15 Best Mooncakes for the Most Wonderful Mid-Autumn Festival 2020!

Mid-Autumn season is coming up again, and the 2020 lineup features some new and exciting mooncake flavours in the most exquisite packaging! Be prepared to have your mind blown!

From traditional classics, to more innovative flavours and renditions, here’s our round-up of our favourite brands!

Ding Bakery

Seeking true indulgence? You can’t go wrong with Ding Bakery’s best-selling Mao Shan Wang Durian Premium Snowskin Mooncakes ($83.40) that are rich, dense and bountiful in flavour. This award-winning creation uses authentic, fresh Mao Shan Wang Durian flesh from the highlands of Pahang – zero preservatives and 100% handmade with care!

Ding Bakery raises the bar when it comes to the classics. Their Signature White Lotus Mooncake ($63.40, $71.40) and Premium Pandan Jade Lotus ($59.40, $67.40) come with no yolk, or double yolks for twice the oomph. The mooncakes are lower in sugar, but no less delicious because Ding Bakery makes sure to send out only the best.

Order via https://dingmooncake.com/. For corporate/bulk orders, simply drop them a message on WhatsApp at 8890 9055 or email them at hello@cnygoodies.sg to place your orders today!

Paradise Group

Paradise Group is elevating mid-autumn celebrations to new heights by adding a touch of luxury and finesse to their newly created Fruity Liqueur Snow Skin Mooncakes (S$62 per box of 8 pieces)!

Each of these handcrafted Fruity Liqueur Snow Skin Mooncakes is filled with silky smooth white lotus seed paste and a crunchy chocolate truffle core infused with different liqueurs. Encasing the soft centre is a thin layer of crunchy chocolate shell made using premium, natural chocolate from Valrhona’s Inspiration.

There are four flavours available – Japanese Yuzu with Sake, Passionfruit with Choya, White Peach Crème de Peche, and Red Cherry Griottine. For the enthusiasts and adventurous folks, these alcohol-infused mooncakes will be a refreshing treat for the senses.

Those who have a penchant for classic treats will love the traditional mooncakes. Paradise Group’s offerings are made with less sugar and hence are a healthier alternative. Flavours include Baked Pure White Lotus Paste with Double Yolk, Baked White Lotus Paste with Assorted Nuts and more.

My personal favourite is the Traditional Teochew Yam Pastry Mooncake (S$54 per box of 4 pieces). Freshly prepared in the kitchen upon order, the silky and mildly sweet yam paste harmonises beautifully with the luscious salted egg yolk and pine nuts, resulting in a satisfying texture and well-rounded flavour.

Back by popular demand, the Mini Baked Custard with Molten Salted Egg Yolk (S$56 per box of 8 pieces) is brushed with edible gold dust for a touch of elegance. The unique savoury and sweet combination that’s filled with oozy goodness has been a hit amongst locals since it was first launched in 2018.

Paradise Group’s mooncakes are 100% handmade from a divine blend of premium ingredients and baked fresh with no preservatives. They are packaged in intricate gold-plated acrylic box detailed with floral motifs, which can most definitely be repurposed.

PROMOTIONS:
– Citi, Maybank and PGR Cardmembers enjoy 15% Off Mooncakes from now till 30 September 2020

– Public enjoys 25% discount for orders above 10 boxes. For orders above 50 boxes, please email to festive@paradisegroup.com.sg

Sale of mooncakes is available till 30 September 2020, at all Paradise Group of restaurants excluding Canton Paradise Noodle & Congee, Le Shrimp Ramen and LeNu outlets. Collection of mooncakes is available from 25 August to 30 September 2020, at participating outlets. Visit https://www.paradisegp.com/restaurant-locator/ to view outlet locations and details.

Durian Law

The Mid-Autumn Festival is traditionally a time for reunion – symbolised by the ‘completeness’ of the full moon that will light up the night sky on 1 October 2020 – and the enjoyment of mooncakes.

The Durian Law is a homegrown Durian Delivery platform for 818 durians. This is the go-to brand for quality no-frills and tasty durian as attested by many Singaporeans. This year, they have curated a series of snowskin mooncakes that are crafted with the finest ingredients.

In the spotlight is the Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncake ($98 for 8 pieces) which sees a rich and creamy Mao Shan Wang durian pulp enveloped in a velvety-soft snowskin. Filled with 100% premium grade A naturally creamy Mao Shan Wang, each mooncake boasts a creamy texture with intense flavours that begins on a sweet note and ends on a bitter one.

A quartet of tantalising snowskin mooncake flavours are debuting this year — Matcha, Dark Chocolate, Lotus Paste and Azuki Red Bean. The paste for their mooncakes are made from the finest natural ingredients with no added sugar and preservatives. Each bite leaves you wanting more. The box of Assorted Snowskin Mooncake ($78 for 8 pieces) makes a perfect gift for family members, friends, and corporate clients.

PROMOTIONS:
From now till 31st August, The Durian Law will be offering a 1-For-1 Special promotion! For $98, you can purchase either one box of Durian Mooncake and Assorted Snowskin Mooncakes OR 2 boxes of Assorted Snowskin Mooncakes. Hurry, while stocks last!

You can pre-order the enthralling ensemble on www.thedurianlaw.com and collection starts on 1 September 2020. You can either self collect at 818 Durians (26 Defu Lane 10 #01-88) or top up $10 for delivery. As their snowskin mooncakes are made fresh, they can be kept for up to 5 days in the chiller and 2 weeks in the freezer.

Crystal Jade Group

It’s time to revel in moonlit festivities, with Crystal Jade Group’s range of delectable mooncakes.

The snow skin mooncakes take on an exciting local spin this year. Sink your teeth into the Assorted Petite Snow Skin Mooncakes ($72.80 for 8 pieces) in four artisanal flavours — Sea Salt Caramel, Lychee Martini, Coconut, & Taro. The snow skin mooncake may sound very sweet, but the combination is well-balanced. I particularly like the coconut snow skin mooncake which reveals a chocolate shell with grated coconut filling, providing a satisfying bite.

There is always something comforting about traditional mooncakes. With its signature golden brown pastry skin and premium low-sugar white lotus paste that oozes wholesome goodness, Crystal Jade Group’s Traditional Baked White Lotus Paste with Single Yolk and Traditional Baked White Lotus Paste with Double Yolk will thrill all palates. They are available in boxes of 2 or 4 pieces ($40.70 to $72.80).

Choose from three different mooncake packaging – Minimalist box, Classy Turquoise gift box and Exquisite Two-tier gift box — which can hold either two or four pieces of baked mooncakes, or eight pieces of mini snow skin mooncakes.

Mooncakes are available for purchase at all participating Crystal Jade outlets. You can also order online at https://estore.crystaljade.com/

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Chui Lau Heung

As the moon turns full on the 15th day of the 8th month of the Lunar Calendar, it is time to gather the entire family, young and old, to remember the tale of Chang Er – the Goddess of the Moon – and commemorate her beauty and sacrifice with lanterns and a taste of mooncakes for fullness and good fortune.

Chui Lau Heung, which started on South Bridge Road, created Chui Lau Heung mooncakes in 2003. Their mooncakes are sold in various continents, and is one of the top 5 mooncake brands in Hong Kong.

Their signature mooncakes include the Mini Mao Shan Wang Durian Crystal Mooncake ($39.90 for 6 pieces) and Mini Mao Shan Wang Durian Molten Crystal Mooncake ($42.90 for 6 pieces). Wrapped in a soft and chewy translucent mochi-like skin, the rich and creamy, yet mildly sweet and bitter Mao Shan Wong durian filling takes centre-stage in both mooncakes. Chui Lau Heung uses only Malaysian durians in their creations. The novel Durian Crystal mooncake is made to resemble a faceted jewel when fully thawed. The mooncakes are not too sweet, have durian fibres, and the skin of the mooncakes is thinner than usual.

If you find crystal durian mooncake not novel enough, go for the crystal durian molten mooncake with an egg yolk-like durian filling at the epi-centre. The taste of the crystal moon cake varies when thawed for different durations — enjoy the mooncake like a frozen ice cream or thaw it for longer so you get a creamy core and a chewier skin. You can even torch the crystal skin with a flame gun to add a “wow” factor to the taste. Warm and crispy on the outside and cold and tender on the inside, this mooncake is fun and enjoyable for Mid-Autumn celebrations.

Rich and creamy in texture is the Mini Snowskin Mao Shan Wang Durian ($39.90 for 6 pieces). Each bite of the pastel pink mooncake that’s packed with the creamiest and most powerful punch of Mao Shan Wang durian pulp might take your breath away. This is a sinful treat that leaves you craving for more. Order directly from https://www.chuilauheung.sg

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Check out with exclusive promo code “MISSTAMCHIAK” and enjoy $10 off when your order hits $39.90 (till September 15th 2020). Buy 3 box mooncakes and get 1 free flame gun. Chui Lau Heung is also offering free delivery with any purchase.

Awfully Chocolate

Sweetening the time-honoured Mid-autumn Festival, Awfully Chocolate brings a finely-curated selection of mooncake offerings for all, as families celebrate a time of reunion.

The Awfully Chocolate Mid-Autumn Collection 2020 showcases a contemporary range of their best-selling Classic Baked Mooncakes and specialty Chocolate Truffle Mooncake that are crafted with artisanal high quality ingredients.

Awfully Chocolate’s Chocolate Truffle Mooncake collection, $66 for 8 pcs (U.P. $88 Save $22), features luscious Chocolate Autumn Berries, Matcha Dark Chocolate, Dark Milk Espresso and Caramel Calamansi Truffle Mooncakes. These artisanal mooncakes armed with a touch of luxury are here to make your Mid-Autumn celebrations an unforgettable one.

Enrobed in the divine 45% Dark Milk Chocolate, the Dark Milk Espresso truffle mooncake is the perfect combination of a robust double espresso yolk and the best of dark and milk chocolate. A beloved favourite for many.

Each chest of Awfully Chocolate’s must-have Classic Baked Mooncakes boasts four different flavours, baked in either light golden Shanghai pastry or their signature dark chocolate pastry. A new addition this year is the Six Treasures with White Lotus, inspired by the traditional “Five Nut” mooncake. Their 100% Premium Dark Cocoa’s distinctive roast is enhanced with a salty-sweet medley of fruit and nut, creating a lovely balance in flavour and texture.

The mooncakes are packaged beautifully in a one-of-a-kind bespoke wooden chests and come with individual gold fork-knives, perfect for gifting. If you’re looking for a great option for your loved ones and clients, Awfully Chocolate has what you’re looking for. Reserve now on http://awfullychocolate.com/ or any of their stores.

Bread Garden

There is always something comforting and heart-warming about traditional, fragrant white lotus paste baked mooncakes.

Bread Garden is continually elevating mid-autumn celebrations to new heights by adding a touch of finesse to its mooncake collections. This year, they have launched two new baked mooncakes ­– Golden Royale ($15) and Royal Milk Tea ($15). The former sees a luscious combination of custard and salted egg yolk, while the latter will satisfy your boba craving with its silky milk tea and brown sugar core.

Thrill your taste buds with their Signature Diamond Jewel Treasure Set ($64) which consists of Golden Emerald, Charcoal Golden Emerald, Golden Red Emerald and Golden Royale. Beautifully encased in an elegant two-tier golden chest box, these traditional mooncakes make a great gift for your loved ones and business associates.

Another newly launched mooncake this year is the Coco Divine ($14). Enrobed in the richness of the specially crafted coco paste is a premium Italian dark molten coco core which gives a satisfying crunch. The chocolate frenzy continues with another new addition — the Coco Lava Snowskin Mooncake ($14) — which promises a lava core filled with crunchy bits and premium Italian hazelnut coco, delicately swathed in a smooth and refreshing paste.

Durian aficionados should not miss the MSW Jewel Set ($45 for 2 pcs). Meticulously handcrafted by their culinary mastros, each mooncake is packed with a rich and flavourful Mao Shan Wang durian pulp. This definitely makes a great gift, but you should most certainly get a few for yourself!

Visit https://breadgarden.com.sg/ for more information and to place your orders!

Gim Tim

Since 1975, Gim Tim has been the place to enjoy the nest of Hokkien and Cantonese cuisines in a cosy ambience. This year, they have unveiled a new, delectable mooncake flavour to celebrate the time-honoured tradition of Mid-Autumn Festival.

Making its debut this year, the Charcoal Snowskin Mooncake with Salted Egg Custard packs a punch and each bite (literally) oozes a medley of sweet and savoury flavours. This sweet treat is not only delightfully delicious, but a beauty to behold as well. With specks of gold dust sprinkled on its charcoal black snowskin, the mooncake visually resembles a starry night sky and is sure to bring us over the moon.

Gim Tim is also bringing back its hot favourite, the Crispy Mooncake Series. This highly sought-after mooncake has orders flying in by the dozens and it is clear why. Biting into the golden-brown pastry skin reveals a fragrant sweet yam paste that melts in the mouth. Handmade by Gim Tim’s Cantonese pastry chefs, each crispy mooncake is carefully crafted from scratch. The humble kitchen does everything from the processing of the yam paste to the infusion of flavours through boiling and deep-frying with shallot oil, giving each mooncake its to- die-for, thin and crispy crust.

Another returning favourite is the signature selection of Traditional Baked Mooncakes. Baked to a golden-brown hue, each mooncake is lusciously filled with smooth white lotus paste that complements perfectly with the double egg yolk in its centre. This all-time favourite mooncake is made with the finest ingredients and baked to perfection. Opt for the Classic Assorted Nuts option for a fragrant, nutty finish.

To order, simply go to http://order.gimtim.com.sg/ or visit Blk 157 Ang Mo Kio Ave 4 #01-546 (S)560157. Collection and delivery of mooncakes will be available from 3rd September to 1st October 2020. For bulk orders, please email to sales@gimtim.com.sg. For any enquiries, please call +65 64597766.

PROMOTIONS:
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Golden Moments

Golden Moments is putting smiles on faces with 3 NEW flavours — Docello Hazelnut Chocolate Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncake (Box of 4), Premium D24 Snowskin Mooncake (Box of 4), Premium Lychee Martini Snowskin Mooncake (Box of 4). This new and healthier collection has no sugar incorporated so there’s no need to worry about overindulging!

Treat your tastebuds to the spanking new Docello Hazelnut Chocolate MSW Snowskin Mooncake which features a bamboo charcoal Snowskin encasing decadent Mao Shan Wang and a crunchy hazelnut chocolate bar at its core.

The first non-durian Snowskin Mooncake in Golden Moment’s collection is the Lychee Martini. Imagine a delicate ivory Snowskin coating velvety lotus paste and twin spheres of lychee martini infused with white chocolate. It’s an elegant treat perfect for sharing.

Back by popular demand is Golden Moments’ best-selling Mao Shan Wang Durian Snowskin Mooncake ($108 for a box of 4). Famous for its silken bamboo charcoal snowskin that’s sprinkled lavishly with edible gold dust, the mooncake holds a core of 100% pure Mao Shan Wang Durian.

Adding a Midas touch to the Mid-Autumn Festival, Golden Moments has tied up with SK Jewellery to launch a limited edition 24K Truffle Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncake with a Gold Gift set at an auspicious price of $888.

PROMOTIONS:
In lieu of their fourth-year anniversary, Golden Moments is launching a 1-for-1 promotion for their Signature Premium Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncakes and the new Docello Hazelnut Chocolate Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncakes from 1 August – 6 September 2020.

Hong Kong MeiXin

This year, Hong Kong Meixin continues to captivate hearts (and taste buds!) with its signature lava custard mooncakes, classic baked favourites, refreshing fruity snowskin delights and Avengers mooncakes. This Mid-Autumn Festival would be the coolest!

Enjoy your Avenger-stamped Lava Custard mooncakes in two different tins: Avengers and Iron Man. Iron Man’s arc reactor & name lights up at the touch of a button. This exclusive bundle ($72 for 2 tins) will be sold as a pair and is a must-buy collection for all Marvel fans. Each collection contains 4 pieces of the most popular Lava Custard Mooncakes.

‘Lava Custard Mooncake’ ($63.80) has become the public’s new favourite over the recent Mid-Autumn festivals, and Hong Kong Meixin Mooncakes is introducing their brand-new ‘Lava Cheese Mooncake’ ($63.80) to the Lava Series. Made with Gouda Cheese from Northern Europe, the ‘Lava Cheese Mooncake’ has a rich texture, a lingering aroma of cheese, and crunchy crust. Cheese lovers should get your hands on a box right away!

Scouring the world for quality ingredients, Hong Kong Meixin has curated the best fruit puree, that’s incorporated into their tenderly chewy mooncake skin. The ‘Snowy Mooncake Premium Delicacies’ collection ($72.80) features the Mango with Pomelo Dessert as the ‘full moon’ at the centre, surrounded by seven ‘little stars’ comprising popular flavours like Mango, Green Tea & Red Bean, Blueberry Duo, Pink Guava & Apricot, and others. Taste the refreshingly fruity flavours in every bite!

Head to the eShop: www.hkmxproducts.sg to place your order. Delivery is available for all products except Snowy Mooncakes. You may order Snowy Mooncakes and get delivery for a charge of $15.

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InterContinental Singapore

Teasing the palate with a juxtaposition of sweet and savoury flavours, InterContinental Singapore brings an exquisite ensemble of snow skin and baked mooncakes that celebrates the hotel’s rich heritage, and deep-seated roots in the heart of the historic and cultural district of Bugis.

Crafted around classic Peranakan desserts, the new snow skin mooncakes ($84 nett for 4 pieces) are decadent treats for your eyes and stomach. Delicately formed in Man Fu Yuan’s signature blooming rose silhouette, the mooncakes come in four irresistible flavours – Chendol, Pulut Hitam, Durian Pengat, and Pandan and Coconut Kaya. My favourite is the Pulut Hitam mooncake which is packed with rich, flavourful dark glutinous rice and candied longan bits. The Durian Pengat mooncake is another crowd’s favourite, bearing a creamy durian cream in a buttery-soft butterfly pea skin.

A nod to the Cantonese classic, the signature White Lotus Paste with Double or Single Yolk and Red Lotus Paste with Double or Single Yolk remain as popular choices. Assorted Nuts Mooncake features a wholesome blend of almonds, walnuts, macadamia, and sesame seeds that combines sweet and savoury with every bite. Those looking for a guilt-free option will find the Low-Sugar White Lotus Paste with Macadamia Nuts a delicious, health-conscious treat. Prices start from $66 nett.

Encased in elegant tingkat carriers with striking blush and turquoise hues, these pieces of gastronomic delight make perfect gifts.

InterContinental Singapore’s mooncakes are available for purchase until 28 September 2020 at InterContinentalShoppe.sg; 7 August to 1 October 2020 at the Man Fu Yuan Shoppe, located at the Level 1 entrance of InterContinental Singapore from Bugis Junction.

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Royal Durian

If you’re a loyal fan of Royal Durian, you might have been hoping for them to launch a durian mooncake this year. As we all know, coming up with a mooncake isn’t an easy feat. Hence, the team at Royal Durian decided to partner the best chefs at award-winning Chinese restaurant, Wan Hao, at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel to launch their first ever Mao Shan Wang mooncake.

Encased in an exquisite red and gold two-tier gift box, the rich and decadent mooncakes (set of 8 – $118) will, no doubt, be a splendid gift for family, friends, and business associates. Their durians are sourced from the famed durian-propagation region in Raub, a humble town in Pahang, Malaysia. Equivalent to the “Burgundy” of durians, it is said that the region produces one of the world’s best durians.

This meticulously-crafted durian mooncake that’s made with 100% premium and real Mao Shan Wang durian flesh could very well be the absolute best that you’re going to taste this Mid-Autumn festival. Customers will be able to purchase these treats by purchasing in-store at 134 Jurong Gateway Rd, #01-303A, Singapore 600134 or submitting orders via +65 8218 3137 on WhatsApp.

The mooncake set is Nitrogen-frozen for enhanced freshness. To savor the addictive Royal Durian Mao Shan Wang snowskin mooncakes, simply defrost them at room temperature for 15 mins, and dive right into the creamy goodness of a velvety, rich and sweet medley. Are you excited? Because we sure are!

PROMOTIONS:
Customers placing advanced orders between 24th August to 15th September will enjoy the set at an exclusive 25% discount of only SGD $88.50. While stock lasts.

Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore

Make this Mid-Autumn Festival one to remember with an exquisite ensemble of classic and contemporary mooncakes, specially handcrafted by Shangri-La Hotel’s culinary team.

All eyes will be set on the Limited Edition Peranakan-Inspired Gift Box Set ($118 for 4 pieces) designed by internationally acclaimed fashion designer Benny Ong. This gorgeous box features Peranakan design motifs that resemble the heritage blue-and-white plates commonly used in Peranakan homes. Each box has a unique serial number from 001 to 999 and comprises four pieces of baked mooncakes filled with bak kwa, pork floss and nuts, flavoured with five-spice powder.

Another highlight – and a healthier one – is the Limited Edition Mini Vegan Mooncakes. This plant-based mooncake features a sphere of sweetened pumpkin in smooth and rich lotus paste with its texture enhanced by crunchy, caramelised pumpkin seeds.

Ladies will be mesmerised by the luxurious Shangri-La’s Signature Mini Baked Custard with Bird’s Nest ($120 for 8 pieces), filled with generous mouthfuls of nourishing bird’s nest in a smooth, creamy custard. Indulge in Shang Palace Mini Snowskin Mooncakes ($88 for 8 pieces) which includes rich Hennessy X.O. chocolate snowskin mooncakes, and refreshing Yuzu sake snowskin mooncakes. One bite, and you will be over the moon.

The Shang Palace Four Treasures ($80 for 4 pieces) which includes Reduced Sugar White Lotus Seed Paste with Single Yolk, Reduced Sugar White Lotus Seed Paste with Double Yolk, Mixed Nuts with Chicken Ham, and Reduced Sugar Plain White Lotus Seed Paste, is not to be missed as well. Consider the Black Sesame with Taro ($78 for 4 pieces) too, guaranteed to be popular with those who enjoy the heady aroma of roasted black sesame.

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Shangri-La’s mooncakes are available from now till 1 October 2020. Delivery and self-collect options are available. Mooncake gift vouchers are also available for sale. For more information, please call (65) 6213 4511/4473, email shangpalace.sls@shangri-la.com or visit https://bit.ly/SLSMooncake20

Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel

Looking to impress loved ones and business associates this Mid-Autumn Festival? The luxurious, gold-dusted Black Truffle Baked Mooncakes with Bayonne Ham & Single Yolk ($82 nett) by Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel will dazzle and grab all attention. Known as the “black diamond” in the culinary realm, the Black Truffle produces a unique earthy aroma which complements the Bayonne Ham and balances the sweetness of the white lotus seed paste.

You can elevate this delicacy a notch with a premium bottle of Laurent-Perrier Brut Champagne that is refreshing and easy on the palate. This limited edition Premium Gift Set ($238nett) which encompasses 4 gold-dusted Black Truffle Baked Mooncakes with Bayonne Ham & Single Yolk and a bottle of Laurent-Perrier Brut Champagne (375ml) is the epitome of elegance and finesse.

This year, a delicate selection of snowskin varieties have been added to the hotel’s opulent mooncake collection. Ladies will be mesmerised by the novel Rose Tea Snowskin Mooncakes with Champagne Truffle ($74 nett), which will court tastebuds with a blooming aroma from rose tea leaves.

The Almond Custard Snowskin Mooncakes with Osmanthus Truffle ($72nett) feature creamy almond custard-infused premium white lotus seed paste, and makes for a deeply indulgent treat that promises to be popular with both adults and children alike. The Mandarin Orange Snowskin Mooncakes with Caramel Sea Salt Truffle ($72nett) is yet another stunning creation with its bewitching interplay of luscious jasmine paste, tangy mandarin orange and an irresistible, buttery caramel sea salt truffle.

Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel’s mooncakes are available for pre-order online at www.celebratorydelights.com/mooncakes. You can also call 6831 4708, or visit the hotel’s Mid-Autumn booth (hotel lobby).

PROMOTIONS:
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The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore

Sweetening the time-honoured Mid-Autumn Festival, The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore brings a finely-curated selection of mini mooncake offerings for all, as families celebrate a time of reunion.

The bite-sized mooncakes sit pretty in an elegant red jewellery box with unique stained glass design just like the one in CHIJMES Hall. Melding both Eastern and Western elements, this thoughtfully designed box celebrates colonial beauty and impresses the most discerning business associates, friends and family.

Travel back in time with the Mini Snowskin Plantation 1840 ($78 for 8 pieces), based after The Bar at 15 Stamford’s iconic cocktail of the same name. Featuring Cuban rum, bolstered by pineapple, lemon and sugar cane juice, as well as a touch of sweet vermouth, this rum-based cocktail is transformed into bite-sized mature sweet treats which promise a feast for the senses.

If eating rum-based mooncakes sound too daunting, go for the other contemporary flavours such as Mini Snowskin Tiramisu ($78 for 8 pieces), Mini Snowskin Valrhona 70% ($78 for 8 pieces), Mini Snowskin Salted Caramel ($74 for 8 pieces), Mini Snowskin Lychee Rose ($74 for 8 pieces), and Mini Snowskin Mao Shan Wang Durian ($86 for 8 pieces). Alternatively, the Assorted Mini Snowskin Mooncake box offers eight mini mooncakes for $78.

Traditional baked mooncakes come in enticing flavours that will satiate classic as well as contemporary tastes. My favourite is the Mini Baked Pandan Paste with Melon Seeds ($70 for 8 pieces) which is made with real pandan and intensified in fragrance by nutty melon seeds. They also have Mini Baked Red Bean Paste with Orange Peel ($74 for 8 pieces), Mini Baked White Lotus Seed with Egg Yolk (Reduced Sugar) ($78 for 8 pieces) and Mini Baked White Lotus Seed Paste with Macadamia Nuts (Reduced Sugar) ($74 for 8 pieces). Alternatively, you can have a taste of all four flavours with the Assorted Mini Baked Mooncake box of eight for $74 where you can pick any flavour of your choice. Visit www.shop-capitolkempinski.com to purchase.

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