Saturday, May 21, 2011

The Paiza Mansions of The Plaza Hotel, Macau - Part 2 of Hong Kong, Macau and Australia Trip

After a few short days of stay in Australia, we headed back to Hong Kong and stayed a few days before we went to Macau.  After the 15 hours flight from Los Angeles to Hong Kong, and 9 hours flight from Hong Kong to Australia (and back), I truly appreciate the close proximity between Macau and Hong Kong (just an hour of ferry ride.).  It was a Portuguese colony, and both the first and last European colony in China.  Did you know that Macau is also known as Oriental Las Vegas? 

The Paiza Mansions of The Plaza, Macau

During our stay in Macau, we had the luxury to stay at The Paiza Mansions of The Plaza, Macau.  Many thanks to my brother-in-law for hooking us up! Within the mansion, there were two master bedrooms, a karaoke room, a massage room, a kitchen, a coffee bar, a living room and a dining area.  I really like the Contemporary interior designs of our room.  As soon as I walked into the bathroom, I felt in love with the huge bath tub and the Modern Rain showerhead instantly!  I can easily get used to the Bvlgari amenities too.

The Paiza Mansions of The Plaza, Macau

To fully enjoy the mansion, we called in room service the next day for brunch so we can relax and spend more time in the suite.
 The Paiza Mansions of The Plaza, Macau

Just some simple Dim Sum and they were wonderful.
 Siu Mai Siu Mai (Chinese dumpling)

BBQ Pork Buns  Cha Siu Bao (BBQ Pork Buns)

 Har Gow  Har Gow (Shrimp dumpling)

The video below is a virtual tour of the mansion.  My husband took the liberty to film this video.  Some shots might be too up close and caused the out of focus.  (Warning: If you already had a few drinks, you might feel a little dizzy watching it!)  Please enjoy!




In the afternoon, we went to some sight seeing locations before heading to our buffet dinner.   There were street food venders all over the place.  This particular one sells all kinds of meat balls and fish balls, very typical street food/snacks in Hong Kong and Macau.

Street Food in Macau

The meat balls were all on skewers for easy handling.  No containers needed and they are fun to eat. 

Street Food in Macau 
Another vender was selling all kinds of drinks, ranging from herbal tea, fruit juice, coffee, and bubble tea drinks(pearl milk tea).

Street Food in Macau

The picture below shown another vender selling Portuguese Egg Tarts.  If you remember my Mini Egg Tart Post, these were just another variety of egg tarts.  These Portuguese egg tarts were evolved from "pastel de nata", a traditional Portuguese custard pastry that consists of custard in a crème brûlée-like consistency caramelized in a puff pastry case.  They were a must try pastry in Macau. 

Portuguese Egg Tarts

Farewell Macau, but not for long.  We definitely will be back some day.

Ruins Of St. Paul's Ruins of St. Paul’s (大三巴牌坊)

In the next post, I will reveal our Hong Kong adventure, plus a Giveaway.  Stay tuned and don’t miss out on that.  For now, I need a sweet dream…hopefully, I’ll revisit the Paiza Mansion again in my dreams!

7 comments:

  1. I love Macau. Macau is a small city but it has it's own personality.

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  2. What a beautiful place. I hope that you enjoyed your stay. I don't blame you for staying in and ordering in. The food looks delicious. Blessings, Catherine

    p.s. I hope that you will visit my blog too. I am following your blog now.
    www.LivingtheGourmet.blogspot.com

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  3. Amy, this is just beautiful! I love the suite. It's so wonderful, they make it hard not to want to stay there and not venture out! I just hopped back and forth from your other photos of Australia and the video too...it looks like such a great trip~ what an adventure and your documentation of it is beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing this. I wish I was there with you! xo

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  4. I love HK dim sum especially the look of that steamed bun. Hopefully, I manage to make them one day. Btw, did you get to try those wife cakes there in HK? They're really delicious.
    Enjoy your day.
    Blessings, Kristy

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  5. Ooohh, all of that food looks so good. It would be a dream to try them all. You must have had one delicious vacation.

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  6. What a beautiful place. Thanks for the tour. Great post.

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  7. The mansion looks fabulous! I would really love to try the street food of Hong Kong and Macau. Looks good!

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