Maven of Macau

09/07/2024

Tourist hotspots come in all types, with Macau Parks being an underrated attraction. Come learn about Lou Lim Ieoc Garden, Camoes Park, the Kun Iam Waterfront Leisure Area and more in our handy guide!

Macau Parks: Info on Macau's 3 best parks: Camoes Garden, Lou Lim Ieoc Garden and Guia Park, as well as the Giant Panda Pavilion at Saec Pai Van Park

08/07/2024

Not sure which hotel is right for you in Cotai? Come take a look at our Cotai Strip Hotel Guide! Learn all about reasons to stay and reasons to visit! We've got Paris, Venice, London, Broadway, Galaxies, and more all covered!

Power rankings of all Cotai Strip Hotels, outlining reasons to stay and reasons to visit, based on the casino, rooms, shopping, dining, bars, and amenities

05/07/2024

With 11 hotels on the Cotai Strip, it might be difficult to get a handle on what's going on there. That's why we've made this guide to Cotai Strip Attractions, that dives into Cotai's best dining, entertainment, spas, shopping and children activities

Cotai Strip Attractions: What to Do in Cotai and the Cotai Strip, including dining, spas, live music, and nightclubs

02/07/2024

A decade ago, Macau wasn't exactly party central if you were visiting with children. Options were limited with not many attractions devoted exclusively to them. Fast forward to 2024 and kids have got it made there now, so much so that it's become a very family friendly destination. From pandas to water parks, play zones to museums, there's enough to keep them engaged and entertained for a good week or more.
Check it all out in our exclusive guide below!

Best Macau Children activities include the Eiffel Tower, Giant Panda Pavilion, Studio City Water Park, Legend Heroes Park and much more

01/07/2024

We just finished an awesome Chef's Corner interview with Betty Fung, now it's time for the Lanovab review!
Serving great Western-Asian fusion, some of their dishes are exquisite, in particular the Caldo Verde Soup, Pomelo Salad and various pastas.
Top everything off with a perfect pastry later on, to complete an awesome meal!
The Lavender Lemon Tart and Tiramisu are to die for!

Lanovab Review: Betty Fung, the best pastry chef in Asia, has set up shop in Taipa. Her Lemon Tart and Tiramisu are to die for

28/06/2024

Chef's Corner is back with Betty Fung, the best pastry chef in Macau!

Now running LaNova B in Taipa, she discusses her prized pastries, signature dishes, culinary journey and so much more, in this exclusive interview!

One thing's for sure, if you're not trying her Lavender Lemon Tart when in Macau, then you're missing out!

Join us for an exclusive interview with Betty Fung, Macau's best pastry chef! She discusses her new restaurant LaNova B and so much more!

27/06/2024

Abalone Ah Yat used to be connected to the legendary Yeung Koon-Yat, otherwise known as the "Abalone King" and "Chef of the Century". Located on the 7th floor of Hotel Fortuna, some of his dim sum is to die for, in particular the Japanese Grilled Salmon Rolls, Nostalgic Shark’s Fin Dumplings, and Original Abalone Cake.

To read about my excellent lunch there, just hit the link below!

Abalone Ah Yat Review: Great restaurant on the 7th floor of Hotel Fortuna, brought to you by acclaimed "Chef of the Century" Yeung Koon Yat

26/06/2024

Up the steps from 10 Fantasia in the St. Lazarus District, is an Italian bistro named Fantasia Kitchen.
Recommended by people in the know, they sadly don't know as much as they think!
To review the carnage, please follow the link below!

Fantasia Kitchen review: Lame Italian restaurant in the St. Lazarus District has me running for Antica and Aurora. Strongly avoid.

25/06/2024

The Elaine Series will be taking a break for a short while, as we await our return to Macau. Here's one more for your perusal though, a Hong Style Cafe just outside of Taipa Village.

Without a doubt, it's her best recommendation yet!

For the full review of Hei Lin Cafe, hit the link below!

Hei Lin Cafe Review: Hong Kong style cafe in Taipa does many good Chinese dishes. Often packed at lunch, be prepared to wait in line

24/06/2024

The Elaine series keeps on keeping on with Rest Yangon, a good Burmese restaurant in Taipa Village.

Some really good dishes here, click the link below to learn more!

https://mavenofmacau.com/restaurants/rest-yangon/

17/06/2024

Duckling Gourmet is a renowned local restaurant in Taipa. Usually frequented by elder locals, its house specialty is roasted meats.

Restaurant #2 in the Elaine Series is here!

Follow the link below!

https://mavenofmacau.com/restaurants/duckling/

16/06/2024

The "Elaine series" begins in earnest! We kick things off with Xiao Sheng Xuan, a Japanese ramen restaurant in Taipa Village. With 8 more of these to follow, let's hope it's nowhere but up from here!

https://mavenofmacau.com/restaurants/xiao-sheng-xuan-japanese-ramen/

21/08/2023

Macau Soul is not only the best wine bar in Macau, but all of Asia!

Exclusively Portuguese, the wine list is exceptional, full of brilliant reds, whites, ports and madeiras. The food menu is awesome too, highlighted by imported British cheeses, home made hummus, pata negra and special salads.

A stupendously gorgeous space, coupled with awesome service and superlative 1950's jazz, Macau Soul is quite simply the pinnacle of life.
https://mavenofmacau.com/macau-travel-guide/macau-soul/

As people in the know say: One does not visit Macau without visiting Macau Soul!

Macau Soul: A magical house of Hummus, Baumkuchen, and the best Portuguese wine in Asia. One does not visit Macau without visiting MacauSoul

21/08/2023

The best meals in Macau are often prepared in the kitchen of a Portuguese restaurant, and that's straight facts!

Learn all about the best Portuguese dishes and restaurants to try them in, in our special Portuguese Food Guide!

https://mavenofmacau.com/portuguese-food-guide/

I'm getting hungry just thinking about it!

15/08/2023

Generally regarded as the first fusion food on planet Earth, Macanese food is a must try when in Macau! Check out its best dishes and the restaurants to try them in, in our exclusive Macanese food guide! Only at the Maven of Macau!
https://mavenofmacau.com/macanese-food-guide/

08/07/2023

The Maven is back in Macau after 3 long long years. Currently looking for full-time work here in Macau. Anyone know any good jobs??? Let's work together!!!