An exclusive culinary workshop was held by SJM Resorts last Monday for ARTM Integrated Service Centre members last Monday, which focused on teaching cooking skills to help participants improve their vocational abilities, according to a statement from the integrated resort (IR) operator on Wednesday.
ARTM is the Association of Rehabilitation of Drug Abusers of Macau.
The workshop’s focus aimed to help enable participants to “return to the workforce with greater confidence and realise their full potential”, the statement noted.
The statement said that Mesa by José Avillez Head Chef Herlander Fernandes delivered a demonstration of the preparation of the signature dish Grilled Octopus with Potatoes and Red Pepper Nut Sauce during the workshop at the ARTM Integrated Service Centre.
Mesa by José Avillez is located at THE KARL LAGERFELD MACAU in Cotai
Head Chef Fernandes patiently guided the seven participants through each step, sharing professional tips and techniques, according to the statement. The participants then attempted to prepare the dish themselves under Head Chef Fernandes’ guidance.
The statement said that the participants pointed out that the opportunity taught them new vocational skills and gave them “more courage to tackle future challenges they will encounter in their lives”.
The initiative was part of the IR’s efforts to support the reintegration of disadvantaged people into society, the statement said.
“By fostering collaboration and social cohesion, SJM is dedicated to contributing to the continued development of a harmonious society in Macau”, the according to the statement.
This handout photo taken last Monday and provided yesterday shows Mesa by José Avillez Head Chef Herlander Fernandes (left) giving a cooking demonstration to a workshop participant (right) at the ARTM Integrated Service Centre.
