The Mid-Autumn Festival (which falls on September 29 this year) not only signifies a cherished traditional harvest celebration, but it also ushers in mooncake season in Singapore.
As is the custom, local restaurants and hotels have spared no effort in delivering exceptional offerings coupled with stunning packaging. Whether you’re a staunch traditionalist or someone open to novel flavours, the array of mooncake varieties available this year is sure to satisfy.
The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival by honouring tradition and heritage with a delightful range of mooncakes. Available in elegant petite sizes, this year’s selection of mooncakes in both classic baked flavours and modern snow skin varieties are crafted to be low in sugar, making them a healthier choice for the festivities. The Egg Yolk White Lotus Paste is a classic favourite, while the Macadamia Nut White Lotus Paste adds a twist with macadamia nuts embedded in the lotus paste. New additions include Almond Red Bean Paste, combining creamy red bean with almond nut crunch, and Walnut White Lotus Paste, which intensifies the fragrance of white lotus paste with earthy walnuts.
The snowskin mini mooncakes include the new Pistachio Snowskin, offering crisp, nutty flavours encased in soft snow skin, while the Japanese Matcha Mochi mooncake, with a rejuvenating green tea profile that pairs perfectly with tea, makes its return.
These mooncakes are beautifully presented in the hotel’s classic two-tier tin box design, adorned in the signature Kempinski red and featuring the Capitol Building and Stamford House. You can also opt for the mooncakes to be presented in the Celestial Collection, which includes a durable canvas carry-on tote in soft pastel pink or neutral dusty rose.
How to order: To enjoy 30% off your orders, visit the hotel’s online store or contact them via WhatsApp at +65 6715 6852.
Tiong Bahru Bakery is bringing a contemporary French twist to traditional mooncakes with their Mid-Autumn gift sets. Housed in a colourful gift box, the Take Me To The Moon Box Set offers four unique Kouign Amanns infused with oriental flavours. These “mooncakes” – a delightful alternative to traditional options – includes Yuzu & Osmanthus for a subtle citrus and floral blend, Honey, Ginger & Sesame for warm and comforting aromas, Black Sesame & Coconut for a bold nutty and coconut fusion, and Lotus Paste & Salted Egg for a traditional taste with the added crunch of macadamia nuts.
Whether you prefer refreshing citrus notes, invigorating ginger, rich sesame, or the classic combination of lotus paste and salted egg, these mooncakes offer a unique twist on traditional Mid-Autumn treats.
How to order: The Take Me To The Moon Box Set orders would need to be placed 1 day in advance via TBB online store, for both deliveries and self-collection. From 15 September till 1 October, a limited number of the Take Me To The Moon Box Set will be available for walk-in purchases in all TBB stores islandwide.
Janice Wong Singapore has unveiled the Janice Wong Mooncake Collection 2023, themed around Childhood Memories (Chocolate), Japan-inspired (Baked), and Floral (Snowskin) mooncakes, offering a diverse range of mooncakes with artistic flair.
The Signature Chocolate Mooncakes aim to capture familiar flavours from childhood, featuring varieties like Peanut Butter Snickers, Salted Pecan Dark Chocolate, Vanilla Biscoff, and Coffee Chocolate. Each mooncake is a visual delight with hand-dripped splatters and surprises inside, as the chocolate ganache centre contrasts with its outer shell.
Inspired by festival street food profiles and shifting away from the traditional golden-brown crust, the Japan-Inspired Baked Mooncakes offer a modern twist with flavours like Kuromitsu Sea Salt, Kinako Macadamia, Raspberry Almond, and Pistachio with green tea bean paste.
For a delicate contrast, the Floral-themed Snowskin Mooncakes come in pastel hues and flavours like Rose, Osmanthus Figs, Jasmine tea, and Lavender Apricot, designed for a tea-time indulgence with loved ones. The collection is housed in a reusable tin container adorned with Janice Wong’s signature colour brush strokes.
How to order: Those in search of the perfect mooncake set can delight their loved ones by pre-ordering boxes across Janice Wong boutiques, or have them delivered to their homes via the online store.
The Marmalade Pantry seamlessly blends tradition and innovation in its baked mooncake assortment, available exclusively in gift sets from $88+. This year, the mooncakes – which are crafted with low-sugar and no-lard recipes – are available in specially designed boxes that can be transformed into elegant jewellery vaults that are ideal for gifting family and associates.
The lineup this year introduces three new flavours: Assam Tea and Hokkaido Milk with Raisin, which features fragrant tamarind tea and lemon peel paired with a Hokkaido milk lotus paste and plump raisins; Taro Coconut with Red Bean, which offers a twist on the traditional yam-filled Teochew-style mooncake; and Red Lotus and Black Sesame with Pecan, where black sesame paste is mixed with sweet red lotus paste as well as pecan morsels, which adds a delicate crunch that elevates the experience. Additionally, The Marmalade Pantry’s perennial favourite, White Lotus with Double Yolk, remains available.
Enhance the experience with the Gold Moscato Tea Tin ($30+), a complementary white tea infused with tropical fruit aromas and edible gold shimmers.
How to order: Orders can be made at the ION, Downtown, Anchorpoint, and Bugis outlets from now till 29 September 2023, while stocks last (last day to order is on 29 September 2023). The delivery and collection period is from 28 August to 29 September 2023.
Early bird specials: Customers who order and pay using Mastercard® by 27 August 2023 can enjoy an exclusive 20% early bird discount; the use of promo code is required for online purchases.
This year, Four Seasons Hotel Singapore presents mooncakes that are a captivating fusion of tradition and innovation from renowned restaurants Jiang-Nan Chun and Nobu Singapore. The baked mooncakes are available in an elegant limited edition multifunctional mooncake box adorned with intricate Chinese peony motifs and offered in soft pastel hues of lilac or sky blue – the stunning centrepiece also doubles as a lantern. For the snowskin collection, the Nobu Mid-Autumn lacquered box returns, inspired by traditional Japanese lacquerware and exuding timeless elegance.
Amongst the curated offerings, the baked collection features signature classics and innovative creations. Look forward to the new Pumpkin Lotus Paste with Dark Chocolate, a harmonious fusion of velvety pumpkin lotus paste and rich dark chocolate, yielding earthy, nutty, and subtly sweet notes. Traditional favourites like the Assorted Nuts with Smoked Duck make a comeback, inspired by Jiang-Nan Chun’s wood-roasted Peking Duck and promising a satisfying crunch of mixed nuts infused with spices.
Snowskin enthusiasts can delight in Jiang-Nan Chun’s Jasmine Tea and Pear, combining fragrant jasmine tea with the natural sweetness of ripe pears, or explore the modern twist of the Miso, Cranberry, and White Chocolate from Nobu Singapore. Elevate the mooncake experience with Copenhagen Organic Sparkling Teas, offering exquisite pairings that enhance the enjoyment of these delicacies.
How to order: For orders, call +65 6831 7253, email festiveseason.sin@fourseasons.com or make an order online. Available for orders now, these treasured treats will be ready for collection or delivery from August 7 till September 29, 2023. Bulk orders are also available upon request.
Early bird specials: 20 percent off baked and snowskin mooncakes from now till August 27, 2023. 10 percent off baked mooncakes and 15 percent off snowskin mooncakes from August 28 till September 15, 2023.
Celebrate this Mid-Autumn Festival with two exceptional mooncake collections from The Fullerton Hotel Singapore and The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore. The Jade Signatures Tea Series Baked Mooncakes collection presents a blend of tea-infused flavours like Assam Tea with Lemon and Tie Guan Yin with Orange, perfect for those seeking nuanced tastes, while the Jade Signatures Classic Baked Mooncakes bring a fusion of tradition and innovation with creations like Mango Lotus Seed Paste and Low Sugar White Lotus Seed Paste.
Enhance your gifting with The Fullerton 15 Treasures Premium Gift Set, featuring a large baked mooncake that symbolises the full moon, encircled by 14 smaller mooncakes in various flavours. Alternatively, celebrate The Fullerton Bay Hotel’s 90th anniversary with The Clifford Pier Mooncake Tingkat, a custom-designed tiffin carrier housing four baked mooncakes reflecting Singapore’s hawker cuisine diversity, including Salted Lotus with Hae Bee Hiam and Assam Lotus with Mango.
How to order: Place orders online at shop.fullertonhotels.com or at The Fullerton Cake Boutique. For advance corporate / bulk purchases, please contact The Fullerton Cake Boutique at (65) 6877 8943 or email fullertonshop@fullertonhotels.com.
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore is celebrating this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival with Assorted Mini Snowskin mooncakes, inspired by the acclaim of Summer Pavilion and Republic on Asia’s 50 Best list. Expect flavours such as the innovative Irish coffeetini flavour, inspired from Republic’s Kim Sisters cocktail, and the classic mini snowskin lycheetini mooncakes from Summer Pavilion. Both are elegantly presented in a newly reimagined mooncake box designed for jetsetters. The leather-woven mooncake vanity boxes are available in blush pink and baby blue and feature velvet interiors, dual compartments, an elastic pocket, a Ritz-Carlton bag tag, and a matching shoulder chain.
For those who prefer classic favourites, the hotel is also offering mooncake flavours such as White Lotus Seed Paste with Double Yolk, Mini Snowskin Green Tea, and the revered Snowskin “Mao Shan Wang” Durian mooncake, celebrated for its velvety texture and delightful bittersweet notes.
How to order: All mooncake varieties can be purchased online at summerpavilion.oddle.me, or at Colony Bakery from 17 July to 29 September 2023, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Self-collection and delivery are available.
From 25 August 2023, a limited-edition scarlet tweed box which comes with four pieces of baked White Lotus Seed Paste with Double Yolk mooncakes, will be available for walk-in purchase at Colony Bakery, while stocks last!
Offering a unique twist to the festival is Tablescape Restaurant & Bar’s My Moonlit Garden. Honouring the tradition of savouring mooncakes, which symbolise unity and togetherness, the Grape Mousse Mooncake enriches the collection with a frozen duo. These snowskin mooncakes feature a grape yogurt-infused mousse filling and a vanilla chiffon cake base. Adding a touch of whimsy, the Durian Mousse Bunny Bliss showcases white bunny-shaped cakes crowned with Mao Shan Wang durian custard and airy whipped cream on an almond cake sponge. The spotlight shines on the Oolong Peach Cloud Delight, a dreamy masterpiece merging peach confiture, oolong mousse, and a chocolate sablé base adorned with white chocolate clouds reflecting the twilight sky.
The Black Forest Tart Duo boasts a tart shell embracing dark chocolate mousse and Amarena cherry compote, topped with cocoa nib stars and a chocolate “crescent.” A delightful blend of flavours awaits in the Assorted Chocolate Pralines, ranging from fizzy strawberry-filled bursts to the comforting nuttiness of hazelnut and the zesty kick of lemon – a symphony of indulgence in every bite. Finally, the Crème Brûlée Macaron delivers a classic treat with a crème brûlée twist – a joyful and flavorful crescendo.
How to order: Tablescape’s My Moonlit Garden is available exclusively for takeaway and delivery through their online e-shop from now to 29 September 2023.
The Floral Atelier has teamed up with Shangri-La Singapore for a special Mid-Autumn collection this year. The combination of exquisite floral arrangements and delightful mooncakes makes for a perfect gifting option, and depicts the joy of shared moments and togetherness.
Choose from options such as Modern Arrangements that include floral displays that are crafted and packaged in a curated modern glass vase alongside Shangri-La Singapore mooncakes, or a limited-edition Master Series that features a botanical masterpiece with the Shangri-La Mooncake Selection Gift Box, containing nine pieces of 50-year Aged Mandarin Peel, Red Bean mooncakes accented with three different assortments of floral flavours.
How to order: Place orders online at thefloralatelier.co/collections/mid-autumn-festival-2023-collection.
Over at Lime Restaurant from Parkroyal Collection Pickering, there’s a delightful selection of baked mooncakes that are available in four enticing flavours. This includes the indulgent Salted Egg Lava and Matcha Lava mooncakes, offering a burst of flavours.
For those fond of classics, the White Lotus Paste with Single Yolk Mooncake combines velvety lotus paste and savoury golden yolk. Those seeking a fruitier note can savour the aromatic White Lotus Paste with Lychee Bits Mooncake.
The Fantastic Four option presents all four flavours in an eco-friendly bamboo box with an elegant scarlet sleeve, making it a perfect gift choice.
How to order: Orders must be placed a minimum of three days prior to the desired collection or delivery date. Mooncakes may be collected at Lime Restaurant on level 1 of Parkroyal Collection Pickering, between now until 29 September 2023 from 11am to 9pm daily. Complimentary delivery to one location is applicable for orders of 50 boxes or more.
Early bird specials: From now until 3 September 2023, UOB, DBS, Citi and Amex cardholders enjoy 25% savings on all mooncake purchases made via email to dining.prsps@parkroyalcollection.com, by calling +65 3138 2251 or over the counter at Lime Restaurant. 15% savings is applicable from 4 to 29 September 2023. Enjoy up to 30% savings on mooncakes as a Pan Pacific DISCOVERY member.
The iconic Sanrio-themed mooncakes from Cheers and FairPrice Xpress are back once again. This year’s collection showcases cherished characters Hello Kitty and My Melody. Each set includes an exclusive cooler bag featuring the character’s design. These limited sets can be found exclusively at selected Cheers and FairPrice Xpress stores across the island from August 9th to September 29th, 2023, and they’re priced at S$98 per set.
The Hello Kitty Cooler Bag Mooncake set offers a Hello Kitty-themed cooler bag and four delightful flavours of baked mooncakes, including timeless classics like Classic White Lotus with Double Yolks and Pandan Lotus with Single Yolk. For coffee enthusiasts, the Coffee Lotus Hazelnut Caramel Lava mooncake is a treat, while others can indulge in the Velvet Lotus Strawberry Lava mooncake.
Meanwhile, the My Melody Cooler Bag Mooncake set presents the same beloved favourites along with two new creations: Chocolate Lotus Oreo Hazelnut Lava mooncake and Matcha Lotus Adzuki Lava mooncake. All of this goodness comes with a My Melody-themed cooler bag.
How to order: These limited Sanrio-themed mooncake sets are available exclusively for sale at S$98 each at selected Cheers and FairPrice Xpress islandwide seen here.