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The Globalization of Chinese Food ANTHROPOLOGY of ASIA SERIES Series Editor: Grant Evans, University Ofhong Kong
The Globalization of Chinese Food ANTHROPOLOGY OF ASIA SERIES Series Editor: Grant Evans, University ofHong Kong Asia today is one ofthe most dynamic regions ofthe world. The previously predominant image of 'timeless peasants' has given way to the image of fast-paced business people, mass consumerism and high-rise urban conglomerations. Yet much discourse remains entrenched in the polarities of 'East vs. West', 'Tradition vs. Change'. This series hopes to provide a forum for anthropological studies which break with such polarities. It will publish titles dealing with cosmopolitanism, cultural identity, representa tions, arts and performance. The complexities of urban Asia, its elites, its political rituals, and its families will also be explored. Dangerous Blood, Refined Souls Death Rituals among the Chinese in Singapore Tong Chee Kiong Folk Art Potters ofJapan Beyond an Anthropology of Aesthetics Brian Moeran Hong Kong The Anthropology of a Chinese Metropolis Edited by Grant Evans and Maria Tam Anthropology and Colonialism in Asia and Oceania Jan van Bremen and Akitoshi Shimizu Japanese Bosses, Chinese Workers Power and Control in a Hong Kong Megastore WOng Heung wah The Legend ofthe Golden Boat Regulation, Trade and Traders in the Borderlands of Laos, Thailand, China and Burma Andrew walker Cultural Crisis and Social Memory Politics of the Past in the Thai World Edited by Shigeharu Tanabe and Charles R Keyes The Globalization of Chinese Food Edited by David Y. H. Wu and Sidney C. H. Cheung The Globalization of Chinese Food Edited by David Y. H. Wu and Sidney C. H. Cheung UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI'I PRESS HONOLULU Editorial Matter © 2002 David Y. -
All Around the City
9月 SEP | NO. 147 | NO. 2015 ENGLISH VERSION | By Lai Wai Kei (Winner of 2014 Fireworks Photo Competition, Group 2) All Around the City 25/9-28/12 World Tourism Day Family reunions, courting couples, partygoers and moon watchers promises something for every musical taste from A Cappella to - the Mid-Autumn Festival could have been made for Macau, opera via workshops and lectures, while local bands ‘Soler’ Random lucky tourists can receive a complimentary souvenir with half a dozen BIG events scheduled; not to mention and ‘Blademark’ show the musical power of Macau in the upon arrival in Macau on World Tourism Day (27/9). See the Amphitheatre of the Taipa Houses-Museum. More music with city’s hotel and restaurant waiters and waitresses balance a Flash Mob Performances in gardens, squares and open spaces Broadway’s Band on the Run gigs, while mega stars Bon Jovi bottle of beer on a tray whilst running in the annual Tray Race around the city! With the 27th Macau International Fireworks set the stage alight, and Kayhan Kalhor & Friends - Persian (27/9, approx. 3:00 pm, starting point at Ruins of St Paul’s), Display Contest running throughout the month, the nights will Music & Beyond transports us to other-worldly realms. check out amateur dragon boat teams from Asia competing for be ablaze every weekend until China’s National Day on October 1. the World Tourism Day Cup organized by Macau Government Catch the 5-day Fireworks Carnival, too. And this month, the There are lots of street fairs, markets and live performances Tourist Office (MGTO) and Macau Sport Development Board city celebrates World Tourism Day with the traditional Tray throughout the Peninsula and the Islands, while culture vultures during the 2015 Macau Small Dragon Boat Mid-Autumn Race, LEGO exhibitions and more. -
Culture and Sport
CULTURE AND SPORT Culture and Sport Culture and Sport Eastern and western cultures have co-existed in Macao for over 400 years. A wide variety of cultural traditions, languages, values, religious beliefs, and customs have all existed side by side and influenced one another. Out of this melting pot, a regional culture unique to Macao has gradually developed into its present richness. Macao’s culture is thus a diverse mixture, with traditional Chinese culture as its heart, and it has assimilated Western, particularly Portuguese, cultural influences in perfect harmony. Following its policy of promoting Chinese culture while preserving the unique pluralistic cultural heritage of Macao, the Government has hosted various cultural and artistic activities invited art troupes from mainland China and overseas, as well as Macao, to perform. These have created opportunities for audiences to learn more about the history, society, and culture of different regions, as well as enhancing cultural exchange and the quality of cultural life of Macao’s residents. Cultural Affairs Bureau The Cultural Affairs Bureau is a Government department that sets out the Government’s key objectives in cultural matters. The bureau is responsible for protecting cultural heritage, giving guidance on aesthetic appreciation, supporting community organisations, nurturing talent in arts and culture, developing local cultural industries, as well as organising cultural entertainment programmes, such as concerts, exhibitions, seminars, music classes, dance, drama courses, Macao International Parade, Macao International Music Festival, Macao Arts Festival, Macao City Fringe Festival, Chinese Culture and Natural Heritage Day, Macao Youth Music Competition and Macao Annual Visual Arts Exhibition. It also provides subsidies for different cultural and art programmes as well as scholarships to support the publication of research and advanced studies about arts. -
The City That Never Sleeps
8月 AUG | NO. 134 2014 ENGLISH VERSION | The City that Never Sleeps Got a couple of days to spare? You’ll need them to this knock-out women’s volleyball competition. Bubble Warehouse is featuring exhibitions, shows, seminars A Feast for the Senses pack in all the city has to offer. The Feast of Hong Fantasia in the Sky of Macau and Summer Night and workshops, while 10fantasia continues to shine Kung, the Feast of Maidens, the Feast of Hungry Bungy are as cool as they sound, and the Coloane the creative spotlight on local arts groups. Lots to get your teeth into this month! The Feast of Hong Kung (2/8) will feature a Ghosts and the Feast of the Wealth God are all Karting Track is all about F-U-N! traditional Cantonese Opera, with more performances during the Senior Dwellers’ Big Bowl celebrated this month, as is the Macau Linshui Palace Strollers should ‘Step Out, Experience Macau’s Feasting (5:45 pm to 8:30 pm, Hong Kung Temple Square, Rua de Cinco de Outubro), at Folk Culture Festival. In addition, Macau Temple Macau Science Museum presents the fascinating Communities’, visit the Flea Market in old Taipa which two tables are reserved for tourists (MOP120 each, telephone reservation required) Adventures provide a fascinating insight into the Know your Locks and Keys - Locks & Security Village, the 5 Outobro Street Fair and ‘Sun Never who want to experience real local culture. The Feast of Maidens (2/8) - sometimes called territory’s history. Exhibition. Or enchant the kids with the Magic Piano Left’. -
Summer in the City
7月 JUL | NO. 133 2014 ENGLISH VERSION | Summer in the City 24/5 - 13/7 This month marks the 9th anniversary of the UNESCO example, in which local and international bands will flood Outobro Street Art Fair and ‘Sun Never Left’ experience Reel fun! listing of the Historic Centre of Macau, an area steeped in the city with exuberant sound, while the International Youth or browse local artists’ works in ‘Art Lands of the Bird history and dotted with cherished landmarks. The ‘Step Out, Dance Festival 2014 showcases grace and beauty in Paradise’. Art lovers can also enjoy a rare opportunity Fishing has long been an important part Experience Macau Communities’ walking routes enables movement. to see ‘Masterpieces of Painting from French National of Macau’s economy because of the participants to appreciate significant items of interest in Museums,’ a tour de force of unrivalled works from this proximity of the mighty Pearl River. A districts that are often off the beaten tourist track. The Transformers 30th Anniversary Expo gets you up close year’s major Le French May event. unique 90-minute cruise, casting off from to the famous movie characters, while the IPS-Macau Doca da Ilha Verde, passes by the Inner Seasonal themes dominate for music-lovers in July International Fulldome Festival 2014 in the Macau Science And let’s not forget that little Macau has relied for centuries Harbour, Sai Van Bridge, Governor Nobre and new and exciting art and installations are attracting Museum Planetarium offers visitors an out-of-this world on the bounty of the sea; one reason a 90-minute cruise in de Carvalho Bridge and Kun Iam Statue exhibition-goers. -
Transport Macau to Hong Kong
© Lonely Planet Publications MACAU Ruins of the Church of St Paul ( p315 ) Monte Fort ( p319 ) Avenida da República ( p324 ) Temples ( p322 ) A-Ma Temple ( p324 ) Taipa House Museum ( p329 ) Coloane Village ( p331 ) Casinos ( p340 ) To the northeast of Lampacau was a small dents, including about 900 Portuguese. The lonelyplanet.com peninsula where the Portuguese had frequently rest were Christian converts from Malacca MACAU dropped anchor. Known variously as Amagau, and Japan and a large number of slaves from Aomen and Macau (see the boxed text, below), colonial outposts in Africa, India and the the peninsula had two natural harbours – an Malay Peninsula. Many Chinese had moved The zodiac sign of Macau is Gemini. It is a city of duality. The fortresses, the churches and food inner one on the Qianshan waterway facing into Macau from across the border, and they of former colonial Portuguese masters speak to a uniquely Mediterranean style on the China the mainland, and an outer one in a bay on worked there as traders, craftspeople, hawk- coast, intermixed with numerous alleys, temples and shrines along the way. On the other hand, the Pearl River – and two sheltered islands to ers, labourers and coolies; by the close of the you’ll find yourself in a self-styled Las Vegas of the East. Amazingly, all of these different parts the south. In 1557 officials at Guangzhou let century, their numbers had reached about of Macau are within a stone’s throw of each other. the Portuguese build temporary shelters on the 40,000. Lying 65km to the west of Hong Kong, Macau was the first European enclave in Asia, 450 peninsula in exchange for customs dues and Besides trading, Macau had also become years ago. -
Macao New Eight Scenic Spots
Macao New Eight Scenic Spots To celebrate the 20 th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Macao Special Administrative Region, the Chinese Cultural Exchange Association hosted the global vote of “Macao New Eight Scenic Spots”, converges both social forces and wisdom to jointly select eight scenic spots of Macao. With culture, history and nature as the core, the new eight scenic spots reflect Macao’s cultural deposits and urban development by intertwining with old and new and integrating Chinese and Western cultures. “Penha Hill” – located in the west of Macao, standing 62.7 metres above sea level. In 1622, the Portuguese built the Chapel of Our Lady of Guia at the top of the hill. In 1935, it was reconstructed as the residence of the bishop of the Diocese of Macao; hence the Chinese nickname “Bishop Hill”. Facing the hill is Nam Van Lake, with the Inner Harbor to the west. At the east side, there is the official residence of the Portuguese Consulate General in Macao (Former Hotel Bela Vista). “Two Lakes and One Tower” – the Nam Van Lake is an artificial lake which was rehabilitated from the bay; the Sai Van Lake is an ancient scenic spot with banyan trees along the embankment and with Southern European style buildings along the bank, which leads to a beautiful view. Built in 2001, the Macau Tower is 338 metres in height and is standing opposite to the two lakes. It integrates the functions of tourism, sightseeing, performances, conferences, exhibitions, shopping, catering and entertainment. “Senado Square” – one of the four major squares located in the centre of Macao. -
Second Legal Activist Sentenced As China Reins in Critics
SHIPBUILDER TURNS TO MISSILE LANDS IN WATERS NEAR JAPAN OX WAREHOUSE MAKING MODEL BOATS A medium-range ballistic SHOWCASES Profile of passionate boat missile fired yesterday by CHILDREN’S builder Wan Chun, ex- N. Korea flew about 1,000 ARTWORKS chairperson of the Macao kilometers and landed near Association of Shipyard Workers Japan’s territorial waters P4 MDT REPORT P5 P13 THU.04 Aug 2016 T. 26º/ 30º C H. 80/ 98% Blackberry email service powered by CTM MOP 7.50 2614 N.º HKD 9.50 FOUNDER & PUBLISHER Kowie Geldenhuys EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Paulo Coutinho “ THE TIMES THEY ARE A-CHANGIN’ ” WORLD BRIEFS CHINA’s Defense Ministry angrily rejects accusations from Japan that the Chinese military is destabilizing the regional military balance Airport hits a by seeking to change the status quo in the East and South China Seas, accusing Japan of seeking to deceive the international community record of 600,000 and sow discord between China and its neighbors. More on p11 passengers in July P3 AP PHOTO DUBAI An Emirates flight from India with 300 people on board crash lands at Dubai’s main airport, sending black smoke billowing into the air and halting all traffic at the Middle East’s busiest airport. Authorities said all passengers were evacuated safely. More on p15 AUSTRALIA Human rights groups accuse Australia of deliberately ignoring the alleged abuse of asylum seekers being held at a remote Pacific island detention facility in a bid to deter future refugees from trying to reach the country by boat. More on p12 JAPAN A woman who has downplayed Japan’s wartime actions and is known to have far-right views is named defense minister in a Cabinet reshuffle, a move that could unsettle relations with Asian neighbors with bitter memories of World War II-era atrocities. -
All Around the City
1月 JAN | NO. 139 2015 中文版 | 2014 第 134期 ENGLISH VERSION | 13/12/2014 Sea of Flowers: Snapdragon Flower Exhibition - 4/1/2015 All Around the City The Snapdragon – known as the goldfish flower – symbolises wealth in Chinese culture, and in It’s a brand New Year, and in this refreshingly cool Souvenir hunters should check out the weekend Taipa Flea the celebrations of the 15th Anniversary of the season it’s just perfect to get out and about at street Market in Old Taipa Village, the popular 5 Outubro Street Establishment of the Macau SAR represents the level – which straightaway means ‘Step Out, Experience Art Fair and the Sun Never Left art performance in the ‘Flower of the sea’ of our maritime city. One floral Macau’s Communities’, a wonderful opportunity to explore picturesque St. Lazarus#1 district; while there are plenty of scene depicts a lighthouse and ship loaded with floral professionally planned routes revealing the hidden gems exhibitions on at Ox Warehouse, Macau Museum, Macau decorations, while another represents an undersea of the city. And put our ‘Weekends in January’ on your Science Centre and Tai Fung Tong Art House. Once again, palace, with sailing vessels returning home. Auspicious walking agenda, too, for open air lion dances, martial arts, Cotai is hosting a variety of top pop performances – and whales, hippocampus and coral scenes feature, Portuguese folk dancing, magic shows and lots more. The lots of seasonal fun for kids and families - while the city’s courtesy of 60,000 pots of many varieties and colours ‘Sea of Flowers: Snapdragon Flower Exhibition’ in Taipa, is orchestras are striking up with gusto! of snapdragon, while 20,000 pots feature numerous another incentive to get out and about, as is ‘Sinulog Festival varieties of winter flower. -
All Around the City
11月 NOV | NO. 137 2014 ENGLISH VERSION | All Around the City 8-16/11 It’s the season when the weather cools down but the fresh air checking out bargains galore with plenty of The Four-Face Buddha’s Birthday Celebration Ceremony 61st Macau Grand Prix action heats up! The 61st Macau Grand Prix rolls out one entertainment thrown in. The Macau Orchestra and 2014, Buddhist Puja Blessing and Macau Handover of the most spectacular line-ups ever. Plus associated Macau Chinese Orchestra are in fine fettle with a mix of Celebration, Taoist Culture Exhibition from Henan 61st Macau Grand Prix (13-16/11) rock festival, shows, carnivals and competitions. The Western and Chinese classics, while HUSH!! Full Band Province, 12th A-Ma Cultural & Tourism Festival of Fast and furious is the only way to describe the headline races. The Formula 3 Macau Grand Prix, 14th Macau Food Festival features international cuisine 2014 gets you jumping. Jordi Savall & Hespèrion XXI also Macau and Macau Temple Adventures reveal the roots of FIA WTCC – Guia Race of Macau, and the 48th Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix are packed with plus live entertainment and fireworks display, while perform at the Macau Cultural Centre. traditional society. past, reigning and future champions. Catch the action trackside or live on giant free-view screens weekend strolls offer multiple cultural performances at (13-16/11) at Rua do Cunha, Taipa, Border Gate Square, Iao Hon Market Park, Senado Square, major tourist sites. Enjoy the internationally-flavored fun ‘Children’s Artland 2014: See the World through A Child’s There are many expos and concerts plus charity Rotunda de Carlos da Maia (Three Lamps District), Tap Seac Square, and.Friendship Square. -
Avian Flu Concerns Dispelled by Health Bureau
HO’S FORMER RIGHT DRUG LAW TO ‘INCREASE HAND MAN TESTIFIES DETERRENT EFFECT’ HISTORY REVISED The trial of former Prosecutor- The Social Welfare Bureau is AS CHINA General Ho Chio Meng entered arguing that the recent changes NATIONALISM ON its latest session at the Court of to the drug law are not intended THE RISE Final Appeal to penalize addicts P2 P6 P11 FEATURE MON.16 Jan 2017 T. 12º/ 15º C H. 80 / 98% facebook.com/mdtimes + 11,000 MOP 7.50 2723 N.º HKD 9.50 FOUNDER & PUBLISHER Kowie Geldenhuys EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Paulo Coutinho www.macaudailytimes.com.mo “ THE TIMES THEY ARE A-CHANGIN’ ” WORLD BRIEFS AP PHOTO Avian flu concerns ISRAEL-PALESTINE Sending a forceful message to Israel dispelled by Health Bureau and the incoming Trump administration, P3 more than 70 world diplomats gathered in Paris yesterday to say they want peace in the Mideast through VALLES LYNZY establishing a Palestinian state. While the Palestinians welcomed yesterday’s conference, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called it “rigged” and cooked up to force Israel to accept conditions against its national interests. More on p15 CHINA A highway pile-up in southern China on Saturday night resulted in the deaths of six people, while another 19 were injured, reported mainland media. The crash, which involved a total of 19 vehicles, began when a cement truck collided with the rear of a car on the Qinglian highway in Guangdong Province. More on backpage With articles republished from Trump America First Vibrant colors fill Sinulog or America Alone? P5 MDT REPORT F1 Festival in Friendship Square 16.01.2017 mon th Anniversary 2 MACAU 澳聞 WWW.MACAUDAILYTIMES.COM.MO Ho Chio Meng’s former right-hand man testifies on trips to Europe Julie Zhu room was not an independent de- partment. -
Casa De Macau Newsletter
Source: MGTO President’s Report Dia de Sao Joao Our next upcoming event is quickly approaching, the annual I hope this newsletter Dia de Sao Joao Luncheon. In Sydney, it will be held on Sunday finds you all well. We 18th June 2017 at Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club from 11.30am are almost approaching for 12pm start, we hope to see you there. Kindly find flyer the half way mark for attached with this newsletter. We have had to increase member costs slightly from $10.00 to $15.00 to cover 2017, it is amazing how increasing costs for catering. The Committee is organising time flies. Trivia and lucky door prizes. The Committee have decided to place renovations on hold, as it has come to our attention that the garage wall is requiring Interstate Reps are also arranging Dia de Sao Joao Lunches, urgent repair to prevent it from possible collapse. We are in we wish you all a great time. search for an Architect and were hoping one of our members Upcoming Events is able to assist us or can recommend a reputable Architect. Please see dates for upcoming events on the next page, and We would like to obtain a quote and pass on this information note the date has changed for the August Sunday lunch at to all members for feedback. MCC. We hope you enjoy the newsletter. Hope to see you all soon at Dia Sao Joao in June. Viva Macaenses! Best Wishes Antonieta Manolakis President Casa de Macau Inc Pictured above: Current Committee at our monthly meeting on Saturday 8/4/17.