(Hong Kong and Macau, 23 July 2018) ─ On 20 July, Galaxy Macau hosted an exclusive “Red Mansion Feast” media dinner at CHINA ROUGE to celebrate the launch of the resort’s HuaiYang cuisine promotion. Elite regional media and special guests of honor were invited to enjoy a sumptuous menu sharing the essence of Huai Yang food and culture, prepared by Master Guest Chef Ju Chang Long and Galaxy Macau’s own team of culinary masters – as Galaxy Macau once again proved to be the dining destination in Asia.

The Red Mansion Feast was attended by around 80 leading members of the press from Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau as well as Macau government representatives, including Mr. Cheng Wai Tong, Deputy Director of Macao Government Tourism Office. Attending guests also included Mr. Shen Hong Fei, famed Chinese food critic and Chief Consultant on the food documentary A Bite of China, who is joining Chef Ju Chang Long, an authority of HuaiYang cuisine, and Galaxy Macau’s talented in-house chefs to engage in cultural exchange and learn from one another’s diverse gastronomic experience. 

The media dinner and the upcoming HuaiYang cuisine promotion at Galaxy Macau are presented in support of the Macao Government Tourism Office’s “2018 Macao Year of Gastronomy”. Galaxy Entertainment Group is making every effort to support Macao as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. Gastronomy is an integral part of Macau’s cultural identity, and this program will serve to enhance Macau’s reputation as a home to innovative culinary developments.

Prepared with excellence and care by Guest Chef Ju Chang Long along with Galaxy Macau’s own culinary talents, the dishes served in the media dinner were inspired by the plot and concept of "Dream of the Red Mansion", with an exceptional selection of distinctive ingredients from Yangtze River; bringing together exquisite flavors and meticulous preparations, to re-live the traditional food and culture. Dishes included Stir-fried Fish Maw and Egg White topped with Baby Hairy Crab Roe; Bird's Nest Soup with Dried Scallops, Shrimp Balls, Quail Eggs and Matsutake; and Braised Abalone with Fish Balls.

Lea Zhang, Vice President of Media Relations, Galaxy Entertainment Group, said, “We are very proud that Macau has been listed as a Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO. Food is an important part of cultural identity. As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau is always pushing to deliver the most delectable and diverse dining experiences to our discerning guests. Food lovers will discover a treasure trove of taste this summer during the HuaiYang cuisine promotion, when we bring one of China’s most exemplary regional cuisines to everyone in Macau. I give my warmest thanks to Mr. Cheng Wai Tong, Deputy Director of the Macao Government Tourism Office; members of the press, and all our special guests of honor for their attendance.”

Visit Galaxy Macau, THE dining destination in Asia, from 23 July to 8 September to savor the inspiring tastes of HuaiYang cuisine at Festiva, Lugang Cafe and The Noodle Kitchen.

Festiva

Take your taste buds on an inspiring gastronomic journey with more than 30 perfectly prepared Huai Yang dishes at Festiva, the well-known international buffet restaurant. Highlights include Huai Yang Marinated Goose with Speiced Salt Broth, Braised Chinese White Longsnout with Bamboo Shoot and Ham, Steamed Pork Meat Balls with Glutinous Rice, Grilled Spicy Yabbies with 13 Spices, made with exquisite ingredients such as Chinese white longsnout from the Yangtze River and young hairy “June Yellow Crab”, to provide new choices for Macau diners.

Lunch Buffet: from MOP 268 per person / Dinner Buffet: from MOP 488* per person

Lugang Cafe

Discover traditional HuaiYang cuisine at Lugang Cafe, where all Huai Yang special dishes are priced from MOP 98*. Highlights include Stewed Bamboo Shoots with Blue Yabbies, Double-boiled Chicken Soup with Fish Maw and Matsutake and Braised Chinese White Longsnout with Preserved Vegetables. A glass of Taiwan’s famous Bubble Tea and a Shave Ice dessert topped with the freshest fruits of the season complete this incredible summer dining experience.

The Noodle Kitchen

Feast on delectable hand-pulled noodles and the finest HuaiYang cuisine at The Noodle Kitchen this summer. With prices starting from MOP 88, highlights include Tossed Noodle with Baby Hairy Crab Roe, Double-boiled Chicken Soup with Matsutake and Tofu, Stir-fried Fish Maw and Egg White Topped with Baby Hairy Crab Roe.

Exclusive Soup Dumpling at Galaxy Macau

In addition, Galaxy Macau's skilled culinary team has collaborated with Chef Ju and Mr. Shen Hong Fei, the chief consultant of China's leading food documentary “A Bite of China”, to create a unique soup dumpling encompassing superb cooking skills and unique ingredients that include Yunnan matsutake mushroom and snow crab imported from Japan. Presented on a bed of pine needles and dusted with gold flakes, it resembles a golden egg on a nest. The soup dumpling will be available for a limited time only at Galaxy Macau. If you want to taste a soup dumpling created by famous Chinese culinary talents, don’t miss this exclusive opportunity! Please check the Galaxy Macau official website https://www.galaxymacau.com/en/ for more details.

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	Galaxy Macau hosted an exclusive “Red Mansion Feast” media event at CHINA ROUGE on 20 July. Guests in attendance were members of the regional press and special guests of honor, including Mr. Cheng Wai Tong, Deputy Director of the Macao Government Tourism Office.
	Mr. Shen Hong Fei (middle), famed Chinese food critic and Chief Consultant on the food documentary A Bite of China, who is joining Chef Ju Chang Long (right), an authority of HuaiYang cuisine,  and Galaxy Macau’s talented in-house chefs lead by Chef Simon Tho (left) to engage in cultural exchange　and learn from one another’s diverse gastronomic experience.
	Red Mansion Art Display in “Red Mansion Feast” hosted by Galaxy Macau at CHINA ROUGE on 20 July.
	Galaxy Macau hosted an exclusive “Red Mansion Feast” media event at CHINA ROUGE on 20 July. One of the main courses was Stir-fried Fish Maw and Egg White Topped with Baby Hairy Crab Roe.
	Galaxy Macau hosted an exclusive “Red Mansion Banquet” media event at CHINA ROUGE on 20 July. One of the main courses was Braised Abalone and Turtle with Fish Balls.
	Galaxy Macau's skilled culinary team has collaborated with Chef Ju and Mr. Shen Hong Fei, the chief consultant of China's leading food documentary “A Bite of China”, to create a unique soup dumpling only available in Galaxy Macau.