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Associated Press
13-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Galaxy Macau's Reveals a Galaxy of Stars As the Integrated Resort's Restaurants are Awarded Five Michelin Stars in the 17th Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau 2025
Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa Celebrates a Stellar Debut MACAU SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 March 2025 - In the 17th Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau 2025, Galaxy Macau™, the world-class luxury integrated resort, has once again proven its place at the forefront of the Greater Bay Area dining scene. An impressive four of its restaurants have collectively earned five Michelin stars, with Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa, which opened just last year, making a standout debut by winning one star. Celebrating a constellation of award wins, Feng Wei Ju at StarWorld Hotel, 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA at Galaxy Macau, and Lai Heen at The Ritz-Carlton, Macau have continued their year-on-year reign, maintaining their Michelin-starred status through a steadfast commitment to exquisite ingredients, artful presentation, and impeccable service. Adding to these stellar accolades, three other Galaxy Macau restaurants have been recognized as 'Michelin Selected Restaurants.' These achievements underscore Galaxy Macau's dedication to culinary excellence, further underscoring Macau's reputation as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy. Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa made a standout debut by winning one star. Hironori Satake, Executive Chef of Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa, accepted the award on behalf the team. Founded by the celebrated Michelin three-star sushi master, Chef Masaaki Miyakawa, Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa is his first venture outside Japan, dedicated to delivering the art of authentic Edomae sushi. Within its first year, the restaurant earned a Michelin star, a well-deserved recognition of its excellence. The skilled culinary team, with their refined expertise, elevates seasonal ingredients to their peak, crafting each piece of sushi to embody the traditional Japanese aesthetic of *wabi-sabi*—the beauty of simplicity and imperfection. Chef Miyakawa's unwavering commitment to quality is evident in his meticulous selection of premium, seasonal ingredients, flown in directly from Japan, ensuring every bite showcases his tightly-held relationships with generational growers and family fishermen. The menu at Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa evolves with the seasons to offer a unique dining experience with every visit. From April 4th to 6th, Chef Miyakawa will personally take the helm at the restaurant, crafting a special seasonal Edomae sushi dinner over three exclusive evenings. This highly anticipated event is an opportunity for guests to experience the master's artistry firsthand, for a series of dinners targeting the sushi aficionado. Feng Wei Ju at StarWorld Hotel has boasted an impressive nine consecutive years of two-Michelin-starred recognition. Chan Chek Keong, Assistance Vice President of Food & Beverage Culinary of StarWorld Hotel and Executive Chef of Feng Wei Ju accepted the award on behalf the team. Perched at StarWorld Hotel on the Macau Peninsula, Feng Wei Ju has earned its place as a culinary institution, boasting an impressive nine consecutive years of two-Michelin-starred recognition. To celebrate this incredible milestone, the restaurant is offering a special Michelin-inspired tasting menu (MOP 1,088 per person), featuring its most iconic dishes that showcase the authentic, bold flavors of Hunan and Sichuan cuisine. With nearly three decades of experience honing his craft in storied culinary traditions, Chef Chan Chek Keong has assembled a team of top-tier chefs specializing in authentic Hunan, Sichuan, and noodle dishes. Their philosophy is simple yet profound: allowing the ingredients to speak for themselves. Premium produce and spices, sourced directly from their regions of origin bring out the natural umami of high-quality ingredients, achieving a depth of flavor that is both bold and nuanced. Chef Chan's deft hand blends tradition with innovation, creating a culinary repertoire that is as dynamic as it is delicious. The result is a symphony of spicy, aromatic notes that dance on the palate, leaving diners surprised and delighted. For a standout ten consecutive years, 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA at Galaxy Macau has held its Michelin one-star honor. The new Executive Chef Marino D'Antonio accepted the award on behalf the team. For a standout ten consecutive years, 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA at Galaxy Macau has held its Michelin one-star honor. This year, the restaurant enters a new chapter with the arrival of Executive Chef Marino D'Antonio, a culinary virtuoso whose career spans some of the most esteemed Michelin-starred restaurants and five-star hotels across the globe. Chef Marino brings with him a wealth of experience and a passion for Italian gastronomy, infusing the restaurant's menu with fresh creativity and inspiration. Among the highlights are signature dishes such as Veal and Ham Agnolotti in Classic Broth, and Marinated Langoustine with Sea Urchin, Oscietra caviar, and Orange Chantilly. The new menu also draws inspiration from its sister restaurant, 8½ Otto e Mezzo BOMBANA in Hong Kong. Building on the culinary legacy of the legendary Chef Bombana, whose pursuit of 'tradition, quality, and consistency' has defined the restaurant's ethos, Marino infuses his creative flair, resulting in dishes that are deeply rooted in Italian tradition yet uniquely his own. Additionally, the restaurant now offers a brand-new lunch menu (starting at MOP 680) every Friday and Saturday. Featuring refined Italian classics crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients, the menu delivers a Michelin-starred experience that is both elegant and luxurious, yet effortlessly understated. Lai Heen at The Ritz-Carlton, Macau has been awarded the prestigious 'Michelin One Star' for nine consecutive years. Jackie Ho Hon-sing, Chinese Executive Chef of The Ritz-Carlton, Macau accepted the award on behalf the team. Nestled on the 51st floor of The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Lai Heen, the hotel's acclaimed Chinese restaurant, has been awarded the prestigious 'Michelin One Star' for nine consecutive years. Helmed by Chinese Executive Chef Jackie Ho Hon Sing, who brings over 40 years of culinary expertise, the restaurant offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the city and the Taipa skyline. Combining authentic Cantonese delicacies with the legendary service of The Ritz-Carlton, Jackie Ho Hon Sing delivers an unparalleled dining experience. The restaurant's star-studded culinary team has crafted a special Michelin-inspired menu, showcasing the essence of Cantonese cuisine through masterful techniques and premium ingredients sourced from around the world. Each dish is a testament to the artistry and precision of the Cantonese culinary traditions, offering guests a taste of Michelin-starred excellence. Recognised as 'Michelin Selected Restaurants', Saffron at Banyan Tree Macau, known for its contemporary Thai flavors; Terrazza Italian Restaurant at Galaxy Macau, offering authentic taste of Italy; and The Ritz-Carlton Café at The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, continue to be lauded for maintaining their high standards. These award-winning restaurants span Japanese, Italian, Cantonese, Hunan-Sichuan, Thai, and Western cuisines, offering a diverse culinary experience that caters to every palate. With over 120 dining offerings, Galaxy Macau is a veritable playground for the senses. From Michelin-starred experiences to local delicacies, each dish is a testament to the inimitable creativity, skill, and dedication of the culinary teams. It is a place where tradition meets innovation, and where every meal is a celebration of flavor, craftsmanship, and the art of hospitality. With this year's multi-Michelin Starred recognition, Galaxy Macau continues to solidify its position as a leading Dining Destination, where the world's finest tastes converge under one roof. In the 17th Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau 2025, Galaxy Macau, the world-class luxury integrated resort, has once again proven its place at the forefront of the Greater Bay Area dining scene. Hashtag: #GalaxyMacau The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. ABOUT GALAXY MACAU INTEGRATED RESORT Galaxy Macau™, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort delivers the 'Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World'. Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million-square-meter of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Eight award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide close to 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Broadway Hotel, Raffles at Galaxy Macau, Andaz Macau. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck features the world's longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575-meters, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5-meters high and 150-meters pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz- Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate. As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies. Embark on a delightful and rewarding journey at Galaxy Promenade, the one-stop shopping destination boasting some of the world's most iconic luxury brands. Be the first to get the latest limited-edition items; explore fascinating pop-ups by coveted labels and revel in fabulous shopping rewards and privileges. Our VIPs are entitled to a highly-curated experience with dedicated personal shoppers at guests' service, and be invited to exclusive luxury brand events. A different caliber of privileges and rewards also await. Discover the joys of fashion and stand at the forefront of style and sophistication—Galaxy Promenade has everything guests need to stay ahead of the style game. Galaxy Cinemas takes immersive movie experiences to the next level with the latest audio-visual technology, ultra-luxurious facilities and bespoke services; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai's golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavors & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavors at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events. Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff. Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group's ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world- class event venue featuring 40,000-square-meter of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau.
South China Morning Post
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Meet the star Hong Kong chefs behind restaurants Plaisance, Mono and more
Embark on a culinary journey with some of Hong Kong's top chefs who have made their mark on the city's vibrant culinary scene. From chef Stefanie Leung's exclusive OOAK Lamma and Mauro Colagreco's sustainable Plaisance to Masaaki Miyakawa's Michelin-starred sushi and Ricardo Chaneton's French-Latin fusion, discover their unique stories and gastronomic innovations. 1. Discover OOAK Lamma, chef Stefanie Leung's hidden culinary oasis on Hong Kong's Lamma Island Nestled in a picturesque seaside residence in Luk Chau village and designed by her father, acclaimed interior designer Steve Leung, this unique sanctuary offers a one-of-a-kind gastronomic experience. Chef Leung's invite-only retreat OOAK Lamma focuses on local produce and exquisite dishes, and redefines private dining. 2. Master chef Masaaki Miyakawa's Michelin-starred journey from Hong Kong to Japan and back to Macau Miyakawa, renowned for elevating Sushi Shikon in Hong Kong to three Michelin stars, reflects on a culinary journey that saw him achieve more critical acclaim in Japan before returning to the Greater Bay Area to open Sushi Kissho at the Raffles hotel in Galaxy Macau. Specialising in Edomae sushi, Miyakawa offers fresh, seasonal ingredients and an engaging, entertaining preparation experience. 3. ChoyChoy Kitchen chef Grace Choy's story takes in Hong Kong, Japan and an award-winning cookbook Hong Kong-born chef Choy transformed her passion for cooking into a successful restaurant after getting fired three times from office jobs. Discover her journey from a mahjong shop childhood to becoming a Cantonese cuisine expert, and now educating Japanese audiences about authentic Hong Kong flavours. Chef Ricardo Chaneton at his Latin American restaurant Mono, in Hong Kong's Central neighbourhood. The Venezuelan talks about how he fell in love with cooking, and about living in a city he loves. Photo: Sun Yeung 4. Venezuelan chef Ricardo Chaneton of Mono restaurant talks of his passion for French cooking and finding a home in Hong Kong Chaneton shares his journey from a rebellious youth to becoming the head chef of Mono, a Latin American restaurant in Hong Kong. Embracing French culinary techniques, the chef discusses his passion for cooking, the challenges he has faced, and his deep connection to the city he now calls home. 5. Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco champions local organic produce and sustainable dining at Plaisance Argentine chef Colagreco, renowned for his three-Michelin-star Mirazur in France – voted World's Best Restaurant in 2019 – is committed to using local, seasonal produce at his new Hong Kong restaurant, Plaisance. Discover how this Unesco goodwill ambassador for biodiversity prioritises sustainability and educates diners about the origins of their food, from farm to plate. Part of this article was produced with the assistance of generative AI
