senior citizens aged 65 or above can enjoy 50% discount. Each purchase of 10 tickets or more can enjoy 20% discount
For more information, check the official website
Macao Orchestra in March: Tango Music & Performances
On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Argentinian composer Astor Piazzolla, the Macao Orchestra presents the concert The Tango Legends – A Tribute to Piazzolla” at the Dom Pedro V Theatre, as well as various exceptional performances on Saturdays in March, bringing passionate music to every corner of the city.
The Orchestra presents Piazzolla’s famous works Libertango, Oblivion and excerpts of Las Cuatro Estaciones Porteñas, as well as various exuberant pieces such as Goran Bregovic’s Underground Tango and Carlos Gardel’s Por una Cabeza, moving the hearts of all music aficionados with their passionate melodies. Tango has been regarded as a derivative of bistro Argentinian culture for a long time. It was the Piazzolla who blended tango music with classical music, bringing it to the international stage and allowing audiences around the world to experience the passion of music.
When: The Tango Legends – A Tribute to Piazzolla – 8:00pm, Saturday, March 6, 2021
Music in Heritage – Travel with music – 2:30pm and 5:00pm, Saturday, March 13, 2021
The Future of Classical Music – 8:00pm, Saturday, March 20, 2021
When Music Speaks – Discover Mozart – 8:00pm, Saturday, March 27, 2021
Where: Dom Pedro V Theatre, Largo de Santo Agostinho, Macau, Casa Garden, 13 Praça de Luís de Camões, Macau, University Hall of the University of Macau, Avenida da Universidade, Taipa and Grand Auditorium, Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau
How much: The Tango Legends – A Tribute to Piazzolla – MOP $100–MOP $120
Music in Heritage – Travel with music, The Future of Classical Music and When Music Speaks – Discover Mozart – Free admission
For more information, call +853 2853 0782 or check their website
Exclusive Fashion Collections – Showroom
In the warm spring, when all the flowers bloom, we welcome the Year of the Ox. The Macao Fashion Gallery (MFG) presents a brand new exhibition on this occasion, 2021 Brand Story—Macao Original Fashion Exhibition, bringing a broad portfolio of works and wonderful events all year round. Local fashion brands are taking charge of the overall arrangement of the exhibition. Fashion design and spatial art together tell different stories at the MFG, hoping to impress fashion enthusiasts with passion and sincerity.
The exhibition is staged in eight phases. The youthful and sweet female clothing brand Nega C. is the first to be displayed. The designer brings the latest series which incorporates Chinese style elements and combines traditional cheongsam design with modern styles, portraying the image of gentle and graceful modern Chinese women. Through these works, the public can savor the stories behind them. In addition, a sales space, the 2021 Exclusive Fashion Collections—Showroom, is available, bringing together clothing and accessories from over 30 local original brands. The public is welcome to participate and purchase their favorite products.
When: January 13–March 14, 2021
Where: Macao Fashion Gallery, 47 Rua de S. Roque, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, call +853 2835 3341 or check their website
“Bloom of Youth” Concert
Renowned young conductor Chen Bing and Beijing Chinese Orchestra are invited to present chamber music works by the two ensembles. In addition, famous Taiwanese composer Lin Hsin-Pin is invited to produce a piece that combines Chinese and Western culture and cultural resources of Macau to conquer the hearts of many music aficionados with gorgeous fashion and heavenly melody.
When: 8:00pm, Friday, March 26, 2021
Where: Grand Auditorium, Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau
How much: MOP $120–200 per person
For more information, check here
Macau Social Club Presents a Day at the Races
This March, the Macau Social Club presents an exclusive day at the races, featuring actual horse racing, but also yum cha, champagne to sip amongst friends, and fashion as well.
When: Sunday, 4:30pm–10:00pm, March 14, 2021
Where: Macau Jockey Club, Hipódromo da Taipa, Taipa
How much: Macau Social Club – MOP $550 (members), MOP $650 (guests)
*Costs include Yum Cha and free-flowing beverages all day long
For more information and bookings, send an email to [email protected] or check the event’s Facebook page
Walking Culture – Outdoor and Indoor Collective Exhibition
Taipa Village Cultural Association is delighted to present the first show of the year, entitled “Walking Culture – Outdoor and Indoor Collective Exhibition”, in collaboration with thirteen Macau and international artists who hosted exhibitions at Taipa Village Art Space between 2016 and 2020. A diverse collection of artworks handpicked by the artists, the exhibition features paintings, illustrations, photography, movie posters, zines and more.
As a distinctive art showcase for Taipa Village Cultural Association’s past few years, this breakout exhibition brings together a unique combination of outdoor art installations and interior displays of selected works by thirteen individual and collaborative talents from Macau and across the world, creating a visual spectacle richly endowed with cultural heritage, interactivity and art appreciation. Going beyond a conventional indoor display, the experience takes art-lovers outdoors, enticing them to stroll among the heritage spots and historic lanes of Taipa Village as they explore the culture, the charm and the distinctive atmosphere of the district.
Notable artists featured in the exhibition include graffiti pioneer P.I.B.G.; photographic artists Hugo Teixeira and Chan Hin Io; illustration and visual artists Fan Sai Hong, Ana Aragão, Un Chi Wai and Rui Rasquinho; renowned master painter Lio Man Cheong; mixed-media artists Tong Chong, Allen Wong, and Bonnie Leong & Kitty Leung; film director and producer Maxim Bessmertny; and indie publishing collective ZINECOOP HK.
When: February 3–March 31, 2021
Where: Taipa Village Art Space, 10 Rua Dos Clérigos, Taipa
How much: Free admission
For more information, call +853 2857 6116 or check their Facebook page
Pátio Memories – Exhibition of Life in Pátios and Becos in the Bygone Days
The Cultural Affairs Bureau presents the exhibition “Pátio Memories – Exhibition of Life in Pátios and Becos in the Bygone Days” at Pátio da Eterna Felicidade, allowing the public to experience the life of Macau people in the bygone days and deepen their understanding of the architectural and spatial characteristics of the buildings. With the restoration work on the exterior façade of the buildings at 8 and 10, Pátio da Eterna Felicidade completed and the outdoor space at 14, Pátio da Eterna Felicidade opened, visitors can appreciate the architectural appearance of Pátio da Eterna Felicidade.
Currently, there are nearly 200 streets named “pátio” or “beco” in Macau. Among them, the area of Pátio da Eterna Felicidade near the Ruins of St. Paul’s College and Freguesia de Santo António is relatively large and has been better preserved. It features traditional Chinese residential buildings of varying heights but in a coherent style, showing the distinctive characteristics of pátios. This exhibition will present the daily lives of residents in pátios in the past through illustrations, videos and photographs in a diverse and interesting way, themed on three essential aspects in our lives – “food”, “lifestyle” and “playtime”, revealing the culture and customs of people living in patios and alleys in bygone days. In collaboration with local illustrator Un Chi Wai, the exhibition features a variety of scenes and characters inspired by life in these places, making it a lively and interesting experience for the public.
When: From February 7, 2021
Where: Pátio da Eterna Felicidade, Rua da Felicidade, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, call +853 8988 4000 or check here
Wellness & Staycations
Relax and Reward Package Offer at Shine Spa
Shine Spa at Sheraton Grand Macao is offering a super value “Relax and Reward” three-month treatment package deal with your choice of discounted Elemental Herbology treatments–designed to revitalize and rejuvenate the body and give lasting vitality to the skin–for half price! The Relax and Reward package combines great value and flexibility, with spa guests able to redeem their treatments over a three-month period and receive a 50% discount on all full-priced spa treatments. Priced at MOP $5,000, guests can design a program of Elemental Herbology treatments depending on their needs and preferences from the extensive menu of spa experiences, all at 50% off, including massage, facial, and body treatments as well as full use of Shine Spa’s jacuzzi, steam room, and sauna facilities.
The Relax and Reward package offer allows spa guests to treat themselves to the Elemental Herbology approach to skin health and wellness that blends Eastern and Western traditions and is inspired by the five elements of Feng Shui–Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water–activating natural ingredients to boost vital energy and rebalance the core essence. Among the extensive selection of treatments is Shine Spa’s signature massage, which indulges the senses through a series of slow strokes aided by Shine Spa’s soothing massage oil. For a more intense treatment, the Muscle Melt massage addresses specific muscular areas using deep movements that manipulate the body’s soft tissues, which helps unravel tension in sore and tight muscles, relieve stress, leaving guests thoroughly relaxed.
When: Ongoing
Where: Shine Spa, Level 3, Sky Tower, Sheraton Grand Macao, The Londoner Macao, Estrada do Istmo, s/n, Cotai
How much: MOP $5,000 (valid for a three-month period)
For more information and reservations, call +853 8113 0222 or send an email to [email protected]
Delightful Spring at Mandarin Oriental, Macau
Welcome spring with fantastic views of the city and remarkable dining experiences, while staycation-ing at Mandarin Oriental, Macau. This time-limited staycation includes accommodation in a Deluxe Bay View Room and daily dining credit of MOP $500 to fully enjoy all the dining offers: from the Lobby Lounge to Vida Rica Bar or the pool deck, there’s plenty to share amongst friends and family. Be sure to take some days off from all the hustle and bustle and get ready to fully relax and enjoy all the wonderful hotel amenities with your loved ones!
When: From now till April 30, 2021
Where: Mandarin Oriental, Macau, 945 Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau
How much: From MOP $1,688 per night (per room)
*20% savings for all treatments at The Spa
For more information and bookings, call +853 8805 8822 or send an email to [email protected]
Spa Indulgence With Afternoon Tea at Iridium Spa
The St. Regis Macao presents the ultimate immersive afternoons with the “Spa Indulgence with Afternoon Tea” bringing together a spa treatment at Iridium Spa with the extravagance of a St. Regis Afternoon Tea. Perfect for couples or friends to enjoy together and priced at MOP $1,988+ for two, the “Spa Indulgence with Afternoon Tea” combining an 80-minute signature personalized gemstone treatment performed by their expert therapists. From there, guests can choose to have their signature Afternoon Tea served at Iridium Spa or make an occasion of it at The St. Regis Bar.
At Iridium Spa, guests can tailor their 80-minute gemstone treatment to their needs and preferences, as well as enjoy the captivating views of the Cotai Strip in one of 10 treatment suites. With a customized gemstone treatment performed in tranquil surroundings, guests will enjoy a sense of rejuvenation and energy, as well as healthier, more revitalized skin. With afternoon tea served either at the spa or at The St. Regis Bar, guests can continue the indulgence with a selection of sweet and savory treats including smoked salmon roe blini, quiche, sandwiches, and a range of British-inspired sweets including freshly baked scones, Big Ben mousse, and London Eye chocolate cake.
When: Until June 30, 2021
Where: Iridium Spa, 38th Floor, The St. Regis Macao, The Londoner Macao, Estrada do Istmo, s/n, Cotai
How much: MOP $1,988 per person
For more information and bookings, call +853 8113 4949, email [email protected] or check here
Suite Spring Staycation at Mandarin Oriental, Macau
Book a wonderful suite at Mandarin Oriental, Macau, and get ready to be pampered through a series of amenities and food experiences at this property facing the waterfront, featuring unmissable views of the city. This suite accommodation includes a breakfast buffet for two at Vida Rica Restaurant plus a daily dining credit of MOP $700 to fully enjoy lunch, dinner, and why not top off the night with some cocktails!
When: From now till April 30, 2021
Where: Mandarin Oriental, Macau, 945 Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau–
How much: From MOP $2,288 per room (per night)
Price is subject to 10% service charge and 5% government tax
*20% savings for all treatments at The Spa
For more information and bookings, call +853 8805 8822 or send an email to [email protected]
