11/07/2025
As part of the 2025 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest, Macao, the theme of this yearโs forum is The Spice of Life: Macaoโs Culinary Connections, which revolves around the exploration of spices and herbs, Macanese fusion cuisines, and cultural exchange within gastronomy in Macao and Asia.
The dynamic panel sessions will bring together distinguished guests from Macao, Hong Kong, and across Asia. These sessions will feature a vibrant mix of scholars, chefs, bartenders, opinion leaders, and executive chefs from the culinary and integrated resort industries.
Moreover, topics will span the historical spice trade routes, the role of spices in connecting global food cultures, the creative reinvention of traditional spice-based dishes, and the preservation and evolution of Asian fusion cuisine. These conversations will guide participants through Macaoโs culinary heritage, its contemporary expressions, and its limitless future potential.
We are thrilled to announce our esteemed speakers including but not limited to:
Panellists - A Symphony of Flavours: Fusion Cuisine in Modern Macao and Beyond
- Ms. Antonieta Fernandes Manhรฃo, Macanese Cuisine Iconic Chef & Culinary Instructor
- Mr. Antimo Maria Merone, Executive chef & Co-owner of Estro
- Ms. Susan Jung, Academy Chair of Asia 50 Best and World 50 Best Restaurants of HK, Macau & Taiwan
- Mr. Jack Siew, Director of Culinary Operations, City of Dreams
- Mr. Tony Yoo, Consultant Chef, MGM Owner Chef, DOOREYOO in Seoul
- (Moderator) Mr. Lee Williamson, Executive Director, Specialist Publications, South China Morning Post
Panellists - Spice as a Bridge: Celebrating Cultural Fusion and Communities
- Mr. Raymond Vong, Owner, Henriโs Gallery
- Mr. Ricardo Chaneton, Executive Chef & Co-owner of MONO
- Ms. Shelley Tai, Founder of MIUS Hong Kong
- Mr. Jun Kim, Executive Sous Chef, The Londoner Macao at Sands China
- Mr. Norihisa Maeda, Executive Chef, Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa & Teppanyaki Shou at Galaxy Macauโข
- (Moderator) Ms. Cat Nelson, Editor, PostMag, South China Morning Post