Mid-Autumn celestial celebrations

Orchard Hotel Singapore 

This year, Orchard Hotel’s award-winning Hua Ting Restaurant presents Millennium Mooncakes – an array of finely crafted mooncakes that celebrate tradition with a touch of modern flair. 

The mooncake range features brand new offerings for your 2023 festivities. Local flavours are captured in the rich and luscious Mao Shan Wang (Durian) Snowskin Mooncake (S$84 per box of eight), as well as the Chendol Lotus with Melon Seeds Traditional Baked Mooncake (S$78 per box of four) – bound to hit you with a dose of nostalgia. 

Other enticing selections include the Kumquat & Yuzu Snowskin Mooncake and the Pineapple & Taro Snowskin Mooncake (both S$74 per box of eight), bursting with a refreshing citrusy zest that pairs perfectly with premium lotus paste filling. 

Those who prefer a dash of booze in their sweet treats will enjoy the Blueberry with Vintage Hua Diao Wine (S$74 per box of eight) and White Lotus Paste with Champagne Ganache (S$74 per box of eight). 

Traditionalists will enjoy signature classics like the White Lotus Paste with Double Yolk and Macadamia Nuts (S$82 per box of four), and the Seeds of Harmony (S$80 per box of four). 

Looking to gift? The Limited-Edition Premium Teapot Collection comes with traditional mooncakes and the finest Chinese tea, alongside curated teapot and teacups presented in matching boxes, in shades of ruby, turquoise, or topaz. The Signature Teapot Collection comprising two pieces of mooncakes, two tea flavours, and teapot with four teacups is S$148.

Millennium Mooncakes by Hua Ting is available at Orchard Hotel Lobby Kiosk until Sep 29, 2023. For more information, visit  https://www.millenniumhotels.com/huating-mooncakes

Crystal Jade Group

This festive season sees Crystal Jade Group unveiling a smorgasbord of indulgent offerings – from baked classics to petite snowskin mooncakes in Asian-inspired flavours, as well as an exclusive Teochew rendition. 

A highlight is the spiral-shaped Teochew-Style Flaky Mooncake with Taro (S$68 per box of six) comprising luxurious yam paste accentuated with a touch of salted egg yolk and wrapped within a light and delicate pastry crust. Only 300 boxes will be available at Crystal Jade Golden Palace and requires an advance order of one day at the restaurant, or three days when ordering online from estore.crystaljade.com. 

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The classics are where Crystal Jade shines, with three signature offerings including Premium White Lotus Paste (S$68 per box of four), Single Yolk with Lotus Paste (S$78 per box of four) and Double Yolk with Lotus Paste (S$82 per box of four). Returning crowd-pleaser Signature Mixed Nuts with Jinhua Ham (S$80 per box of four) brings a harmonious medley of sweet and salty flavours and varying textures, courtesy of dry-cured specialty Jinhua ham, walnuts, sesame seeds, and almonds. If you can’t decide which flavour to get, try different combinations in the Happiness Four, which comes in a quartet of each baked flavour. 

Crystal Jade’s snow skin mooncakes are a contemporary take on flavours that hit close to home - Asian Flavours Petite Snow Skin Mooncake ($42 per box of four and $68 per box of eight). Each mini mooncake is brimming with homemade filling nestled within a pillowy snow skin that is pleasing to the bite. The Gula Melaka with Chinese Yam & Coconut features mild earthiness of Chinese yam enlivened by the rich caramelised notes of gula melaka and fragrant grated coconut. Cut into the mooncake to reveal a delicious molten centre. Back by popular demand is the Macau Peanut Candy with a welcome textural contrast of crunchy, sweet and nutty filling balanced with the smooth and soft snow skin. 

Relive memories of childhood as you indulge in Roasted Chestnut, which contains a whole chestnut snuggled within white lotus and chestnut paste, inspired by the ubiquitous street snack of yesteryear. Dessert lovers will find comfort in the familiar flavours of Black Glutinous Rice Pulut Hitam, a reimagined take on the traditional dessert, enriched with the creamy fragrance of coconut milk. 

Whether you’re looking to gift or indulge, these mooncakes are meticulously made from scratch and come packaged in exquisitely designed boxes with an intricate rattan lattice set against a chic faux leather cover in regal green. 

Advance orders can be made online at estore.crystaljade.com until Sep 25, 2023, and at Crystal Jade outlets until Sep 29, 2023. Walk-in purchases are available, as is self-collection at select outlets. Alternatively, opt for delivery at $20 per location. For more information, visit www.crystaljade.com. 

The St. Regis Singapore 

Yan Ting, The St. Regis Singapore’s Cantonese fine-dining restaurant, enchants with a capsule collection of handcrafted baked and snowskin mooncakes that celebrate tradition alongside innovation. 

Discover new delights such as Pandan Paste with Single Yolk Traditional Baked Mooncake (S$88.80+), which features a hint of floral undertones; or indulge in comforting classics like White Lotus Paste with Single, Double, or Four Yolks (S$88.80+/S$92.80+/S$124.80+) and the perfectly balanced, savoury-sweet White Lotus Paste with Assorted Nuts and Yunnam Ham (S$92.80+). Those counting calories can opt for Reduced Sugar White Lotus Paste with Macadamia Nuts (S$84.80+), which is a healthier alternative that does not compromise on taste. 

Clever flavour combinations with a fruity twist take centre stage with the snowskin range. Luxe up your celebrations with interesting creations such as Citrus & Japanese Matcha Green Bean with Cashew Bits (S$90+), Coconut & Jackfruit Lotus Paste with Pistachio Truffle (S$90+), and Lime Red Tea with Passionfruit Truffle (S$90+). 

An auspicious occasion demands an elegant presentation, and Yan Ting delivers with exclusive polished lacquer floral gift sets, dressed in pastel hues of Elegant Blue and Celadon Green with nuances of hummingbirds to symbolise luck and beauty. For a gift that truly wows, the Lavish Gift Set comprises a collectible teapot set, and either four baked mooncakes or eight mini snowskin mooncakes, housed in a majestic colonial-inspired Cadmium Green Dressing Box (S$203+) that opens to reveal a two-tier dressing box that can be repurposed for jewellery and accessory storage. 

Orders can be made online at https://giftwithstregis.oddle.me until Sep 29, 2023. Collection will be available at Yan Ting restaurant from 11am to 2pm, and 3pm to 6pm. For more information, call +65 6506 6852.

The Fullerton Hotels Singapore 

It’s double the joy as The Fullerton Hotels Singapore present two new mooncake collections to usher in the Mid-Autumn celebrations. 

Be spoilt for choice with the Jade Signatures Tea Series from The Fullerton Hotel Singapore: an elegant quartet of tea-infused flavours (S$86 per box of four) carefully crafted to draw out the complex aromas of roasted tea leaves. 

Highlights include Assam Tea with Lemon, Mung Bean and Raisin Baked Mooncake, full-bodied with a refreshing dash of bright tamarind and citrus notes; as well as the Tie Guan Yin with Orange and Apricot Baked Mooncake, which delights with its nutty profile enhanced with notes of ripe summer fruit. 

Just as delicious are the Green Tea with Multigrain Brown Sugar Baked Mooncake, and the Hongyu Black Tea with Pomelo, Red Date and Pine Nut Baked Mooncake, which delivers the distinctive fragrance of the renowned Taiwanese tea.

For the ultimate gift, The Fullerton 15 Treasures Premium Gift Set will impress with an eight-yolk mooncake centrepiece, flanked by 14 mini baked mooncakes in assorted flavours (S$218).  

Over at The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore, Mid-Autumn festivities coincide with Clifford Pier’s historic 90th anniversary, culminating in The Clifford Pier Mooncake Tingkat Collection (S$108 per box of four) – an homage to the bustling hawker scene once surrounding the pier. 

Expect unique hawker-inspired flavours such as Mixed Nuts with Satay Peanut Sauce Baked Mooncake – a savoury-sweet mix of nuts and melon seeds sweetened with candied tangerine and lemon, plus a dash of satay sauce. There’s also the Salted Lotus with Hae Bee Hiam Baked Mooncake, filled with spicy dried shrimp paste; and Assam Lotus with Mango Baked Mooncake, featuring tamarind tea-infused lotus paste and dried mango. The mooncakes are housed in a custom-designed tiffin carrier embellished with orchid and butterfly motifs – an ideal collector’s item to mark the occasion.

Order online at shop.fullertonhotels.com, or at The Fullerton Cake Boutique (located at the lobbies of both hotels), until Sep 29, 2023. For more information, visit bit.ly/TheFullertonMooncakes

InterContinental Singapore

InterContinental Singapore’s Man Fu Yuan restaurant impresses with its collection of exquisite mooncake flavours – best savoured over tea as you bask in the full moon’s glow with friends and family for company. 

Making a comeback this year are traditional favourites such as the signature White Lotus Seed Paste with Double Yolk (S$96 per box of four) and Red Lotus Seed Paste with Single Yolk (S$86 per box of four). Vegetarians can enjoy the new White Lotus Seed Paste with Macadamia and Pumpkin Seeds (S$88 per box of four). 

Not to be missed is the new “Blossom and Brew” snowskin mooncakes (S$104 per box of four), which combine the delicate beauty of flowers with soothing tea profiles and a luscious chocolate centre. The Honeysuckle Flower with Chrysanthemum is sweet yet subtle, while the Violet Flower with Black Tea serves up fragrant, malty sweetness paired with a creamy, black tea truffle centre. Earthy notes infused with a hint of natural sugar permeate the Magnolia Flower with Osmanthus Honey, while the Rose Flower with Chamomile Tea offers a light and refreshing profile. 

A limited edition flavour that makes a return this year is the exclusive InterContinental Negroni Lychee Chocolate Truffle Snow Skin Mooncake. An ode to the hotel’s signature InterContinental Negroni cocktail, this mooncake is a combination of premium white lotus seed paste and Negroni truffle centre.

Those looking to gift can get the Premium Assorted Baked Mooncakes with Golden Imperial Pearl Tea set, which comes with four assorted baked mooncakes and Golden Imperial Pearl, a premium white tea blend mixed exclusively for Man Fu Yuan. The mooncakes are beautifully packaged in a sleek, scarlet-red leatherette box that can be upcycled as a vanity case or a multi-functional storage box. 

Walk-in purchases are available until Sep 29, 2023 at Man Fu Yuan Shoppe, Level 1, InterContinental Singapore. Or order online at intercontinentalshoppe.sg

Pan Pacific Singapore

Usher in the Mid-Autumn Festival with a repertoire of novel creations from Hai Tien Lo. Tea connoisseurs and dessert lovers alike will enjoy the No.1 Tea Baked Mooncake (S$90 per box of four), a blend of East and West that features a robust mingling of fragrant tea and herbal ingredients. 

Other baked varieties include the decadent Black Sesame Baked Mooncake, Single Yolk White Lotus Paste Baked Mooncake (both S$90 per box of four), and Double Yolk White Lotus Paste Baked Mooncake (S$98). If you can’t decide which flavour to get, try all of them in a Four Treasures Baked Mooncake Premium Gift Set, which includes an accompanying teapot set or bottle of Taittinger Brut Reserve Champagne, placed within a stylish Hai Tien Lo leatherette bag. 

As for snowskin mooncakes, the bestselling Mao Shan Wang Durian Snowskin Mooncake (S$108)  will be returning this year, alongside four new flavours that showcase Hai Tien Lo’s artistry in blending cherished nostalgia with contemporary tastes. Try the exclusive Strawberry Paste Hai Tien Lo No.1 Tea Ganache Snowskin Mooncake, a delicate morsel that marries the natural sweetness of fruit with the fragrant aroma of tea. 

Also noteworthy are the Yam Paste White Rabbit Candy Ganache Mooncake and the Orange Paste Matcha Ganache Snowskin Mooncake. For those who prefer local flavours, the Gula Melaka Paste with Desiccated Coconut Ganache Snowskin Mooncake is sure to take you on a trip down memory lane (all at S$90 per box of four). 

The mooncakes are available for purchase at panpacificsingapore.oddle.me/en_SG until Sep 29, 2023. Collection can be made from Aug 18 through Sep 29, 2023 from 10am to 8pm at the hotel’s mooncake booth, Level 2, Pan Pacific Singapore. For more information, call +65 9009 5936.

The Capitol Kempinski Singapore

The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore presents its exclusive range of low-sugar, petite mooncakes that are great for the health-conscious. Housed in an elegant two-tier tin box – with the Capitol Building’s facade gracing one side and Stamford House on the other – these bite-sized morsels are available in classic baked flavours as well as modern snowskin varieties. 

Leading the pack this year is the Egg Yolk White Lotus Paste (S$88 for eight mini mooncakes), filled with scrumptious lotus paste and a golden salted egg yolk nestled in its core. The Macadamia Nut White Lotus Paste satisfies with smooth and creamy lotus paste studded with crunchy macadamia nuts. Other notable new additions to the baked selection include the Almond Red Bean Paste and the Walnut White Lotus Paste. 

The hotel brings back its snowskin specialities such as the popular Champagne Truffle Snowskin (S$92 for eight mini mooncakes), filled with a harmonious blend of white chocolate, champagne, white lotus paste, and champagne truffle. Durian lovers will not want to miss the Mao Shan Wang Durian, made with pure mao shan wang flesh for a sublime treat befitting the king of fruits. For those craving something new, the Pistachio Snowskin debuts with nutty flavours encased within pillowy snowskin. 

Those who purchase The Celestial Collection gift set (from S$112) are entitled to a chic canvas tote in soft pastel pink or neutral dusty rose – so you can celebrate the season in style. 

For online orders and home delivery, visit https://shop-capitolkempinski.myshopify.com, or call +65 6715 6852. Self-collection will be at the Mid-Autumn Boutique at The Capitol Singapore, open between 11am to 8pm, until Sep 29, 2023. 

PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore

Peach Blossoms pays tribute to tradition and sustainability with a selection of classic mooncakes, with flavours ranging from Single and Double Yolk with Lotus Paste to Assorted Nuts with Chicken Ham, and Lychee with Wolfberries. Crowd-favourite Charcoal Black Sesame Paste with Melon Seed and Gold Dust, which is suitable for vegetarians, also graces the mooncake range this year. 

The mooncakes come in sets of four in a Celestial Chest, an exquisite gift box inspired by PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore’s ‘garden-in-a-hotel’ concept. Bathed in a calming shade of sandy beige and adorned with botanical motifs in pastel green and brown, the Celestial Chest is crafted from sustainable materials, including paper board and medium-density fibreboard. It doubles as an elegant box for storing watches, accessories and other trinkets. Priced from S$95 - S$98, each set comes with four pieces of the same flavours, or a flavour each with the Delightful Four Collection. 

For those looking for an extravagant gift set, look no further than the limited-edition Moonlit Pavilion, priced at S$108. Drawing inspiration from the hotel’s signature sculptural pavilions, the creation features intricately intertwined lines and organic curves, and can be upcycled into an elegant bedside lamp. 

Orders can be made via the hotel’s eShop at https://bit.ly/prsmb-eshop. Self-collection and purchases are also available at Peach Blossoms’ Celestial Delights Counter at the hotel lobby until Sep 29, 2023, from 10am to 8pm. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/celestial-delights-mooncakes or call +65 6845 1118.

Fairmont Singapore

Whether you enjoy booze-infused treats or an alcohol-free version, Fairmont Singapore’s Celestial Snowskin Mooncakes are sure to appeal with six new flavours.

Must-haves are the new Peach Passion Fruit Mooncake, which provides a distinctly tart and fruity kick, the Black Sesame Mooncake, with its nutty profile of roasted sesame, as well as the Yuzu Mooncakes with a zesty hit of citrus.  

Joining the stellar lineup of innovative alcoholic creations this year are the Baileys Irish Cream Mooncake, which brings together the silkiness of Irish whisky with cream and cocoa; as well as Lychee Martini Mooncake, which livens up the palate with its smooth and fruity finish.  Or try the unique flavour of Grape Soju Mooncake wrapped in lilac-hued snowskin.  (S$120 per box of eight alcoholic and alcohol-free flavours). 

Good things come in small packages – like the hotel’s new Mini Baked Mooncakes (S$106). Encased in a box of nine pieces, these moreish morsels showcase three new flavours. The Orange Lotus Paste with Pineapple and Melon Seeds Mooncake offers an addictive sweet and savoury combination; the Green Tea with Red Dates and Wolfberries Mooncake showcases robust matcha notes infused with the natural sweetness of berries and dates; while the Toffee with Hazelnut Mooncake delivers a superb blend of rich toffee and crunchy hazelnuts. 

Traditional mooncake lovers are not left out. Worry less about overindulging with the low-sugar options, such as the Low Sugar White Lotus Paste with Single Yolk Mooncake and Low Sugar White Lotus Paste with Pine Nuts and Pumpkin Seeds Mooncake. 

The mooncakes are available for purchase online until Sep 29, 2023. Self-collection is available from the mooncake booth at Level 2, Fairmont Singapore. For more information, visit https://fairmontathome.com/collections/an-opulent-mid-autumn-festival-with-fairmont-singapore-mooncakes

Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore 

Moon watching is best enjoyed with good company and delectable treats – such as Dusit Gourmet’s medley of mooncakes. Sink your teeth into timeless favourites like the Baked Low Sugar White Lotus Paste Mooncake (S$73.80+ per box of four) or add double yolks at S$86+ per box of four. 

The health-conscious can enjoy a guilt-free indulgence with two new low-sugar additions: Baked Low Sugar Black Sesame Mooncake with Single Yolk, and Baked Low Sugar Red Bean Mooncake with Single Yolk. All mooncakes are filled with aromatic low-sugar paste, encased within golden-brown skin that’s baked to perfection. Mix and match your preferred mooncake flavours to create an assortment box of four (S$86+) packaged in a beautiful and sophisticated two-tier gift box. 

An elegant gift deserves an equally opulent carrier. Since the festive season is all about sharing the joys of celebration, elevate the occasion by gifting friends and associates the mooncakes in a handwoven Carla Tote Bag (S$25). Available in five stunning colours (Apple Green, Blue, Tiffany Blue, Lavender and Rose Red), these unique totes are created in support of the Penan Women Project, a social enterprise that helps Penan Women generate income through their weaving skills. Each bag also carries a tag listing the name of its Penan weaver. Proceeds from sales of the Carla bag will go towards supporting the community. 

Dusit Gourmet’s mooncakes are available for order, collection, and delivery until Sep 29, 2023. Bulk purchases of 25 boxes and above will also be entitled to 25 per cent off and complimentary delivery to a single location. For more information, call +65 6321 6726 or visit  https://www.dusitthanilagunasingapore.com/offers/a-harmonious-mid-autumn-celebration-at-dusit