Macanese dishes and their "impact on the identity formation of Macanese" aroused the curiosity of Manuel Fernandes Rodrigues, who later resulted in the work "History of Macanese Gastronomy: contribution to strengthening a unique identity." The book, already launched in Portugal, makes a "historical approach" on a theme that for the author is "very current, arouses interest" and is sought "by those who visit Macau." "Methodical research on a historical basis is my contribution to what has already been written and published," said Manuel Fernandes Rodrigues in an interview with the Macau Court of Appeals.