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In addition to pastel de nata, crab porridge and pork chop buns, Macao is also renowned for its Portuguese cuisine. The Portuguese cuisine in Macao is a blend of Chinese and Portuguese cuisines with other culinary influences. It is known as Macanese cuisine.  Macanese cuisine was created by Portuguese local in Macao. Many of them had lived in Malaysia and the Portuguese colonies in Africa. Therefore, they combined the African and Malaysian culinary skills with the local Chinese ingredients in Macao. This is how the unique Macanese cuisine was first created.  Macanese and Macanese Patois, a Portuguese-based creole language used by the Macanese community, have created the unique culture of Macao. If you like to have a try of the authentic Macanese cuisine, you can go to Cunha Street in the centre of Taipa. In Portuguese restaurants like the Restaurante Dumbo and Antonio Restaurant, you can have a feast of Macao – Portuguese chicken, African chicken, pastéis de Bacalhau and roast pork. After the feast, you may further indulge your taste buds on the street food and snacks with a full stomach!

The dance drama Wing Chun was written by Feng Shuangbai , chairman of the China Dancers Association and co directed by the acclaimed choreographers in the Mainland, Han Zhen and Zhou Liya and performed by Shenzhen Opera and Dance Theatre. The story begins with the 20th century film Wing Chun , presenting two parallel narratives: the "backstage" story of the film crew, and the "on screen" journey of Ip Man’s struggles in Hong Kong. The performancee integrates martial arts with classical and modern dance, providing the audience with a captivating visual experience.

Produced by Foshan Cantonese Opera Troupe, Cantonese Opera Film The Legend of The White Snake uses location shooting for some scenes and blends traditional Cantonese opera with modern cinematic elements, telling the love story between the thousand-year-old snake demon Bai Suzhen and Xu Xian. The film boasts an impressive production line-up, featuring Li Shuqin, the director of Foshan Cantonese Opera Troupe, a national first-class performer and a winner of the China Theatre Plum Blossom Award, who performed as Bai Suzhen. Meanwhile, the renowned Hong Kong Cantonese opera actor Law Ka-ying plays Xu Xian, under direction of the national first-class director, Yin Dawei. This film received multiple nominations at the 2nd Hong Kong Bauhinia International Film Festival, including Best Film and Best Art Direction. Li Shuqin won Best Actress Award while Law Ka-ying received Lifetime Achievement Award.

Did you know there is an island in Guangdong where lots of Portuguese used to reside on besides Macao? The island has even got a Portuguese name!

When you visit Macao, which is a place rich in culinary delights and entertainment, normally people rely on shuttle buses or taxis to get around. However, Macao’s public transportation is equally convenient. Take a look at this guide below for your next trip!

Thought you could only renew your Home Return Permit in Hong Kong? Now, Hong Kong residents can also apply for renewal in Shenzhen!