MACAU, balitourismnow.com – (10 December 2025) This winter, SJM Resorts, S.A. (“SJM”) invites guests to enjoy the Winter Tasting Experience and “SJM Resorts Samtastic Park”—a season of rich flavours and adventures running now until 4 January 2026. SJM’s beloved mascot “Sam the Rooster” will spread magic through imaginative installations, creative attractions and special experiences for families and friends.
A World of Festive Flavours
A trip to “SJM Resorts Samtastic Park” would not be complete without savouring the season’s finest flavours. Across SJM’s restaurants and cafés, chefs present festive menus inspired by global culinary traditions and the comfort of holiday gatherings.
At Grand Lisboa Palace, GLP Lobby Lounge, Vivienne Westwood Café, La Scala del Palazzo, and The Book Lounge offer festive lunches, à la carte selections, specialty drinks and afternoon tea sets, ideal for relaxing reunions. Don Alfonso 1890 presents an Italian Winter-seasonal dinner infused with Mediterranean warmth. The Grand Buffet serves an abundant feast for group dining, while Mesa by José Avillez prepares Portuguese-inspired Winter dishes and seasonal cocktails. Guests are also invited to count down and ring in the new year at the contemporary Portuguese restaurant.
At Grand Lisboa, Robuchon au Dôme celebrates the season with exquisite white truffle creations, while Round-The-Clock Buffet crafts a vibrant interpretation of Winter classics—from perfectly roasted turkey to festive themed desserts—everything a gourmet could wish for. The Kitchen and Casa Don Alfonso introduce limited-time menus designed for memorable holiday meals.
Sweet seasons continue at JAI ALAI Oceanus, where Treasury Restaurant and Kingpin Bar offer festive cakes, and Jai Alai Buffet presents a spread of traditional turkey, honey-glazed ham and other time-honoured dishes.
SJM also unveils a collection of gourmet festive hampers featuring Portuguese wines, artisanal treats and handcrafted Panettone from Don Alfonso 1890, perfect for thoughtful gifting.
A Festive Adventure with “Sam the Rooster”
Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau, Grand Lisboa Macau, JAI ALAI Oceanus, and Kam Pek Market each unveil their own touches of winter charm. Grand Lisboa Palace becomes the heart of the experience, transforming into the central stage of “SJM Resorts Samtastic Park.” Guests are invited to wander through themed photo spots, visit the many festive attractions, enjoy seasonal delicacies, ride on the Samtastic Express, and shop at the dedicated pop-up store filled with limited-edition treasures
Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau, where the holiday magic begins! Upon arrival at the resort, giant inflatable “Sam the Rooster” installations are ready to greet visitors with festive warmth and charm this holiday season. Over at the East Entrance, the spectacular 7-metre-tall Christmas tree and a whimsical Ferris Wheel light up, turning the resort into a true winter fairy tale.
The Atrium on Level 1 comes alive with the “Samtastic Express”, ready to depart from the Grand Station. Children can climb aboard the train for a gentle loop through the shopping mall, passing through delightful “Sam the Rooster” themed photo corners that are perfect for moments worth cherishing. The Samtastic Express Merchandise Store nearby offers an array of exclusive winter merchandise: ornaments, themed mystery boxes, festive themed plush toys, and more, while a themed instant photo booth captures heart-warming memories.
The excitement continues on Level 2 at the “Sportopia,” where children jump in the “Sam’s Bouncy Castle” or enjoy the thrill of a variety of interactive sports game stations catered to ignite passion for young sportsmen. Parents linger with their cameras, capturing the unstoppable enthusiasm that a holiday afternoon brings.
Those seeking a leisure moment can wander in Jardim Secreto, magically transformed into the “Samtastic Garden”. Six festive “Sam the Rooster” sculptures hide among the greenery, each featuring its unique playful character. “Sam the Pilot” is ready for take- off for the festive holiday, where “Sam the Cavalier” strikes an adorable pose, and “Popcorn Sam” bursts out to surprise all his guests, making the garden a festive scene for portraits or candid selfies. Simply share your wonderful moment on social media and redeem a special gift at the redemption counter in the shopping mall. Wait for the magic moment when the Sun goes down and the Moon comes up, Jardim Secreto will turn into a whimsical garden.
For those who enjoy some hands-on activities, GLP Arte hosts festive themed workshops where guests can design their festive keepsakes and add a meaningful touch to their holiday.
Shopping, Rewards, and Festive Treats
After exploring Sam’s world, guests can continue the fun with exclusive shopping perks. Spend MOP300 or more at designated dining, spa, or retail outlets at SJM properties, or simply present a hotel room key to enjoy complimentary access to the Samtastic Express, “Sportopia”, “Sam’s Bouncy Castle”, instant festive photos, whimsical carousel, AI Wonderland or Martial Arts Arena. Spend MOP3,000 or more, with up to two receipts combined, and redeem shopping rewards and festive retail offers worth up to MOP5,000.
Cross Platform Festive Offers
SJM is partnering with cross border transport networks and digital payment platforms to roll out a series of seasonal offers. Alipay, Macau Pass and ICBC e Life will all release SJM e-coupons and limited time festive deals. VISA cardholders and Alipay users enjoy instant discounts at designated restaurants and retail outlets, and customers of HKT, CSL, and 1010 can also access additional offers through their mobile applications. [rls]