MGM recently participated in the “International Cities of Gastronomy Fest, Macao” hosted by the Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) between June 14 and 23. As one of the co-organizers, MGM actively supported this 10-day event, together with the representatives from nearly 30 other UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy and local parties, aiming to feature the unique “Tourism + Gastronomy” appeal to the near and far, through a series of programs such as the International Gastronomy Promenade, the City of Gastronomy Showcase and the International Gastronomy Forum.

During the 10-day event, MGM’s food stall at the International Gastronomy Promenade has attached food enthusiasts with a variety of local delicacies. Macanese delights, Curry Crab Tartelette and Roasted Suckling Pig Sandwich, rated as the most popular dishes beloved by locals and tourists; Redo Lo, Chef de Cuisine of MGM MACAU, participated in the City of Gastronomy Showcase on June 19 to demonstrate two Macanese dishes with innovative twists, which highlighted the diversity and beauty of the Macanese cuisine;  Ruby O, Assistant Vice President of Sustainability & Business Synergy of MGM,  was invited to join the International Gastronomy Forum on June 17 as one of the panel speakers to discuss the holistic gastronomy as a catalyst for a resilient future for business and tourism.

To continue the excitement of the citywide gastronomy event, MGM has invited chef Roberto Pongolini from Parma in Italy, one of the UNESCO Creative Cities of Gastronomy, to be the guest chef at MGM COTAI’s Coast from June 22 until June 29. Joining hands with the MGM’s culinary team, Pongolini introduces a time-limited guest chef tasting menu, with three Italian classics with modern touches. Additionally, Pongolini showcase his signature Italian dishes during the demonstration session at Coast on June 22, which allowed diners and MGM culinary team member to appreciate the culinary art of the Italian Food Valley, Parma, up close.

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About MGM

MGM is an abbreviation for MGM China Holdings Limited (HKEx: 2282) and is a leading developer, owner and operator of gaming and lodging resorts in the Greater China region. We are the holding company of MGM Grand Paradise, SA which holds one of the six gaming concessions to run casino games in Macau. MGM Grand Paradise, SA owns and operates MGM MACAU, the award-winning premium integrated resort located on the Macau Peninsula and MGM COTAI, a contemporary luxury integrated resort in Cotai, which opened in early 2018 and more than doubles our presence in Macau. 

MGM MACAU is a Forbes Five-Star luxury integrated resort inspired by the arts with every element of the resort infused with creativity and style. MGM MACAU has approximately 600 guest rooms and suites and boasts a number of distinguishing features, including the architecturally stunning European-inspired Grande Praça, housed under a soaring glass ceiling. MGM MACAU’s world class facilities include the MGM Art Space, dedicating over 5,000 square feet to display authentic works of art, conference and event facilities, spa, and seven signature restaurants and bars to fulfill any gastronomic craving. Our property is conveniently located on the Macau Peninsula and is directly connected to the luxury retail shopping complex, One Central.

MGM COTAI is the latest integrated resort of MGM in China. Designed as the “jewelry box” of Cotai, it offers approximately 1,400 hotel rooms and suites, Asia’s first dynamic theater, meeting space, high end spa, retail offerings and food and beverage outlets as well as the first international Mansion at MGM for the ultimate luxury experience. The Spectacle at MGM COTAI becomes the record holder of the largest free-span gridshell glazed roof (self-supporting) on January 19, 2019, making it the first architectural and structural GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for Macau, China. MGM COTAI is being developed to drive greater product diversification and bring more advanced and innovative forms of entertainment to Macau as it grows as a global tourist destination. MGM COTAI is the only mega complex and hotel in Macau to gain three-star certification in both Green Building Design and Operation Label, as well as the first hotel in the Greater Bay Area and second in Greater China to receive the certifications.

MGM China is majority owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a portfolio of destination resort brands including Bellagio, ARIA, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and Park MGM. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company's website at www.mgmresorts.com.

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Jessie Kuan

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MGM

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Email: jessiekuan@mgm.mo

Juliana Kung                                   

Director of Public Relations

MGM  

Tel: (853) 8806 3424

Email: julianakung@mgm.mo