Inside Asian Gaming

Hot Mocha Tour of the Properties Mocha Slot founder Lawrence Ho – son of Macau casino mogul Stanley Ho – once described the company’s café- style gaming machine outlets as “Starbucks with slot ma- chines.” When the first Mocha Slot outlet opened in 2003, Macau was distinctly lacking in trendy gaming venues – the only other slot machines to be found in the city were in the dark, grimy corners of the elder Mr Ho’s monopoly-era casinos, including the flagship Casino Lisboa. The Mocha concept proved an instant hit, with the bright, cosy surroundings complimented by a new focus on customer service.Mocha now runs six outlets and a loyalty programme with 76,000 members. The latest addition to the Mocha network is the 20,000 sq ft Mocha Marina Plaza Slot Lounge, which opened on December 23 with 300 machines – twice as many as the other Mocha outlets. The first floor of Mocha Marina Plaza is open to the public, while the second floor is reserved for both a premium area restricted to 1,000 members and an ultra-exclusive Royal Members’ Lounge, currently restrict- ed to 50 invited members. Inside Asian Gaming visited Mocha Marina Plaza, armed with a suitably trendy selection of attire designed and cre- ated by our stylist Alex Lam. Photography: Ike Stylist: Alex Lam Coordination: Ricardo Carvalho Model: Nara F. Hair & make-up: Billie and Niki Jewellery courtesy of Emphasis Jewellery Mocha Marina Plaza Royal Members’ Lounge