BALINEWS.ID – Indonesian travellers searching for a flavourful escape will find a food paradise in Macau. Recognised as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, Macau offers an extraordinary blend of Portuguese, Cantonese, and Southeast Asian flavours, shaped over 500 years of culinary heritage.

At the centre of this gastronomic hub is SJM Resorts, S.A. (SJM), a hospitality leader known for elevating Macau’s food scene through award-winning restaurants, cultural dining experiences, and the revival of local culinary traditions.

Macau has grown into a premier dining destination, earning global recognition for its fine-dining standards. SJM’s Robuchon au Dôme at Grand Lisboa Macau has held three MICHELIN Stars for 17 consecutive years, a rare feat in Asia. Nearby, The Eight, with two MICHELIN Stars, offers bold and inventive Cantonese dishes, making it a must-visit for lovers of Chinese cuisine.

Adding to the prestige, Zuicho, a kappo-style Japanese restaurant at Grand Lisboa Palace, recently earned its first MICHELIN Star. With chefs preparing refined omakase dishes in front of diners, it’s an experience that’s both personal and culinary.

A Fusion of East and West

Macau’s cuisine tells the story of its Portuguese colonial past and Asian roots. The result: Macanese food — one of the world’s first true fusion cuisines. At Grand Lisboa Palace, SJM highlights this heritage through venues like Lisboa Bistrô, where guests can try dishes such as bacalhau (salted cod) and African chicken, prepared using traditional recipes.

Food lovers can also indulge in a refined take on Portuguese cuisine at Mesa by José Avillez. Helmed by Portugal’s first two-MICHELIN-starred chef, the restaurant reimagines classic dishes with modern techniques and top-quality ingredients.

Macau’s food story isn’t just told in luxury dining rooms. At Kam Pek Community Market, SJM has revitalised a historic three-storey building into a vibrant food hub. Indonesian visitors can explore stalls offering a mix of Chinese, Portuguese, Thai, Japanese, and local Macanese flavours — from handmade dim sum and wonton noodles to modern street food concepts.

The Perfect Culinary Getaway for Indonesians

Macau is just a flight away from Jakarta and offers more than just great food. Explore Taipa Village’s winding lanes and discover hidden culinary gems, sip cocktails by the sea, and enjoy a taste of history in every dish.

From MICHELIN-starred excellence to humble street bites, Macau invites Indonesian travellers to a sensory journey of culture and cuisine, a true feast for the senses. (*)