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MACAU RESTAURANTS
INDIAN

THE GOLDEN PEACOCK
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Shop 1037, Casino Level,The Venetian Macao-Resort-Hotel, Estrada da Baía
de N. Senhora da Esperança, Taipa, Macau
TEL: +853 8118 9696
www.venetianmacao.com

Decent Indian restaurants are in short supply in Macau, but connoisseurs
know that they can head to The Venetian should they hanker for proper
cooking from the region. With ultra-high ceilings, patterned tiles and golden
light fixtures adding glamour to the décor, Golden Peacock is decidedly
contemporary. The menu is an interesting read, as Golden Peacock divides
each section into vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Notable signature
dishes include the kandari murgh tikka (oven-roasted skewered chicken with
pomegranate) or lamb biriyani with spices. Various curries also originate from
different regions of India, from the drier curried meats from the North to
richly sauced Quilon fish curry and many more. The wine list is simple but the
beverage selection also includes various liquors as well as traditional Indian The Golden Peacock
drinks such as masala chai and different varieties of lassi, both of which turns out authentic
happen to be good alternatives to desserts. Service is personal and attentive, Indian fare
and the staff are very knowledgeable.

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IL TEATRO OTTO E MEZZO TERRAZZA

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1/F, Wynn Macau, Rua Cidade de Shop 1031, 1/F, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Shop 201, 2/F, Galaxy Macau,
Sintra, NAPE, Macau Esperanca, Cotai, Macau Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora
TEL: +853 8986 3663 TEL: +853 8886 2169 da Esperanca, Cotai, Macau
www.wynnmacau.com www.galaxymacau.com TEL: +853 8883 2221
www.galaxymacau.com
Il Teatro’s name is Italian for The Macau outpost of renowned chef Umberto
theatre, and the venue proves Bombana’s award-winning restaurant in Hong With innovative Italian dishes, the
dining is as much about Kong does not disappoint. From the moment staff’s world-class professionalism
performance as it is about food. guests walk into the restaurant, they are and the open view kitchen, Terrazza
The private elevator takes you to greeted by friendly and attentive staff is easily one of the best options for
the lake-front restaurant, inviting who invite them to enjoy an expertly-made Italian fine dining in Macau. Located
you into the artistic world of the cocktail at the bar; start your meal on a high note within the Galaxy Macau complex
opera during dinner service. With with a Negroni. Inside the spacious dining room, the scene is romantic with (which has no shortage of room),
a spreading panoramic view of the a mix of candlelight and soft jazz, with plenty of couples snuggling in the the interiors are spacious and
performance lake at the front of semi-private booth seating along the walls. The meal itself is a true culinary elegant, with every table feeling
Wynn Macau, Il Teatro offers an journey into the best of Italian cuisine, including the signature Hokkaido king like a private corner. Staff are
ideal front-row view of the nightly crab starter, burrata cheese ravioli and unmissable homemade taglioni with helpful without being intrusive and
musical fountain performances butter and parmesan topped with Alba white truffle. Boasting one of the are well taken care of throughout
that accompany classic Italian biggest wine lists in Macau, Otto e Mezzo is well worth the money. the meal; recommendations are
gourmet cuisine featuring fresh, made with enthusiasm yet we do
seasonal ingredients imported not feel pressured to act upon
directly from Italy. Il Teatro’s menu them. A starter of octopus salad
offerings are rich and authentic, with potato and paprika oil is an
with some surprises along the exceptional surprise, as the the
way. Grilled Sicilian octopus and potato salad and lemon juice
fritto misto (deep-fried seafood) foam is unexpectedly elegant in
are ideal starters for sharing, but presentation. Each dish is explained
save room for pastas and risotto, in an interesting and engaging
expertly prepared. Opt for the four way which makes the dining
cheese ravioli and lobster risotto, experience truly unforgettable.
two of the most celebrated Topping off the meal with the
dishes from the establishment. Terraza tiramisu, we are rewarded
Portioning at Il Teatro is generous, with a demonstration with staff
and courses are much better making the dessert right in front of
shared. The wine list showcases us. With a huge selection of wine
wines from around the world, Otto e Mezzo that include niche and rare bottles
though the stronger selections is a must for from various regions in Italy, this is
are, as expected, sourced from proper Italian the place to go if you are an Italian
around Italy. wine lover.

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