(Hong Kong and Macau, 27 November 2019) – Galaxy MacauTM, THE dining destination in Asia, is a stellar culinary universe spanning more than 120 restaurants. Represented among them are 18 regional Chinese cuisines and 56 international cuisines from 13 nations. The award-winning integrated resort hosts one of the largest collection of food and beverage venues in Macau, a tantalizing gourmet’s paradise that promises an unforgettable journey of flavors, and delicious offerings to suit every palate.

As part of the resort’s “FUNtastic Winter Wishes Come True” campaign packed with a fun-filled collection of dining and entertainment experiences as well as plenty of unmissable privileges, culinary exploaration in winter will take on a new dimension at Galaxy Macau with its newly unveiled menu themed on “Fuel Up for Success” to help guests boost their energy levels. 

Inspired by the long history of traditional chinese medicine, the new menu follows the principles of yin and yang to help the body achieve harmony. Each dish is meticulously prepared with high-quality medicinal ingredients contributing to the menu’s potent wellness benefits. Dishes are tasty and nourishing on their own, but put together as a set they form a powerful menu to replenish energy. Diners will savor delicious dishes and reap the benefits of 5,000 years of medical wisdom by ordering the 6 or 8-course set menu at Fook Lam Moon, or a la carte at Pak Loh Chiu Chow Restaurant, The Noodle Kitchen and Lugang Café from now till February 8th, 2020.

The delectable and highly nutritious menu was jointly created by renowned Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner Dr.Cheong Weng Heng and Galaxy Macau’s acclaimed Chinese Master Chef Simon Tho. Dr. Cheong is a graduate of the highly respected Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and has earned an excellent reputation in his field. He now practices medicine in Macau and is the private doctor of notable Chinese dignitaries. Chef Tho is a master of Chinese and Asian cuisines with in-depth culinary knowledge and boundless creativity, as well as an award-winning chef with a culinary career that spans nearly 30 years and a fair share of time in the kitchens of the most distinguished five-star hotels.

“An energy boosting diet can do wonders to revitalize the body and mind,” said Dr. Cheong, “Many traditional Chinese medicinal ingredients can be used as constituents to prepare nourishing dishes. Chef Tho and I worked closely to combine - medicinal ingredients with culinary techniques and infuse a variety of wellness benefits into the menu, enabling guests to feel energized and rejuvenated with those wholesome dishes.”

Chef Tho added, “The well-being menu has been created for our prestigious guests who lead busy lives and don’t always have time to give much thought to their diet. This menu offers a tasty, seasonal, energy-boosting option, so guests can enjoy a wonderful meal with the knowledge that they are making a smart choice for their health.”

Featured dishes include: Chilled Drunken Chicken with American Ginseng and Chicken Essence Jelly, to boost circulation and “Qi”.Oyster, which is known to be beneficial to blood circulation and for the skin, is used in the Grilled Japanese Pearl Oyster with Cumin, Ginger and Garlic. Abalone, used in the Stewed Abalone and Japanese Sea Cucumber with Snow Chrysanthemum and Tomato, can “clear heat” in the liver and improve vision. The dish Slow Cooked Lamb Shank with Chinese Yam and Angelica Sinensis, which brings out the golden trio of lamb, ginger and angelica, can invigorate “Yang” and prevent stiff joints in cold weather. There are other ingredient combinations as well based on ancient Chinese remedies to nourish and replenish the body. 

Apart from the energy-boosting dining experience,  “FUNtastic Winter Wishes Come True” campaign also features a 12-meter-tall Wishing Tree with complimentary trip to Finland for one lucky wish maker, valued hotel packages, fantastic gourment sentations, generous shopping credits, Christmas Bliss spa journey, Saint Laurent New Concept Pop-up at Galaxy Macau and Hot Pot Street at Broadway Macau, awaiting all holidaymakers who are looking for a winter escape to celebrate the festive season and enjoy a fun-filled holiday with love ones.   

Energy Boosting Menu:

• A La Carte: from MOP128+/ dish
• 6-course Set Menu: MOP1388+/ person
• 8-course Set Menu: MOP1688+/person 

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	Chilled Drunken Chicken with American Ginseng, Chicken Essence Jelly Benefits: Mildly bitter ginseng gives this dish a depth of flavor while offering an invigorating boost
	Double Boiled Soup with Conch Meat, Softshell Turtle Cartilage, Deer Tail and Changbai Ginseng Benefits: The pairing of nourishing softshell turtle and deer tail strengthens the joints and boosts blood circulation.
	Chilled Drunken Chicken with American Ginseng, Chicken Essence Jelly Benefits: Mildly bitter ginseng gives this dish a depth of flavor while offering an invigorating boost
	Stewed Abalone and Japanese Sea Cucumber with Snow Chrysanthemum and Tomato Benefits: Abalone offers nourishment without upsetting the yin-yang balance. Sea cucumber and snow chrysanthemum add to the uplisting benefits
	Slow Cooked Lamb Shank with Chinese Yam and Angelica Benefits: Lamb, ginger and angelica sinensis form a golden trio that invigorates your yang. Effective in preventing stiff joints in cold weather.
	Stewed Pork Liver and Kidney with Kaoliang Wine and Chinese Wolfberry Leaves Benefits: Going by the principle of “like nourishes like”, pork liver and kidney are slected to provide nourishment to your organs
	Lobster Braised with Brandy, Dendrobium Nobile Flower and Five Grains  Benefits: The humble dendrobium nobile is in fact a highly effective herb for “clearing excessive heat” and nourishing your yin.
	Milk and Ginger Custard with Bird’s Nest  Benefits:  Bird’s nest is good for your stomach and liver, and together with milk, helps your skin stay supple in the dry season.