Located in Rua da Felicidade, one of Macao's most historic and tourist-centric streets, the small two-story restaurant serves Portuguese and Macao food. The menus at the restaurant are written in English, Portuguese and Chinese.
Sou is keen on creating Macao food and spreading the word about its traditional and cultural value.
"I learned to cook from my mom. My cuisine combines ingredients from Portugal and China, and you can also taste my mom's flavors in it," Sou says.
Sou highlighted that a rich variety of spices is a notable characteristic.
The culinary tradition embraces spices from India, Indonesia, and ingredients from other countries along the maritime trade route, including curry, pepper, cloves, cinnamon, turmeric and saffron.
Tacho is one of Sou's signature dishes, representing the quintessential flavors of a Portuguese household in Macao. According to her, the term tacho in Portuguese translates to big plate.
This dish holds special significance for Portuguese families in Macao during Christmas, as Sou explains: "While turkey might not grace our table, tacho is a must, enjoyed only once a year."
Tacho is a culinary mosaic, combining diverse Chinese and Western ingredients. Sou emphasizes the individuality of each family's tacho, with variations reflecting treasured, handed-down recipes. Common components include stewed chicken, pig's trotters, cured duck legs, sausages, fried pig skin, and cabbage.
