{"id":2741,"date":"2026-01-15T15:37:02","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T07:37:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/?p=2741"},"modified":"2026-01-15T15:37:04","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T07:37:04","slug":"drink-like-a-local-macau-with-frankie-leong","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/inspiration\/trends\/drink-like-a-local-macau-with-frankie-leong\/","title":{"rendered":"Drink Like a Local: Macau with Frankie Leong"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Explore Macau with Frankie Leong, to discover a compact city where Chinese and Portuguese cultures meet through layered histories, late-night rituals, comfort-driven food, and a quietly evolving cocktail scene.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Macau is often described through contrast: a city shaped by centuries of exchange between East and West, where Chinese traditions and Portuguese heritage coexist in daily life. Narrow streets unfold into tiled squares, temples sit beside colonial facades, and local routines move at a slower, more intimate pace than the neon imagery most visitors expect. Despite its small footprint, Macau carries a density of culture that reveals itself best through repetition, return visits, familiar caf\u00e9s, and conversations that stretch long into the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For someone who grew up here, left for nearly two decades, and returned with new perspectives, the city feels both deeply familiar and constantly surprising. Over the past twenty years, Macau has changed dramatically, yet it retains a sense of continuity rooted in food, language, and social habits. Even today, there is always something new to uncover, whether in a neighborhood caf\u00e9, a revived market, or a quietly ambitious bar pushing the scene forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Frankie\u2019s connection to Macau is shaped by that duality. After years abroad, returning home brought a renewed sense of purpose: to help shape a modern drinking culture that respects tradition while welcoming new ideas. Through his work, he offers a lens into Macau that is personal, grounded, and attentive to the details that often go unnoticed by first-time visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, (max-width: 1024px) 90vw, (max-width: 1440px) 80vw, 700px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-04-at-13.59-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-04-at-13.59-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-04-at-13.59-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-04-at-13.59-768x545.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-04-at-13.59.jpg 1036w\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Born and raised in Macau, Frankie moved to the UK in 2004 and stayed for sixteen years before returning home permanently in 2020. His professional journey began outside the bar world, working in branding and communications after completing his degree, before shifting into photography. That creative background later informed his approach to hospitality, focused on storytelling, atmosphere, and intention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His entry into the drinks industry came through Milroy\u2019s of Soho, London\u2019s oldest whisky specialist, where years behind the bar and within the whisky trade built both technical knowledge and a deep respect for craft. Those experiences shaped his understanding of what a bar can be: a place of learning, connection, and quiet influence rather than spectacle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since returning to Macau, Frankie has launched two projects that reflect his commitment to the city. Two Moons, opened in 2020, is a whisky and cocktail bar created to elevate local drinking culture. In 2021, he founded Yeast &amp; Feast, a trading company focused on introducing distinctive, high-quality products to the market. Together, these projects support the local bar community and contribute to placing Macau more firmly on the regional drinks map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Big Picture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Macau is a unique blend of Chinese and Portuguese cultures, a living fusion of East and West. The city\u2019s bar and nightlife scene reflects that diversity. Known globally as the \u201cVegas of the East,\u201d Macau offers everything from cosy neighborhood cocktail bars and wine lounges to classic pubs, live music venues, luxury hotel bars, and established nightclubs. In recent years, the growth of craft cocktails has expanded the landscape, giving locals and visitors more thoughtful options for drinking well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"888\" height=\"666\" data-id=\"2743\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, (max-width: 1024px) 90vw, (max-width: 1440px) 80vw, 700px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Venetian-Exterior-Night-2-copy.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2743\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Venetian-Exterior-Night-2-copy.webp 888w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Venetian-Exterior-Night-2-copy-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Venetian-Exterior-Night-2-copy-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Venetian-Exterior-Night-2-copy-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Venetian-Exterior-Night-2-copy-720x540.webp 720w\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" data-id=\"2744\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, (max-width: 1024px) 90vw, (max-width: 1440px) 80vw, 700px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/f657d09f80e57833907924f6e3fe762b.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2744\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hosting the Asia\u2019s 50 Best Bars awards was a turning point, drawing international attention and encouraging deeper exploration of what Macau\u2019s bar community can offer. One challenge remains: the absence of a concentrated bar district. With venues spread across the city, bar-hopping requires planning or local knowledge rather than spontaneity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People in Macau tend to go out late, favoring private, intimate venues over loud, crowded spaces. Traditional happy hours are rare, with most nightlife activity concentrated on weekends, though Sunday and Monday nights can also surprise with steady energy. The legal drinking age is 18.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Food<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Food plays an essential role in Macau\u2019s drinking culture, with many guests expecting to eat alongside their drinks. The city\u2019s culinary identity is defined by Macanese cuisine, a fusion shaped by Portuguese, Cantonese, and Southeast Asian influences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Street food and casual dining are central to daily life. Macanese waffles are a popular snack, while the Camp Street Market Cooked Food Centre offers an authentic look at how locals eat, drink, and gather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"2746\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, (max-width: 1024px) 90vw, (max-width: 1440px) 80vw, 700px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/54341026493_88ae4613b1_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2746\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/54341026493_88ae4613b1_b.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/54341026493_88ae4613b1_b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/54341026493_88ae4613b1_b-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/54341026493_88ae4613b1_b-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/54341026493_88ae4613b1_b-720x540.jpg 720w\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"722\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"2747\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, (max-width: 1024px) 90vw, (max-width: 1440px) 80vw, 700px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-04-at-14.12-722x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2747\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-04-at-14.12-722x1024.jpg 722w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-04-at-14.12-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-04-at-14.12-768x1089.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-04-at-14.12-1083x1536.jpg 1083w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/Screenshot-2026-01-04-at-14.12.jpg 1130w\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Three experiences stand out as essential. Ginger milk pudding showcases Cantonese technique, using fresh ginger enzymes to set warm milk into a silky dessert. Macau Chicken Rice Pilau (Mo Lo Gai Fan) reflects the city\u2019s layered history, blending Portuguese, Indian, Southeast Asian, and Chinese flavors. Minchi, a comforting dish of minced meat, fried potatoes, and seasoning, captures the everyday soul of Macanese home cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Drinks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Macau does not have a single traditional drink that defines it. Instead, drinking habits mirror its cultural duality. Cantonese herbal teas, milk tea, and yuan yang coexist naturally with Portuguese wines such as Vinho Verde, Madeira, and Port. This shared space between traditions is part of the city\u2019s charm, and perhaps an opportunity for future generations to define something uniquely their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"902\" data-id=\"2748\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, (max-width: 1024px) 90vw, (max-width: 1440px) 80vw, 700px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/yuanyang-6.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2748\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/yuanyang-6.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/yuanyang-6-200x300.webp 200w\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"2749\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, (max-width: 1024px) 90vw, (max-width: 1440px) 80vw, 700px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/20241119_105858-Macau-web.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/20241119_105858-Macau-web.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/20241119_105858-Macau-web-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/20241119_105858-Macau-web-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/20241119_105858-Macau-web-500x375.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-asia\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/01\/20241119_105858-Macau-web-720x540.webp 720w\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cocktail culture has found its place within this mix, particularly in small, focused bars where craftsmanship and conversation take precedence over volume. For visiting bartenders, inspiration often lies beyond the bar: wet markets, historic streets, cable cars, and quiet caf\u00e9s offer insight into the rhythms that shape local taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Big List<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cafes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Choi Heong Ung<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sun Chiao Cafe<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ajar Tea House<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>FOLKOFFEE<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PIER COFFEE<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lam Coffee Macau<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nam Ping Cafe<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bars \/ Cocktail Bars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Two Moons<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Macau Soul<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Livin\u2019 Record Bar<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wood House Macau<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pubs \/ Breweries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Old Taipa Tavern<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Restaurants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>MADZ Kitchen<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coloane Pier Ribbon Soup Shop<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fernando&#8217;s Restaurant<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lei Hong Kei Restaurante<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Laan Heong Restaurant<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nam Yuet Restaurant<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>New Heng Xin Restaurant<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wu Lao Tea House<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Markets \/ Experiences<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Macau Tower<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Guia Hill Cable Car<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Camp Street Market<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ruins of St. Paul&#8217;s<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips &amp; Phrases<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tipping:<\/strong> Not expected in most local venues, though some Western visitors do tip<br><strong>Getting around:<\/strong> Taxi and walking; no Uber<br><strong>Legal drinking age:<\/strong> 18<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Local phrases:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cheers: <em>Yam Seng<\/em> (\u98f2\u52dd)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thank you: <em>D\u014d-jeh saai<\/em> (\u591a\u8b1d\u6652)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hi\/Hello: <em>N\u00e9ih h\u00f3u<\/em> (\u4f60\u597d) \/ <em>H\u0101 l\u00f3u<\/em> (\u54c8\u56c9)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Goodbye: <em>B\u0101ai b\u0101ai<\/em> (\u62dc\u62dc)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore Macau with Frankie Leong, to discover a compact city where Chinese and Portuguese cultures meet through layered histories, late-night rituals, comfort-driven food, and a quietly evolving cocktail scene. 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