A new, ever-changing season is upon us and with it, new products, ingredients, colors and flavors! There are numerous venues and events to join this November in town. If you’re eager to try out new dishes and have cool dining experiences, you’ve come to the right place: here, we let you in all there’s to know on the best food selections for this month. Read on and find out what to savor and where to book a table this November in Macau.
Stories of the Sea – The Sixth Chapter at The Manor
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The latest evolution of The Manor’s ocean-inspired special dinner menu has arrived with the release of “Stories of the Sea – The Sixth Chapter” featuring eight courses showcasing the finest selection of seafood sourced from the oceans around the world. Executive Sous Chef Michele Dell’Aquila has evolved the menu to highlight the best flavors of the season which are then matched to the highest quality seafood including the renowned Boston lobster, bluefin tuna, and Dover sole.
To start, Boston lobster is served alongside earthy flavors such as smoked artichoke heart, black truffle, and asparagus, giving contrast to the inherent richness and sweetness of the lobster. An intensely rich onion soup with oyster using sweet onions from Auxonne in France follows, garnished with the exclusive Sevruga caviar, with the strong sea flavors of the oyster and the caviar balanced by the sweetness of the onions.
When: 6:00pm–11:00pm, From now until December 30, 2020
(Not available between December 21 and 25, 2020)
Where: The Manor, The St. Regis Macao, The Londoner Macao, Estrada do Istmo, s/n, Cotai, Macao SAR, P.R. China
How much: MOP $888 per person, MOP $1,288 per person with the paired wine package
For more information and bookings, call +853 2882 8898 or send an email to [email protected]
The Pasta Bar by Chef Marco at Vida Rica Restaurant
Looking for a place to enjoy as much homemade and traditional Italian fare you can have? Head to Mandarin Oriental, Macau as Chef Marco de Boni draws on the traditions and techniques of his ancestor’s recipes, bringing the finest handmade pasta reflecting Italy’s rich regional diversity at Vida Rica Restaurant. With breathtaking views of the city, feast upon original dishes by this chef, savor different types of pasta, and have a blast amongst friends and family.
When: Thursday–Saturday, November 1–30, 2020
Where: Vida Rica Restaurant, Mandarin Oriental, Macau, 945 Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau
For more information and reservations, call +853 8805 8918 or send an email to [email protected]
António: Creativity & Tradition Walk Hand in Hand in Chef David Abreu’s Kitchen
Nestled in Taipa Village, António is a Portuguese restaurant serving traditionally made dishes from its country of origin. With a classical decoration and delicious recipes, it now has a new chef since March 2020. David Abreu is Portuguese and has worked all around, with its last collaboration being the three Michelin starred restaurant in Berkshire (England), Waterside Inn.
There he learned discipline and rules with some of the best from the food world; previous experiences brought him inspiration and an incredible sense of creativity. Overall, the importance of never giving up and to always strive to get and be better at this craft. We sat down with the chef–over some of his newest creations–at António to chat about what’s next and how he’s enjoying this new Macau chapter.
20th Macau Food Festival
November brings delicious food to the forefront in Macau, with the 20th Macau Food Festival gathering more than 100 local businesses to display Macau’s unique cuisine culture, combining both Chinese and Western styles. No matter whether you come with friends or family, you are sure to find shared joy at the food festival. There are also cool games and fun booths to try out, especially for those looking to win prizes and surprises!
When: Monday–Thursday, 5:00pm–11:00pm, Friday–Sunday, 3:00pm–00:00am, November 13–29, 2020
Where: Sai Van Lake Square, Largo da Torre de Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, call +853 2857 5765 or check their website
Delicate Set Lunch Menus at Casa Don Alfonso
Chef Giovanni Galeota has designed a brand-new series of set lunch menus featuring organic Italian ingredients and Toscana extra virgin olive oil. You will get to sample a traditional Italian appetizer, main course, and desserts presented with the joyful vibe of Chef Galeota’s home in Italy. These new set lunch menus include different choices. For the entrée, opt between fresh burrata with grilled bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and Don Alfonso anchovies, smoked organic chicken breast with cucumber granita, aged balsamic reduction, and candied clementine, or grilled cuttlefish gnocchi with peas sauce, black ink, and potato.
As for mains, the restaurant showcases pan-seared sole fish with green asparagus, spinach, and Jerusalem artichoke, but also Japanese sea bream in “Acqua Pazza” style with garlic bruschetta, or Australian sirloin beef with seasonal vegetables and hollandaise sauce. Between pasta and pizza options, there’s fusilli pasta with clams and arugula pesto sauce, angel hair with citrus zests and sautéed shrimps, or pizza Napoletana with nduja, Italian bacon, San Marzano tomato sauce and fior di latte.
When: Ongoing
Where: Casa Don Alfonso, Grand Lisboa, 2-4 Avenida De Lisboa, Macau
How much: Two-course menus – MOP $300 or MOP $360 per person
Four-course menu – MOP $430 per person
For more information and bookings, call +853 8803 7722 or check the event’s website
“Diamonds of the Kitchen” Seasonal Truffle Menu at The Manor
The Manor at The St. Regis Macao presents a limited-edition six-course menu of exquisite culinary fare featuring the rich, earthy flavors of white and black truffles from Italy until the end of November. Crafted by Executive Sous Chef, Michele Dell’ Aquila, the special “Diamonds of the Kitchen” six-course set dinner menu sparkles with a selection of dishes showcasing the finest white and black truffles from Piedmont.
Highlights of the “Diamonds of the Kitchen” menu include Blackmore Waygu Beef MS9 carpaccio served with umeshu and yuzu jelly, foie gras torchon and dressed with shavings of white truffle, as well as a choice of classic northern Italian comfort food–house-made egg tagliolini with Bordier butter, porcini mushroom, and white truffle or Acquerello risotto with gold foil, artichoke, Japanese mushroom, and white truffle. For something more substantial, the “Diamonds of the Kitchen” menu offers Guinea fowl breast glazed with spices, served with salt-baked French carrots and black truffles, followed by an Australian wagyu beef fillet with Romanesco broccolini, potato galette, morel mushroom, and white truffle.
When: 6:00pm–11:00pm, from now till November 29, 2020
Where: The Manor, The St. Regis Macao, The Londoner Macao, Estrada do Istmo, s/n, Cotai
How much: MOP $1,588 per person or MOP $1,988 per person with the paired wine package
For more information, visit their website and for reservations, call +853 2882 8898 or send an email to [email protected]
Lobster Roll with Champagne at Vida Rica Bar
This is a great deal for all lobster lovers, but also those looking for a romantic moment or to meet up with friends over some delectable lobster rolls and bubbly champagne! Indulge in freshly cooked lobster wrapped in a toasted brioche bun, perfectly paired with Veuve Clicquot champagne at Vida Rica Bar while enjoying the beautiful view of the Macau skyline.
When: November 26–December 13, 2020
Where: Vida Rica Bar, Mandarin Oriental, Macau, 945 Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau
For more information and reservations, call Vida Rica Bar at +853 8805 8928 or send an email to [email protected]
Dine at one of the oldest restaurants in Macau
Macau has a rich and powerful history like no other place. This Special Administrative Region is, among others, synonymous with a high-end lifestyle, with themed parties in local nightclubs, friends gathering in hotel pools, and fancy restaurants. The latter usually took place at lunch in iconic spots around town that still stand to this day.
Here is our list of the oldest restaurants in Macau that are a part of the city’s history, and well worth checking out if you’re in a “traveling down memory lane” kind of mood. Book a table at one–or some!–of these vintage restaurants in town for a delicious and nostalgic meal.
Café Chop Suey at Vida Rica Bar
For 10 days only, Vida Rica Bar is presenting a Chinese culinary pop-up with oriental favorites and new interpretations of traditional dishes while bringing together colorful produce, bold flavors, and taste profiles. Interested in trying this? Reserve a table there and try an array of delicious dishes by Mandarin Oriental, Macau experienced team.
When: November 12–22, 2020
Where: Vida Rica Bar, Mandarin Oriental, Macau, 945 Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau
For more information and reservations, call Vida Rica Bar at +853 8805 8928 or send an email to [email protected]
Seasonal Hairy Crab Menus at Sands Resorts Macao and Sands Macao
Sands Resorts Macao and Sands Macao are offering a hairy crab autumn feast featuring the iconic Chinese seasonal delicacy. La Chine, Lotus Palace, Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao (Sands Cotai Central), and Golden Court are presenting the prized ingredient served whole and in a variety of delicious dishes.
When: October 23–November 30, 2020
Where: La Chine, Lotus Palace, The Parisian Macao, Lote 3, Estr. do Istmo, Cotai Strip, Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao, Shop 1026, Level 1, Sands Cotai Central, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai and Golden Court, 3/F, Sands Macao, 203 Largo de Monte Carlo, Macau
For more information and bookings, call La Chine at +853 8111 9210 or send an email to [email protected] or +853 8111 9260 or send an email to [email protected] for Lotus Palace. For Crystal Jade, call +853 8113 8998 or send an email to [email protected] and for Golden Court, call +853 8983 8222
