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August 2022
Mooncakes 2022: 40+ Heavenly Traditional & Snowskin Delights this Mid-autumn Festival
Are you #TeamTraditional or #TeamSnowskin? Golden baked pastry filled with luscious lotus paste and salted egg yolks. Or novel flavours with molten centres wrapped in tender snowskin. Can you pick a side? Thankfully, you don’t have to. While the actual Mid-autumn Festival falls on 10 September this year, mooncakes 2022 sales have already begun in earnest. From surprising creations to traditional favourites, from affordable to luxe, here’s something for everyone under the full moon.
1. Ding Mooncakes
Premium quality yet value-for-money, the award-winning mooncakes from Ding Mooncakes are freshly handcrafted and presented in an elegant gift box, ideal for impressing relatives and friends. Choose from traditional baked mooncakes in Signature White Lotus or Pandan Jade Lotus, with or without egg yolks, to exciting new snowskin flavours such as Korean Yuzu, Authentic Gula Melaka, French Earl Grey Lavender, and Treviso Tiramisu. And you can’t go wrong with all-time favourite Highland Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncake, which utilises pure Grade AAA premium Mao Shan Wang from Pahang Highlands for the richest durian experience.
How much From $72.90
Promotions 30% early bird discount till 22 August
Get it at www.dingmooncake.com
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TANTALISING TRADITIONAL MOONCAKES 2022
2. Mini Baked Pineapple Paste – The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore
For fans of tropical flavours, the refreshing Mini Baked Pineapple Paste Mooncake will hit the spot. Packing a tangy punch of pure pineapple paste, this new creation pays homage to The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore’s heritage and history, dating back to the time of the Balestiers and pineapple plantations around the island.
More must-tries: Mini Baked Pandan Paste with Melon Seeds; Mini Snowskin Matcha Mochi; Mini Snowskin Valrhona & Plantation 1840 Truffle; Mini Snowskin Champagne Truffle
How much From $74 per box (8 pieces)
Promotions 25% early bird discount till 12 August | up to 15% off from 13 August
Get it at shop-capitolkempinski.com
3. SANRIO Hello Kitty Mooncakes – Cheers & FairPrice Xpress
Have yourself a Sanrio-themed Mid-autumn Festival this year with the SANRIO Hello Kitty Mooncakes. Exclusive to Cheers and FairPrice Xpress, four baked mooncakes with molten centres are presented in a stylish red tote bag. The flavours comprise Coconut Pandan Lotus One Yolk, Matcha Lotus Azuki, Coffee Lotus Hazelnut Caramel Lava, and Classic White Lotus Two Yolks.
More must-tries: Character Flower Dreamland Tin Box with Custard Salted Egg Lava and Pandan Custard Mango Lava
How much $78.80 per set (4 pieces)
Promotions Buy both sets at early bird rate of $105.80 till 22 August
Get it at Cheers & FairPrice Xpress outlets islandwide
(See also: August 2022: What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore)
4. Hongyu Black Tea Lotus with Pomelo, Citrus Peel, and Pumpkin Seed – Cherry Garden
From Mandarin Oriental Singapore’s award-winning Chinese restaurant comes Hongyu Black Tea Lotus with Pomelo, Citrus Peel, and Pumpkin Seed. The new fruit-and-tea pairing exudes the fragrance of the Taiwanese black brew with a fruity essence. It’s exclusively available as part of the Cherry Garden Two Treasures and Four Treasures sets.
More must-tries: Baked Chestnut with Taro Coconut; Black Sesame Walnut Cream Snowskin; Lemon Genmaicha Snowskin; Tangerine with Melon Seed Snowskin
How much From $50 per box (2 pieces)
Promotions 20% off till 10 September
Get it at singapore.mandarinorientalshop.com
5. Osmanthus White Lotus – Ginger.Lily
Embrace the spirit of tradition with Hilton Singapore Orchard’s timeless treasures this Mid-autumn Festival. The Osmanthus White Lotus is a modern take on the classic plain white lotus. The subtle fragrance of osmanthus flowers complements the lightly sweet lotus paste filling.
More must-tries: Traditional Baked Nuts; Traditional Baked Collection
How much From $88 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions 30% early bird discount till 25 August
Get it at www.hiltonsingaporeorchard.com
6. Tiger Tubbies – Goodwood Park Hotel
Alongside classic baked and modern snowskin mooncakes, Goodwood Park Hotel presents an all-new assortment of festive baked pastries. There’s Traditional Teochew Cake, Husband Cake, and Wife Cake to satisfy the older generation. And for the kids, their very own Tiger Tubbies! Lotus seed paste and a quarter salted egg yolk hide within its buttery shell.
More must-tries: Ondeh Ondeh Snowskin; Strawberry Snowskin; Durian Combo Snowskin; Snowskin Combo; Baked Combo
How much $48 per box (8 pieces)
Promotions 30% early bird discount till 18 August (minimum 2 boxes) | up to 20% off till 10 September
Get it at goodwoodparkfestive.oddle.me
7. Orange Lotus with Double Yolk and Melon Seeds – Grand Hyatt Singapore
A refreshing addition to Grand Hyatt Singapore’s signature baked collection is the Orange Lotus with Double Yolk and Melon Seeds. The savoury salted egg yolk balances the zesty citrus to perfection. It is exclusively available in an assorted set of four.
More must-tries: Baked Sesame Lotus with Double Yolk; Champagne Snowskin; Lychee Martini Snowskin; Strawberry Tequila Snowskin; Black Sesame & Ginger Snowskin
How much $80 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions 15% early bird discount till 31 August
Get it at store.grandhyattsingapore.com
8. Vegan Custard Mooncake – Green Common
Singapore’s one-stop plant-based culinary destination rings in the season with the Vegan Custard Mooncake. It features creamy eggless custard, award-winning Miyoko’s organic vegan butter, and a golden casing made of coconut milk, flaxseed powder, and agave syrup. The guilt-free indulgence contains 0mg cholesterol, 0g trans-fat, no added preservatives.
How much $54 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions 15% early bird discount till 21 August
Get it at bit.ly/sg_gcmooncake
(See also: 6 Kid-friendly Plant-based Recipes to Try)
9. Cempedak Mooncake – Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre
This year, Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre adds a new Cempedak flavour to its Halal-certified selection. Available in the Assorted Mooncake Set, it offers a balance of sweet and savoury. Fans of the meaty tropical fruit will enjoy the contrasting tangy taste within.
More must-tries: Baked White Lotus Macadamia Nuts; Baked Black Sesame Paste
How much $68 per box (4 pieces)
Get it at singaporeorchard.holidayinn.com
10. Black Sesame with Hokkaido Milk Ginger – Jade Restaurant
The Fullerton Hotel Singapore’s Jade Signatures Mooncake Collection includes two new baked mooncake flavours with traditional elements. We love the Black Sesame with Hokkaido Milk Ginger Baked Mooncake. Spicy notes of ginger warm up subtly sweet black sesame paste. The Hokkaido milk centre adds a creamy finish.
More must-tries: Chestnut with Pistachio Baked Mooncake; Pandan with Gula Melaka Snowskin; Rose Bandung Snowskin; The Fullerton 15 Treasures Premium Gift Set
How much From $78 per box (4 pieces)
Get it at shop.fullertonhotels.com
:: NEW :: Traditional Cantonese Low Sugar Mooncakes – 聚JU Signatures
With 30 years of experience under his belt, Executive Chef Wong Kok Shyong is well known for his known for his contemporary handcrafted dim sum creations. Originally hailing from Peony Jade Group, Chef Wong, who is also revered for his skills in creating artisanal mooncakes, has been hand-rolling his signature Flaky Teochew Orh Nee Mooncakes for 13 years. If you (or those at home) are keeping an eye on your sugar intake though, these Traditional Cantonese Low Sugar Mooncakes will satiate without guilt.
More must-tries: Champagne Truffle Mini Snowskin mooncake and Dark Chocolate Truffle Mini Snowskin mooncakes, whose praline centres ooze with with boozy champagne juxtaposed against pure white lotus paste and decadent chocolate praline snuggled within chocolate lotus paste respectively.
How much From $78 for four pieces
Promotions 聚 JU Signatures mooncakes are also retailing at Takashimaya Mid-Autumn Festival Mooncake Fair 2022 from 4 August to 10 September 2022
Get it at jusignatures.com
11. Coconut Egg Yolk Mooncake – Kam’s Roast
Good news for Kam’s Roast fans who anticipate its signature Assorted Nuts with Roast Duck Mooncake every year — it’s back! Along with other unique offerings, such as this Coconut Egg Yolk Mooncake. The fragrant sweetness of fresh coconut tempers the savoury punch of premium salted duck egg yolk to perfection.
More must-tries: Baked Red Dates Longan; Baked Almond Egg Custard; Kam’s Roast Red Bean Orange Peel Mooncake; Kam’s Roast Assorted Nuts with Roast Duck Mooncake
How much $68 per box (6 pieces)
Promotions 15% early bird discount till 14 August | 10% off from 15 August
Get it at kamsroast.oddle.me
12. Dark Chocolate Skin, Arabica Coffee, Melon Seeds with House-cured Salted Egg Yolk – Mad About Sucre
Using all-natural ingredients without preservatives, additives, or artificial flavours, Mad About Sucre’s baked mooncakes are individually handcrafted in small batches. Its latest addition sees Dark Chocolate Skin encasing a centre of Arabica Coffee, Melon Seeds, and House-cured Salted Egg Yolk.
More must-tries: Osmanthus, Rose, White Lotus with Pandan Yolk and Melon Seeds; White Lotus with Melon Seeds with House-cured Salted Egg Yolk
How much From $78 per box (6 pieces)
Get it at www.madaboutsucre.com
:: NEW :: MONOPOLY Mooncake Street Smart Edition Board Game Set – Mdm Ling Bakery
Mooncakes and Monopoly? Game on! This mid-Autumn, homegrown brand Mdm Ling Bakery and Hasbro have collaborated to create the world’s first MONOPOLY Mooncake Street Smart Edition, and it’s truly a winning combination. From the box that magically opens up to become the iconic game board, to the classic MONOPOLY tokens, game cards, and cash, this set will delight both kids and adults. There are four flavour sets to choose from: the LAVALICIOUS! Signature Series, DESSERTLICIOUS! Nostalgic Series, YUMMYLICIOUS! Cookie-Inspired Series and LUSCIOUS! Traditional Classic Series.
More must-tries: Let it flow with the LAVALICIOUS! Signature Series, which has mooncakes in flavours that everyone will love: Japanese Matcha Green Tea, Nanyang Coffee Caramel, Hong Kong Salted Egg Yolk Custard, and Belgian-Italian Chocolate Hazelnut.
How much $118 per box
Promotions Get 25% off any 3 Mooncake Game Boxes, 18% Off 1 or 2 boxes while stocks last
Get it at mdmlingbakery.com
13. Sakura Shrimp Mooncake – Man Fu Yuan
Executive Chinese Chef Aaron Tan of InterContinental Singapore’s award-winning Chinese restaurant designed a premium gift collection for communal family reunions. It features a charming ivory tea set and four assorted baked mooncakes. These comprise Black Sesame, Pineapple Matcha, Oolong Cashew, and the surprising, savoury-sweet Sakura Shrimp.
More must-tries: InterContinental Negroni Truffle Snowskin; Passionfruit Earl Grey Snowskin; Thai Cheese Milk Tea Snowskin
How much $106 per box (4 pieces, with limited-edition tea set)
Promotions 30% early bird discount till 17 August | 25% from 18 August (on selected mooncakes)
Get it at singapore.intercontinental.com
14. Truffle Bak Kwa Red Lotus – Marina Bay Sands
This year, Marina Bay Sands reimagines tradition to present four contemporary flavours in the Premium Edition (Modern Mooncakes). The Truffle Bak Kwa Red Lotus is a multi-textured treat and umami bomb. Caramelised red lotus paste is studded with chewy morsels of charcoal-barbecued bak kwa, elevated by the aroma of summer truffles.
More must-tries: Baked XO Dried Scallop Wu Liang Ye; Baked Jin Hua Ham White Lotus; Baked Bird’s Nest with Red Date
How much $88 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions Up to 30% off till 10 September
Get it at www.marinabaysands.com
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15. Hojicha Matcha with Raisin – The Marmalade Pantry
A ‘matcha’ made in heaven, the new Hojicha Matcha with Raisin from The Marmalade Pantry offers earthy, roasted flavours. Sweet raisins complement the harmonious blend of hojicha and matcha tea-infused lotus paste. Even the baked skin has tea infused in it.
More must-tries: Baked Traditional White Lotus Paste with Macadamia Nuts; Baked Charcoal with Black Sesame and Melon Seeds
How much From $88 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions 20% early bird discount till 21 August with Mastercard
Get it at delivery.themarmaladepantry.com.sg
16. Taro with Pumpkin – Old Seng Choong
Calling all orh nee lovers! Famous for its novel innovations boasting top-quality ingredients, Old Seng Choong unveils a new classic-in-the-making. The Taro with Pumpkin baked mooncake pairs earthy taro paste with a sweet pumpkin ‘yolk’ for double the joy.
More must-tries: Liu Ren (Mixed Nuts with Olive Kernel); White Lotus Paste with Olive Kernel
How much From $68.80 per box (8 pieces)
Promotions 20% early bird discount till 12 August | 15% off subsequent purchases
Get it at www.oldsengchoong.com
17. Premium Pandan Lotus Paste and Hainanese Kaya – Origin + Bloom
For a timeless flavour combination that celebrates Singapore, try Origin + Bloom’s Premium Pandan Lotus Paste and Hainanese Kaya. The nostalgic treat features house-made kaya within a white chocolate truffle core. Around it is lotus paste infused with freshly squeezed pandan juice, encased in baked Cantonese-style dough elevated with manuka honey.
More must-tries: Baked Low Sugar Premium Lotus Paste with Sunflower Seeds; Baked Okinawa Sugar Lotus Paste with Pumpkin Seeds; Baked Royal Milk Tea with Melon Seeds
How much $108 per box (4 pieces, with a traditional gongfu tea set)
Promotions 25% early bird discount till 20 August
Get it at ww.marinabaysands.com
18. Lychee with Wolfberries – Peach Blossoms
This Mid-autumn, feast on the ever-popular traditional baked mooncakes from PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay Singapore’s award-winning Chinese restaurant. We can’t get enough of Lychee with Wolfberries, with its refreshing floral fragrance and fruity twist.
More must-tries: Charcoal Black Sesame Paste with Melon Seeds and Gold Dust
How much From $85 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions 20% off till 31 August | 15% off from 1 September
Get it at panpacific.co/marinabay
19. Mini Peninsula Blend Tea Flavoured Egg Custard – The Peninsula
Pamper the tea aficionado in your life with the exquisite Mini Tea Flavoured Egg Custard Mooncake collection from The Peninsula. It infuses the iconic Hong Kong hotel’s delicacy with four of its most popular teas. Joining Earl Grey, Tie Guan Yin, and Lychee Black Tea this year is the new Peninsula Blend Tea.
More must-tries: Sesame and Mung Bean Paste Mooncake; Salty Lemon and White Lotus Seed Paste Mooncake; Mini Egg Custard Mooncakes
How much From$92 per box (8 pieces)
Get it at peninsulaboutique.oddle.me | www.takashimaya.com.sg | www.tangs.com
20. Baked Skin Coffee Lava – The Pine Garden
Mooncakes from heritage bakery The Pine Garden are always lovingly handcrafted using the traditional wooden moulds. One of its new flavours this year is the Baked Skin Coffee Lava. Get your cameras ready before cutting into the aromatic coffee lotus mooncake and watch that decadent coffee lava flow. Microwave them for 5-10 seconds for the perfect ooze!
More must-tries: Baked Skin Chendol Red Bean Coconut; Baked/Snowskin Citrus Tea with Yuzu Peel; Baked/Snowskin Dried Lychee, Kumquat & Passionfruit Mochi; Crispy Skin White Lotus Paste with Nonya Filling
How much From $21.50 per piece
Promotions 15% early bird discount till 18 August
Get it at www.pgcake.com
21. Charcoal Skin Kuro Goma – RE&S
Lacing Chinese traditions with Japanese novelty, RE&S’ specialty mooncake flavours let you relish a marriage of cultures. The Charcoal Skin Kuro Goma baked mooncake is a dark beauty that packs fragrant black sesame paste within. Pair it with Roji Tea harvested in Japan and flown in specially for the occasion.
More must-tries: Yuzu White Lotus Paste; Lychee White Lotus Paste with Melon Seed; Classic White Lotus Paste with Double Yolk
How much From $18.80 per piece or $69.80 per box (4 pieces, with 4 Roji Tea sachets)
Get it at Kuriya Japanese Market | Ichiban Boshi | Ichiban Sushi
22. Moon Rabbit Kid’s Mooncakes – Shangri-La Singapore
Delight the little ones with the Moon Rabbit Kid’s Mooncakes from Shangri-La Singapore. Featuring the flavour of Oreo milk, the mini baked mooncakes come in an adorable rabbit-shape packaging. Watch the kids transform the mooncake box into their very own lantern!
More must-tries: Origin Signature Cocktail Snowskin Mooncakes; Negroni Snowskin Mooncakes; Baked 50-year Aged Mandarin Peel, Rose, and Red Bean Paste
How much $48 per box (4 pieces)
Get it at bit.ly/SLSMooncake22
(See also: Buds by Shangri-La: The Magical Playground in Town)
23. Black Sesame with White Lotus Seed Paste and Roasted Walnuts – Summer Pavilion
The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Singapore’s award-winning Chinese restaurant reprises its bestselling signatures, alongside a new flavour. Look forward to the elegant Black Sesame with White Lotus Seed Paste and Roasted Walnuts traditional mooncake.
More must-tries: Mini Snowskin Lycheetini; Snowskin ‘Mao Shan Wang’ Durian
How much From $90 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions 20% off till 10 September
Get it at summerpavilion.oddle.me
SUBLIME SNOWSKIN MOONCAKES 2022
24. Snowy Skin Diamond Grandeur Set – Bread Garden
Home of the original triple layer triple yolk mooncakes, Bread Garden mooncakes are Halal-certified, low in sugar, and preservative-free. Its new snowskin collection includes the Snowy Skin Diamond Grandeur Set. It features Coco Lava, Coco Divine, Lychee Roselia, and Yuzu Mango.
More must-tries: Golden Emerald Baked Skin; Golden Royale Baked Skin; Signature Premium MSW Durian Snow Skin
How much $72 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions 10% off from 8 August (minimum $150)
Get it at www.breadgarden.com.sg
25. Meowsketeer Trio – Cat & the Fiddle
Local cheesecake specialist Cat & the Fiddle unveils its very first snowskin mooncake collection. Its proprietary cream cheese filling helms the tempting lineup of familiar kopi tiam beverages: Kopi Gao, Teh Peng, and Bandung! Each Halal-certified gem also hides a chocolate truffle surprise within.
More must-tries: Meowsketeer Towkay Mao Shan Wang Durian Snowskin
How much $68.90 per box (6 pieces)
Get it at www.catandthefiddle.com
26. Yuzu Mango Hokkaido Milk Snowskin – Crowne Plaza Changi Airport
Executive Chef Alvin Leong puts a touch of creativity on this year’s snowskin collection with four new flavours. The standout hit is Yuzu Mango Hokkaido Milk, which combines bittersweet yuzu and tangy mango. The addition of Hokkaido milk adds a creamy finish.
More must-tries: Lotus Biscoff Hokkaido Milk Snowskin; Baked Orange Paste with Orange Strip Melon Seed
How much $78 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions 35% off till 27 August
Get it at bit.ly/cp-estore-2022
27. Dragon’s Amethyst Snowskin – Feng Shui Inn
This year, Resorts World Sentosa’s new snowskin collection features luxurious yet healthy flavours. The Dragon’s Amethyst Snowskin Mooncake from Feng Shui Inn features egg custard, white lotus seed, organic raw ironbark honey, and American ginseng, wrapped in a brilliant red dragon fruit and citrus snowskin.
More must-tries: Golden Opal Snowskin; Pearl of the Sea Snowskin; Ocean Sapphire Snowskin; Baked Mungbean with Coconut Flakes
How much $138 per box (4 pieces, with 2 premium teas from Tea Chapter)
Promotions 30% off with Mastercard
Get it at www.rwsentosa.com/mooncakes
28. Cranberry Cheese Snowskin – Golden Peony
Conrad Centennial Singapore unveils two new mini snowskin treats this season, one of which is the Cranberry Cheese. Think rich ‘cheesecake’ studded with cranberry that’s wrapped in tender pink-tinged snowskin. We know it’ll be a hit with the young ones too.
More must-tries: Ondeh Ondeh Snowskin; Golden Peony Snowskin Treasures; Golden Peony Traditional Baked Treasures
How much $92 per box (8 pieces)
Promotions 35% early bird discount till 31 August
Get it at eatdrinkhilton.com/golden-peony
29. Peppermint Paste with Chamomile Truffle Snowskin – Hai Tien Lo
From Pan Pacific Singapore’s award-winning Chinese restaurant comes a Peppermint Paste with Chamomile Truffle Snowskin Mooncake. A refreshing tribute to the tea-appreciating festival, it combines the cooling mint flavour with a honey-like sweetness from chamomile encased within the white chocolate truffle.
More must-tries: Rose Lychee Snowskin; Hazelnut Chocolate with Matcha Snowskin; Pandan Paste with Pumpkin Seed
How much From $86 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions 15% off till 10 September
Get it at www.panpacific.com/singapore
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30. Irish Coffee Liqueur with Lotus Paste Snowskin – Paradise Group
Paradise Group brings back its popular Liqueur Snowskin Mooncakes collection, with new flavours to enjoy. The Irish Coffee Liqueur with Lotus Paste Snowskin showcases the best of two beverages in a Valrhona dark chocolate truffle.
More must-tries: Lychee Martini with Jasmine Paste Snowskin; Yuzu Sake with Chestnut Paste Snowskin; Martell Cherry with Lotus Paste Snowskin; Mini Baked Custard with Molten Salted Egg Yolk
How much $68 per box (8 pieces)
Promotions 15% early bird discount till 14 August | 10% off from 15 August
Get it at selected Paradise Group restaurants
31. Mini Kueh Salat Snowskin – PrimaDéli
Homegrown bakery PrimaDéli presents five new mini snowskin flavours that capture Singapore’s favourite desserts and kueh-kueh in mooncake form. Our favourite is the Mini Kueh Salat Snowskin Mooncake, which features a butterfly pea flower-infused coconut cream centre.
More must-tries: Mini Ondeh Ondeh Snowskin; Mini Pulut Hitam Snowskin; Baked Yam with Salted Hokkaido Milk & Cashew Nuts; Moon Rabbit Cake
How much From $52.80 per box (9 pieces)
Promotions 30% early bird discount till 24 August | 15% off from 25 August
Get it at PrimaDéli outlets islandwide
32. “Stellar” Snowskin – Regent Singapore
Since 2018, Regent Singapore presents new snowskin flavours from each of its renowned culinary outposts annually. A highlight this year, inspired by the cocktail of the same name, features a boozy core. Concocted by the award-winning Manhattan bar, “Stellar” marries rooibos tea-infused red wine with mezcal, Laird’s Applejack brandy, and fresh citrus.
More must-tries: Seirass Ricotta & Amalfi Lemon Snowskin; Altamura Almond & Guanaja Dark Chocolate Snowskin; Roselle & Goji Berries
How much From $53 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions 15% off till 10 September
Get it at regentsingaporemooncakes.oddle.me
33. Sakura Strawberry Gin Snowskin – Roku Gin X Janice Wong
Savour a taste of Japan with Roku Gin x Janice Wong’s snowskin mooncake collection this Mid-autumn Festival. Combining Japanese craft gin with the celebrity chef’s artful creativity, this collaboration showcases three distinctive flavours. The sweet and floral Sakura Strawberry Gin mooncake highlights the Sakura blossoms and leaves present in Roku Gin.
More must-tries: Bergamot Yuzu Gin Snowskin; Matcha Lemon Thyme Gin Snowskin
How much $138 per box (8 pieces)
Promotions 25% early bird discount till 15 August
Get it at www.janicewong.online
34. Mao Shan Wang Snowskin – Royal Durian
Mao Shan Wang speciality store, Royal Durian, is back with its limited-edition 100% Pure Mao Shan Wang Durian Snowskin Mooncake. Singapore’s top-rated durian store — over 400 five-star reviews on Google — uses only the top 10-15% quality MSW from Pahang. Get them before they’re gone!
How much $118 per box (8 pieces)
Promotions Early bird rate of $93.80 per box till 18 August
Get it at www.royalduriansg.com
35. Premium Oolong Tea Chocolate with Orange Paste Snowskin – Shisen Hanten by Chen Kentaro
Executive Chef Chen Kentaro of Michelin-starred Shisen Hanten innovates a decadent pastel snowskin collection. Thoughtfully combining complementary flavours, the new Premium Oolong Tea Chocolate with Orange Paste offers an elegant taste profile.
More must-tries: Lychee Martini Chocolate Snowskin; Yam White Chocolate Snowskin; Baked Assorted Nuts with Jamón Ibérico; Baked Azuki Red Bean Paste with Pine Nuts
How much $72 per box (2 pieces)
Promotions 30% early bird discount till 14 August | 25% off from 15 August
Get it at festive.shisenhanten.com.sg
36. Coconut Snowskin D24 Mooncake – FORBIDDEN by SunnyHills
As part of SunnyHills World Project, FORBIDDEN returns with the world’s first-ever (Halal) superfood durian mooncakes. The Coconut Snowskin D24 Mooncake incorporates tender white coconut into the light snowskin, balancing the richness of 100% D24 durian.
More must-tries: Açaí Snowskin Mao Shan Wang Mooncake; Pineapple Custard Mooncake; Kougyoku Apple Mooncake
How much From $90 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions 22% early bird discount till 19 August
Get it at www.sunnyhills.com.sg
(See also: Trendy Superfoods – How Super Are They for You and the Kids?)
37. Premium Mao Shan Wang with Sea Salt Gula Melaka – Swensen’s
Indulge in Swensen’s contemporary take on traditional festive favourites with its Halal-certified Mochi-Snowskin Ice Cream Mooncakes. New to the collection is the Premium Mao Shan Wang with Sea Salt Gula Melaka. Relish the rich, creamy texture of 100% top-grade MSW durian, bits of sea salt gula melaka, and that bittersweet aftertaste.
More must-tries: Pulut Hitam Mochi-Snowskin; Sakura Lychee Mochi-Snowskin; Durian King (D24) Mochi-Snowskin; Sticky Chewy Chocolate Mochi-Snowskin
How much From $13.50 per piece or from $48.80 per box (4 pieces)
Promotions Up to 20% early bird discount till 28 August | Up to 15% from 29 August
Get it at shop.swensens.com.sg
38. Mini Sakura Milk Tea Snowskin – Wah Lok Cantonese Restaurant
Joining the delicate snowskin creations at Carlton Hotel Singapore’s award-winning Chinese restaurant is the pretty-in-pink Mini Sakura Milk Tea. A gentle aroma of cherry blossom complements the creamy milk tea lotus paste with chocolate crunch bits.
More must-tries: Mini Green Tea, Yuzu, Plum Snowskin; Baked Mini Walnut Moontarts with Yolk
How much From $80 per box (8 pieces)
Promotions 30% early bird discount till 12 August | 25% off from 13 August
Get it at www.carltonhotel.sg/midautumn
39. Rum & Raisin Praline Mini Snowskin – Xin Cuisine Chinese Restaurant
After a two-year hiatus, Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium’s award-winning Chinese restaurant brings its bestselling signature mooncakes back. Joining them are new snowskin flavours, such as this Rum & Raisin combination. The alcohol-infused mini mooncake is studded with raisins soaked in dark rum for a juicy kick with every bite.
More must-tries: Lychee Martini Praline Mini Snowskin; Soursop Paste with Dragon Fruit Mini Snowskin; Teochew Yam Paste with Single Yolk; Mini Baked Egg Custard with Half Yolk
How much From $73 per box (6 pieces)
Get it at singaporeatrium.holidayinn.com
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40. Black Truffle Apricot Dark Chocolate – GODIVA
Then there are mooncakes that are neither baked nor wrapped in snowskin. For instance, the Black Truffle Apricot Dark Chocolate mooncake from GODIVA. Using Italian black truffle, the rich milk chocolate and truffle ganache blend with the delicate taste of apricots in an intensely concentrated pâte de fruit. Crunchy candied apricot lend a textural contrast to the luxurious treat.
More must-tries: Lychee Oolong Tea White Chocolate; Ginger Mango Dark Chocolate; Matcha Citrus White Chocolate
How much From $112 per box (6 pieces, with 4 classic GODIVA chocolates)
Promotions Up to 20% early bird discount till 17 August | Up to 15% off from 18 August
Get it at www.godiva.com.sg
41. Madam Leng Handmade Mooncakes – PUTIEN
Loved for its homestyle taste and deep-fried flaky crust, PUTIEN’s Madam Leng Handmade Mooncakes return for the ninth year running. Originally made as gifts for colleagues by veteran PUTIEN server Madam Leng Ah Eng, they became the stuff of legend. The traditional mooncakes contain taro or purple sweet potato filling, with the option of a single yolk.
How much From $38 per box (2 pieces)
Promotions 10% early bird discount till 14 August
Get it at putien.oddle.me
(See also: #SupportLocal with these Homegrown Creations for Mums and Babes)
42. Treasures Moonpie – Vanda Patisserie
Local artisanal bakery Vanda Patisserie presents the Treasures Collection, an east-meets-west blend of flaky French pastry with traditional mooncake flavours. Measuring 18-cm wide, each Treasures Moonpie is a painstaking work of art that takes three days to create. Choose from White Lotus Paste with Melon and Sunflower Seeds, or Red Bean with Salted Egg Mochi varieties.
More must-tries: Mandarin Goji Berries Madeleines; Salted Egg Sesame Madeleines; Osmanthus Honey Pine Nuts Pound Loaf
How much $78
Promotions 15% early bird discount
Get it at www.vandapatisserie.com
43. Yàn Premium Tea Jar
Complement the festive treats with two new tea blends from Yàn. Melon Oolong sees premium oolong tea infused with candied melon, pineapple cubes, silver lime flowers, guarana seeds, and safflower and sunflower petals. Cassia Black highlights notes of sweet and salted burnt caramel. Both offer a palate-cleansing accompaniment to Yàn’s signature mooncakes.
More must-tries: Baked White Lotus with Macadamia Nuts; Mao Shan Wang Durian Snowskin; Thousand Layer Yam Mooncake
How much $38 per jar (20 tea bags)
Promotions 25% off the new tea blends with purchase of mooncakes
Get it at bit.ly/yan-mooncakes-2022
44. Huiji Feibule Tea
It doesn’t matter whether you’re #TeamTraditional or #TeamSnowskin. Just remember to pair them with a cup of Huiji Feibule Tea to aid digestion as you indulge. It is a premium blend of Pu’er, Chrysanthemum, and Jiaogulan, three ingredients that support your gut. The earthy flavour and floral aftertaste also makes it an ideal match for your festive treats.
How much From $7.90 per box (20 sachets)
Get it at www.huiji.com.sg | Shopee | Lazada | Qoo10
(See also: Help your Toddler Eat Well and Grow Better with these TCM Tips
45. Oddle Eats Mooncake Festival
Can’t decide which mooncakes to choose? Check them all out at the largest virtual mooncake festival on Oddle Eats! Over 30 top hotels, restaurants, and bakeries are joining forces to bring you their best traditional and snowskin mooncakes. Enjoy up to 35% pre-order deals from names like JW Marriott Singapore South Beach, Wah Lok, Yan Ting, and more. Check out with Mastercard to enjoy $10 off selected brands. Don’t forget to stack your savings with Oddle Eats’ bank vouchers too. More details at eats.oddle.me
46. Disney Tsum Tsum Lantern Festival
Besides mooncakes, the Mid-autumn Festival is also about family. Visit the Disney Tsum Tsum Lantern Festival for truly Instagrammable photo ops at the adorable lantern light-up. Get your hands on Playmade x Home Favourite mooncakes in bubble tea flavours, and test your clawing skills at Cow Play Cow Moo’s special Festive Claw Machine. Prizes include Disney Tsum Tsum lanterns, mooncakes, and jumbo plushies! All this and more happening at Suntec City till 11 September. More details at www.sunteccity.com.sg
47. Wan Qing Mid-autumn Festival 2022
Visit Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall from 16 August to 25 September to admire the Celestial Bodies lantern installation. Produced by Taiwan’s Kai 3D Art Studio, it comprises five characters: Earth, Sun, Saturn, Mercury, and of course, Moon. Stay tuned for updates on more family-friendly events happening at the Wan Qing Mid-autumn Festival celebrations. More details at www.sysnmh.org.sg
(See also: 11 Meaningful Festivals that we Celebrate in Multiracial Singapore)
48. Moonfest 2022 – A Mid-Autumn Celebration
Take this opportunity this Mid-autumn Festival to learn more about Chinese culture and heritage with the kids. Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay’s 18th edition of Moonfest marks the occasion with free performances, ticketed workshops, and lantern walkabout. Support puppetry performances in Henghua, Hainanese, and Teochew dialects by local traditional arts troupes. In addition to parent-child workshops, there will also be a grandparent-grandchild workshop. Find out what happens when Chang’e meets Donald Duck, and enjoy witty crosstalk by Young People’s Performing Arts Ensemble. From 9 to 11 September; more details at www.esplanade.com/moonfest
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