Macao University of Tourism (UTM) and SJM Resorts co-hosted an exclusive culinary demonstration workshop featuring renowned Portuguese chef José Avillez at the university’s Mong-Ha Campus recently, providing over 30 students from UTM’s Bachelor of Science in Culinary Arts Management programme with firsthand insights from the celebrity chef.
Portugal’s first two-Michelin-starred chef in Lisbon, Avillez (pictured, centre) is the culinary visionary behind Mesa by José Avillez at Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau in Cotai.
During the workshop, Avillez showcased his expertise in Portuguese gastronomy as well as shared his culinary journey and the inspirations behind Mesa’s dishes. In addition, he demonstrated his signature “Bacalhau à Brás”, discussing its evolution, techniques and how tradition can be presented in a modern context, according to UTM.
The university also pointed out that the event showed its commitment – as well as SJM’s – in nurturing Macau’s culinary talent by bridging industry leaders with emerging professionals. Through such initiatives, the partnership strengthens the SAR’s reputation as a UNESCO “Creative City of Gastronomy” and advances its position as a “World Centre of Tourism and Leisure”. – GNM
Source and Photo: UTM
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