Go for the food: Macao's Cross-cultural flavors

Beyond the casinos, both Portuguese and native cuisine awaits.

Macao is globally famous as a haven for gambling. Luckily, getting great food there is no gamble.

The Chinese region overtook Las Vegas in terms of gaming revenues almost a decade ago, cashing in on growing wealth in China and other parts of Asia. But on a recent visit, it was the food that impressed me. After a stroll through its Venetian resort, I discovered a cuisine that's a blend of the fragrant spices of Asia and deep earthy flavors of Africa, all crossed with a Portuguese flair.