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MGM x RR1HK Culinary Masters Macau 2025

FLAVOURS of HARMONY
A Culinary Journey Through East Asia

7–8 June 2025
MGM COTAI, Macau

Culinary Masters, an RR1 Signature Event, is thrilled to return to Macau for its spectacular third year. Join us on a journey of gastronomic discovery that promises unforgettable connections through unique, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, all while

honouring the exceptional craftsmanship and dedication of our distinguished master chefs.

Embark on a 10-Michelin-star epicurean adventure with MGM x RR1HK Culinary Masters Macau 2025! Feast on East Asia’s gastronomic excellence with diverse Chinese flavours, elegant Japanese simplicity, and creative Korean traditions with the top culinary masters in the world in the vibrant heritage city of Macau, China, a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy and the Culture City of East Asia 2025!

Pricing

Full Experience (2 Days, 1 Night):

Couple: HK$30,000

Single: HK$20,000

9-Michelin-Star Culinary Masters Gala Dinner ONLY:

Single: HK$10,000

Featured Culinary Masters

EXECUTIVE CHEF OF

CHAO SHANG CHAO
BEIJING, CHINA

CHEF CHEUNG YAT-FUNG

CHINA

Chef Cheung Yat-Fung, inspired by the coaching of a Master Chef in Hong Kong, is passionate about the development of Chinese cuisine, with a particular focus on Chaozhou cuisine. He is driven to showcase the beauty of local ingredients and further refine Chinese cuisine in the gastronomic world. He has been decorated by numerous honors throughout his illustrious career, including two-Michelin-stars during his tenure as Executive Chef for Ji Pin Xuan in Shanghai, and three-Michelin-stars as the current Executive Chef for Chao Shang Chao (Chaoyang) in Beijing. And he was honoured with 3 Knives at the 2024 Best Chef Awards, underscoring his influence in the culinary world.

CHEF-OWNER OF

MINGLES
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA

CHEF KANG MINGOO

SOUTH KOREA

Chef Kang Mingoo has built an impressive résumé both inside and outside of Korea. After becoming the youngest head chef at Nobu Bahamas (part of renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s empire), Kang returned to Korea and is active in numerous capacities in the culinary world, including operating Mingles, the only three-Michelin-star restaurant in Seoul; MamaLee Market, a retailer for traditional Korean food, Hyodo Chicken in Seoul, and Hansik Goo in Hong Kong. He was recognized for his contributions to Asia’s culinary scene with the Inedit Damm Chefs’ Choice Award – the only accolade voted for by the other cooks in the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list, and released his first book Jang: The Soul of Korean Cooking in 2024.

CHEF-OWNER OF

SUSHIYOSHI

JAPAN

CHEF HIROKI NAKANOUE
JAPAN

Chef Hiroki Nakanoue inherited his father's sushi restaurant before the age of 18 without ever serving as a sushi apprentice. Through his relentless efforts, learning, and boundless creativity, Sushiyoshi was honored as a two Michelin-starred restaurant in Osaka. With astonishing creativity, he blends styles from different countries with traditional Japanese ingredients, breaking conventions and crafting dishes and cuisines that bear his distinctive personal touch. In 2018, he partnered with the Four Seas Group to open the first overseas branch of Sushiyoshi in Hong Kong, which later expanded to Shenzhen and Taipei. The Taipei branch received the prestigious recognition of a Michelin one-star restaurant in 2022, with plans for the Macau branch to open at MGM COTAI soon.

CHEF DE CUISINE OF

AJI, MGM COTAI

MACAU, CHINA

CHEF PAN SIHUI
SINGAPORE

Chef Pan Sihui, Chef de Cuisine of Aji at MGM COTAI, is the visionary leader who guided Aji to earn its first Michelin award, with its unique “Asian Bistronomy” concept. With nearly 15 years of culinary experience, Chef Pan specializes in French cooking artistry infused with unique Asian flavors. A graduate of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, he grew up in multicultural Singapore and honed his skills in luxury dining establishments and international hotels across China, Singapore, and Cambodia. At MGM, he creates contemporary and innovative dishes by combining seasonal ingredients from land and sea with a balanced integration of flavors, garnishes, and sauces.

Special Featured Chefs

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF OF

FIVE FOOT ROAD, MGM COTAI

MACAU, CHINA

CHEF YANG DENGQUAN
CHINA

Chef Yang Dengquan, Executive Sous Chef of MGM COTAI, has helmed Five Foot Road since its opening, overseeing its unique cuisine concept and menu development. Born and raised in Chengdu, Asia’s first UNESCO City of Gastronomy, he is a second-generation inheritor of traditional Chengdu Mansion Cuisine and has led Five Foot Road to earn a Michelin one star for three consecutive years. With four decades of culinary experience, Chef Yang brings a deep understanding of Sichuan cuisine’s precision and sophistication to Five Foot Road. He is among the few chefs who master the intricate techniques, knife skills, and flavor profiles that elevate Sichuan cuisine beyond its renowned spiciness. Chef Yang’s mission is to preserve and share the culinary heritage of Chengdu in Macau, another UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

CHEF OF

NETA CLUB COOKING STUDIO

MACAU, CHINA

CHEF ANTONIETA MANHÃO
MACAU, CHINA

Chef Antonieta "Neta" Manhão, of Macanese-Portuguese descendant, has been passionate about preserving Macao’s unique culinary traditions since childhood. She was the runner-up in the "Iron Chef Thailand" cooking competition in 2016; and in 2017, was recognized as the European Chef of Macau prize at the 12th Edition of the "Aurum 2017" – European Excellence in Oenogastronomy, presented by the European Council of Oenogastronomic Confraternities in Cordoba Spain, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to Macanese gastronomy.

*Note: Chef lineup may be subject to change without prior notice

The Venue

MGM COTAI

MGM COTAI, located on the Cotai Strip, is recognised by the Forbes Five-Star Award as an extraordinary resort where guests are delighted by world-class dining, artistry, and entertainment. Within each of its eye-catching glistening towers and spectacular features, such as the dynamic atrium, exotic garden, and captivating art collection, the expansive venue is a remarkable space for immersive experiences, making MGM COTAI a truly unmatched choice as the destination to showcase Culinary Masters.

MACAU: CULTURE CITY OF EAST ASIA 2025

Macau has been designated as the Culture City of East Asia 2025, celebrating its rich blend of Chinese and Portuguese heritage.
MGM x RR1HK Culinary Masters Macau 2025 underscores the rich tapestry of East Asian food culture and the concept of “harmony,” stemming from an initiative by China, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. As the first international cultural city naming event in Asia, it aims to showcase the interconnectedness of these cultures. Inspired by this recognition, the event will present a fusion of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean cuisines, featuring innovative techniques to create a memorable culinary experience.

Schedule

Day 1: 7 June (Saturday)

Shopping Experience: Shop for your new wardrobe favourites at One Central Macau, featuring iconic luxury brands such as Cartier, Céline, Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, and Patek Philippe
Caviar Masterclass OR Moutai Masterclass: Learn about rare caviar selections such as Imperial Ossetra Rare, Premium Baerii, and Imperial Beluga Rare from the experts; delight in aged Moutai Vintages, meticulously curated up to 15 years
Exhibition: Immerse yourself in history at Poly MGM Museum’s “The Maritime Silk Road—Discover the Mystical Seas and Encounter the Treasures of the Ancient Trade Route”
Exhibition: Journey through the stories of ancient civilisations at the Sanxingdui Digital Exhibition “Brilliant Stars—Immersive Digital Art Experience of The Civilization of Ancient Shu”
9-Michelin-Star Culinary Masters Gala Dinner
Culinary Masters After-Party

Day 2: 8 June (Sunday)

Tai Chi Class OR Wellness Class
Culinary Masters Cooking Classes: Learn avant-garde plating techniques, absorb culinary secrets, and craft innovative, precision-driven dishes worthy of elite dining tables—all within intimate, skill-elevating sessions
One-Michelin-Star Sichuan-Style Lunch
“Macau 2049” by Director Zhang Yimou: Directed by renowned Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou, discover the ground-breaking residency at MGM Theater that blends millennia of Chinese heritage with cutting-edge technology and Hollywood-scale production
Champagne Masterclass (TBC) OR Sake Masterclass: Indulge in an opulent tasting session of the most exquisite beverage delights in the world with our sommeliers and connoisseurs
Exhibition: Immerse yourself in history at Poly MGM Museum’s “The Maritime Silk Road—Discover the Mystical Seas and Encounter the Treasures of the Ancient Trade Route”
Shopping Experience: Shop for your new wardrobe favourites at One Central Macau, featuring iconic luxury brands such as Cartier, Céline, Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, and Patek Philippe
Exhibition: Journey through the stories of ancient civilisations at the Sanxingdui Digital Exhibition “Brilliant Stars—Immersive Digital Art Experience of The Civilization of Ancient Shu”

*NOTE: ALL EVENT PROGRAMMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND SOLD ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. ADDITIONAL FEES MAY APPLY.

Packages

FULL EXPERIENCE

7–8 JUNE (SATURDAY–SUNDAY)

Couple: HK$30,000

Single: HK$20,000

INCLUDES:

All scheduled meals, with expertly paired wines for the Gala Dinner
All activities within the schedule
Accommodation for 1 night: 7 June (Saturday)
(1 room per package. Additional nights and upgrades to suites available upon request and based on availability, at extra cost)

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

Flights and transportation to/from the airport
Leisure meals and any food or beverages purchased separately at the hotel

9-MICHELIN-STAR CULINARY MASTERS GALA DINNER ONLY

7 JUNE (SATURDAY)

Single: HK$10,000

INCLUDES:

8-hands dinner by Chef Cheung Yat-Fung, Chef Kang Mingoo, Chef Hiroki Nakanoue, and Chef Pan Sihui
Cocktail reception and gala dinner with full wine pairings

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

Accommodations or transportation

GETTING
TO MACAU

By land: Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport to Macau via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge only takes approximately 45 minutes.

By ferry: Macau is easily accessible by ferry from Hong Kong. Frequent ferry services connecting the two cities take approximately 1 hour.

By helicopter: For those looking for a more
luxurious option, there are helicopter services available from Hong Kong to Macau, offering stunning aerial views of the region. Helicopter trips take around 15 to 20 minutes.

By air: The Macau International Airport is well-connected to major cities in Asia, including Shanghai, Beijing, Taipei, Tokyo, Bangkok, Singapore, and more.

Partner

For enquiries, please contact:
RR1 Hong Kong
agnes.wong@robbreport.hk | cherry.cheung@robbreport.hk
(+852) 6141 4384

MGM x RR1HK Culinary Masters Macau 2025

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Featured Culinary Masters

Special Featured Chefs

*Note: Chef lineup may be subject to change without prior notice

The Venue

Schedule

Day 1: 7 June (Saturday)

Day 2: 8 June (Sunday)​

Packages

7–8 JUNE (SATURDAY–SUNDAY)

7 JUNE (SATURDAY)

Partner

Day 2: 8 June (Sunday)