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For Her #63

Blue facet Nod to vintage glamour with this elegant turban from Emilio Pucci, covered in one of the label’s signature psychedelic prints. Crafted in Italy from stretch silks, the close-fitting design has an overlapping front and back lining. Wear...

Lifestyle

Fresh French flavors

WGM enjoys a taste of France with Brasserie’s new four-course special menu at Parisian Macao. Stepping through the doors of Brasserie Restaurant at the Parisian Macao, one can immediately sense the freshest of French flavors. Bringing an authentic...

Poker

The Power of “M”

Despite the presence of hundreds of poker strategy books and thousands of online videos, Dan Harrington’s concept of “M” – first published in 2005 – has stood the test of time and is still used by players across the globe to this day. One...

Gaming

Pai Gow Part C: Wongs, gongs, high 9s and gee joon

WGM concludes our three-part series on the complex yet fascinating game of pai gow. Pai gow is a fantastic game, steeped in Asian heritage, which combines luck, skill and culture. And those pai gow tiles are sure fun to hold! The complexity of pai...

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For Her #62

Vista marine Nautical and tropical are the key themes of the newest Force 10 Cables collection from the new-to-Macau jewelry brand, Fred Paris – best known for its modernity and French Riviera touch as well as its expertise in luxury accessories...

Lifestyle

Festivity in a box

Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel and The St. Regis at Cotai Central are sweetening things up with new and unique mooncakes.   The Mid-Autumn festival isn’t complete without the well-loved and traditional mooncakes. To sweeten things up, Sheraton...

Lifestyle

Sense of serenity

WGM enjoys a traditional Asian spa with modern touches at Conrad Macau.   Balancing the body, mind and soul, visitors may expect a sense of rejuvenation and awakening after a relaxing day spent at Bodhi Spa at Conrad Macau. Bodhi, a state of...

Lifestyle

Masterful Macanese blends

WGM stops by Bar Patuá at MGM Cotai where Macau’s unique cultural history is replicated in a range of classy cocktails.   Patuá is a Portuguese-based Macanese creole language derived from Malay, Cantonese and Sinhalese and is perhaps the...

Gaming

Pai Gow Part B: Pairs and standard hands

WGM continues with Part 2 of a three part series on the game of Pai Gow in which we look at pairs and standards hands.   Last issue we introduced you to the tiles and basic rules of Pai Gow (visit wgm8.com to read). Now let’s move on to Part...

Lifestyle

For Her #61

White moon Glamourous and elegant, the Tambour Moon Divine collection features sophisticated reinterpretation of the brand’s famous monogram flowers, paved with diamonds. This 35mm watch in white mother-of-pearl and diamonds offers a dressy...

Gaming

Pai Gow Part A: The tiles and basic play

Pai gow is an extraordinary table game played with tiles. A combination of luck, skill and culture, its complexity has scared many away, but if you take the time to learn you will have found one of the truly great games to play, rich in both Asian...

Lifestyle

For Her #60

Summer sage For this year’s Conscious Exclusive collection, H&M collaborates with Swedish artists Karin and Carl Larson. Floral jacquards are mixed with graphic lace and tapestryinspired prints, while striking silhouettes combine with romantic...

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For Her #58

Crimson rapture Alessandro Michele’s influence as creative director of Gucci is increasingly seen in the label’s jewelry and watches. As just one example, the snake that’s ubiquitous on Gucciʼs ready-to-wear and handbags is now also found...

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Perfection in confection

There is plenty of debate about who bakes Macau’s best egg tarts, but there is no doubt that Margaret Café é Nata is among the leading contenders.   The origins of Macau’s famous egg tarts has long been the subject of considerable debate...

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French fusion

Privé French Restaurant provides a modern take on French classics and some of the best views in Macau.         Macau is known for its east-meets-west culture and so it is only fitting for Sofitel Macau at Ponte 16 to offer...

Play Gaming

Baccarat without the juice

Call it what you like – commission, vigorish, vig, rake, drop or juice – it’s the bane of every baccarat player. Wouldn’t it be great to avoid the 5 percent paid on every winning banker bet?   Baccarat is both a very simple and a very...

Cover features

Sense of adventure

Tucked away between Tibet and India and with a comparatively small population of 28 million, Nepal is famous around the world for the towering peaks of its Himalayan mountain range. But more than just an adventurer’s paradise, the tiny land-locked...

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For Her #55

Black romance   The Prada Cashier leather bag is perfect for a romantic dinner date and can work with all types of outfits. An update to the Prada classic bag, this leather shoulder strap is made from crocodile and calf leather and features...

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NBA betting: Analyzing player performance

What factors impact player performance and just how valuable are the NBA’s superstars? When it comes to NBA betting, the results might surprise you. In March 2017, a story appeared in ESPN Magazine’s analytics issue that made for essential...

From the...

From the editor #55

  I don’t recall the exact moment I walked into a casino for the very first time, but I do remember the state of sheer confusion I felt trying to get my head around the many new and unusual table games before me. Baccarat, blackjack, stud...

Play Gaming

The numbers game

Baccarat is the king of casino games in Macau. A staggering 88 percent of Macau casino action is baccarat, with all the other games combined accounting for just 12 percent. Of that baccarat dominance, around 64% is VIP baccarat – played by the...

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For Her #53

Feminine Festivities   If you thought buying gifts for men was difficult, try picking out the perfect ensemble for that special lady in your life! WGM presents some innovative ideas to get you on your way. For the Mom What better way to say thank...

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For Him #53

Stocking Fillers Finding the ideal Christmas present can be stressful at this festive time of the year, so WGM is here to help – be it for a Secret Santa gift or a unique piece of magic for that special someone.   For the Dad What do you buy...

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For Her #52

Perfect patterns The ETRO “Paisleynaut” Scarf combines seasonal paisleynaut with a cashmere and modal mixed soft touch. ETRO’s exclusive collection combines creativity and dynamicity for casual and high-street style. Transcendent...

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For Him #52

1990s retro The glory days of the ‘90s are making a comeback. Ralph Lauren has produced a montage of iconic design features from its 1992 stadium collection and a sure standout is this limited edition Patchwork Stadium Polo Shirt. Intentionally...

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For Him#51

Silver pennant Keeping up with modern times via this new version of the Milanese mesh bracelet from Longines’ Heritage Line, the Longines Legend Diver watch is a reissue of the company’s original diving watch from the early 1960s. Preserving...

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For Her#51

Macau on the move To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the companyʼs arrival in Macau, RIMOWA has launched a limited edition of its Classic Flight Cabin Multiwheel. With a shimmering silver aluminium-magnesium shell boasting the distinctive...

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Good to know

Buses Buses in Macau are quite affordable. They are usually reliable in terms of showing up on time but are overcrowded during peak hours. You can buy a “Macau Pass” and charge it at most supermarkets or convenience shops. A one-way ticket will...