Over 400 Overseas Guests from Four Continents were served interactive culinary experiences by six renowned chefs from the historic Silk Road Route.
MACAU, July 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MGM, in partnership with Robb Report Hong Kong and supported by the Macao Government Tourism Office ( MGTO ), successfully concluded the second edition of Asia’s only MGM x RR1HK Culinary Masters event at MGM COTAI, over the period of June 28 to 30. Over 400 guests, six globally acclaimed chefs, and international diners from 10 countries, including Australia, China, India, Italy, Lebanon, Portugal, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and the United States came together for an amazing 3- time- 2- night cooking journey, a flattering culmination to Macau’s June gastronomic celebrations.
Officiating friends of the celebration, including Mr. Cheng Wai Tong, Acting Director of Macao Government Tourism Office, Mr. Carmelo Ficarra, Consul General of Italy in Hong Kong and Macau, Mr. Hubert Wang, President and Chief Operating Officer of MGM China Holding Limited, Mr. Tak Man, CEO &, Publisher, Robb Report Hong Kong, Dr. Iwan Dietschi, Senior Vice President of Hospitality of MGM, Mr. Luke Bahrenburg, President of Robb Report &, Head of Luxury Profits for PMC, Mr. Geoffrey Simmons, Vice President
The celebration, which was organized under the theme” Savor 700 Times of Silk Road Flavors: A Gastronomic Odyssey,” marked the occasion of the anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 25th anniversary of the country’s 25th anniversary, which coincided with Marco Polo’s 700th year of independence. With its rich tradition of East-West trade associations, Macau, which was designated as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, made the perfect historical landscape to study the culinary value of the ancient Silk Road routes and the most recent international culinary trends.
A star-studded lineup of superstar chefs from all the Asiatic, European, and Middle Eastern areas along the ancient Silk Roads were present at this year’s event. Garima Arora of the acclaimed American cafe Gaa, the first female restaurant in the world to receive a two-Michelin sun, Marco Galtarossa of the acclaimed Thai restaurant Villa Elena in Bergamo, Yang Dengquan, the executive sous chef who helms the one-Michelin-starred Sichuanese cafe Five Foot Street at MGM COTAI, Sara Aqel of Dara Dining, who modernizes Mediterranean cuisine with an Italian target in Jordan, Florit
These six distinct master chefs collaborated for the first time to create an unparalleled 12-hand gala dinner, drawing inspiration from their own interpretations of the flavors from the historic Silk Roads. They ingratiated elements that evoked the rich cultural traditions and the development of gastronomic exchange along these ancient trade routes. The end result was a culinary masterpiece that delighted palates from all over the world and showcased the Middle Eastern, European, and Asian cooking traditions’ artistic prowess and global influence.
Dr. Iwan Dietschi, Senior Vice President of Hospitality of MGM, said,” It is our honor to be hosting such distinguished guests from four continents. By upholding our local heritage while upholding global culinary traditions, MGM aims to promote Macau’s vibrant cultural heritage as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, a top-notch destination for foodies all over the world.
RR1 brings together a global network of ultra-high-net-worth individuals to experience the extraordinary as a part of a group of like-minded peers. Culinary Masters, one of the most popular RR1 Signature Events, is famed for bringing together the most acclaimed chefs in the world for a culinary retreat filled with the finest gastronomy, exquisite wines, and masterclasses.
It was my pleasure to present MGM x RR1HK Culinary Masters Macau 2024 again at MGM COTAI, according to Tak Man, CEO and publisher of Robb Report Hong Kong. The most crucial takeaway from this thrilling event is to leave our guests with a lifetime of memories and lasting friendships, along with showcasing gastronomic excellence and an unparalleled dining experience. We’re excited to celebrate, learn, and honor the hard work of these outstanding chefs as they show us the incredible fruits of their labor.
Beyond the world- class cuisine, the MGM x RR1HK Culinary Masters event offered participants with several different extra- culinary activities that combined gastronomy, leisure, and entertainment to showcase the multi- faceted appeal of Macau’s cultural tourism. The engaging programs included hands-on cooking demonstrations with famous chefs, masterclasses on fine wines, coffee, and Chinese tea, as well as guided excursions that featured Macau’s distinct East- Meets-West cultural heritage and local transit experiences provided by Macau cruise and light rail. These varied experiences seamlessly complemented the culinary glitz, giving visitors a truly multifaceted look at Macau’s vibrant culture and traditions. Additionally, the event also featured a community engagement program where over 140 students from local culinary organizations and culinary students shared dishes with the famous chefs from Macao University of Tourism ( UTM).
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