Executive sous chef Hew Choong Yew at The Parisian Macao’s signature restaurant Lotus Palace is another one of a new wave of chefs redefining the dim sum experience. His new menu presents familiar dishes—steamed and pan-fried delicacies, buns, rice sheet rolls and congee—that guests would outwardly recognise, but that contain unconventional and upscale ingredients. Highlights include steamed black truffle dumpling with yam bean; scallop dumpling topped with a trio of crab roe; steamed bun with charcoal and salted egg custard; crispy glutinous rice dumplings with goose liver and dried scallop; rice sheet rolls with truffle and wild mushroom; congee with sliced abalone, cordyceps flower and shredded chicken; and pan-fried Chinese green tea pancakes with fresh mango. Don't miss other high-end ingredients newly-added to the menu such as the delicious Wagyu beef and umami-rich Sakura shrimps.

Lotus Palace, The Parisian Macao,
Estrada do Istmo, Lote 3, Cotai Strip
+853 8111 9260, parisianmacao.com

In celebration of the 80th anniversary of crocodile leather handbag brand Kwanpen, The Ritz-Carlton Bar & Lounge presents a fabulous fashion and tea collaboration. Taking its inspiration from the Singapore-based company’s Raffles Collection, the afternoon tea set includes a delectable menu of sweets such as silver chocolate Mont Blanc, red berry chocolate yule logs, pistachio éclairs, blueberry and lavender tarts, and assorted scones. Savouries include avocado mousse, shrimp salad; yellow bell pepper, apricot, salmon roe; king crab leg salad, tomato dust; smoked eel, soya glaze; and turkey yule log. For refreshments, guest can enjoy an impeccable selection of teas priced at MOP$488 or add two glasses of Perrier-Jouët Champagne for MOP$688. After tea, fashionistas are invited to explore Kwanpen’s collection at The Promenade Shops.

Until January 31
The Ritz-Carlton Bar & Lounge,
51/F, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baia da Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Cotai
+853 8886 6712, ritzcarlton.com

Kwanpen boutique
G055, G/F, The Promenade Shops, Galaxy Macau,
Estrada da Baia da Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Cotai,
+853 2882 5732, galaxymacau.com

Chef Fabrice Vulin’s stellar reputation is based on his ever-evolving style in classical French cuisine, which frequently delivers a contemporary surprise ranging from texture to refreshing flavour combinations. In addition, his close relationships with artisanal food suppliers means that he is able to obtain the most sought-after produce in the world, however limited it may be. Since taking the reins at The Tasting Room last summer, chef Vulin has brought his own interpretation of haute cuisine to the two Michelin-starred restaurant at City of Dreams, as evidenced in his exquisite set lunch menu featuring dishes that include Brittany cauliflower flan with shellfish salad; Scottish salmon, Pontoise cabbage ravioli served in yellow wine bouillon; and organic yellow chicken with pot-au-feu vegetables. Less concerned with rehashing the past than pushing toward the future, lunch here is rooted in Gallic cuisine but full of unexpected, and delightful elements.

The Tasting Room, Level 3, Crown Towers, City of Dreams, Estrada de Istmo
+853 8868 6681, cityofdreamsmacau.com

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