As Mid-Autumn Festival draws near, a gentle mix of nostalgia and anticipation ebbs and flows in our hearts. As one of busiest people in the world, this festival is a time where Singaporeans slow down, take a breath of fresh air, and soak in the warmth of togetherness.
From the bustling hawker centres to the peaceful streets of our neighbourhoods glowing with beautiful Chinese lanterns, our city will soon be alive with the laughs, sights and flavours of this cherished Mid-Autumn festival.
What better way than to celebrate with everyone’s favourite treat – mooncakes? Regardless of whether you’re an immovable fan of traditional mooncakes, or appreciate a blend of modernity and tradition, let us share three mooncake flavours we offer that you are sure to love.
Traditional Lotus Paste with Single / Double Yolk
For many of us, the taste of traditional lotus paste mooncake with yolk stirs up distant memories and warmth of our childhood homes that seemed like it was just yesterday.
Splitting the salted egg yolk (or giving it away, if it wasn’t to your palate), and savouring the smooth, rich texture of lotus paste is sure to bring back cherished times of sitting under the gentle glow of the full moon, or if not, simply munching along happily with family amidst lively chatter.
With the booming flavours of mooncakes such as matcha, red bean, and everyone’s personal hit-or-miss: durian, traditional lotus paste mooncakes may not always be in the spotlight, but its comforting taste reminds us of the enduring ties we share as family and the sweetness of our moments together.
This Mid-Autumn Festival, as you share or gift this traditional mooncake together with people you love, may it serve as a heartfelt reminder that the familial warmth we shared in the past is not so distant after all.
Golden Lotus with Melon Seeds
There’s something timelessly elegant about a white lotus mooncake with melon seeds – a classic flavour among Singaporeans for its subtle yet rich flavour. Biting into one of these traditional mooncakes will provide a pleasant crunch amidst the almost velvety richness of lotus paste.
Considered by some to be the most authentic mooncake filling, golden lotus paste is made from high-quality lotus seeds which are soaked, boiled, mashed, caramelised and simmered for hours over a low heat to produce a smooth, sweet and subtly earthy taste.
Golden lotus mooncakes carry a lively sense of joy, symbolising the richness of our family ties and overflowing warmth found within. With their sumptuous filling and timeless appeal, these mouth-wateringly satisfying mooncakes capture the heart of the festival: celebrating abundance, savouring the moment and cherishing the precious bonds we share.
Collagen Yuzu Lemon with Lotus Paste
Lastly, for those of us who would like a taste of tradition blended seamlessly with the adventure of modernity, our collagen yuzu lemon mooncake from Peach Garden just so happens to be a fan favourite amongst our staff.
With the subtle zesty and citrussy notes of yuzu and lemon, paired with the added benefits of collagen, deliciously infused into a smooth blend of traditional lotus paste, this mooncake is light, refreshing and distinctly modern – just like our vibrant, innovative spirit in Singapore.
Smooth and velvety, this mooncake is a nod to the future we look forward to, and a celebration of how we continue to innovate and evolve while staying true to our cultural roots. In every bite, there’s a taste of the Singaporean way of life to savour: our dynamic adaptability, forward-looking spirit, and always in anticipation of what is to come.
The Sweet Reminder of Mooncake Gifts
As we gather under the full moon, whether in our HDB flats, condominiums, or landed homes, may these mooncakes serve as a beautiful reminder for us, not just to appreciate the rich flavours we get to savour, but to hold close the preciousness of the connections we forge, the memories we create and the love that binds us together.
From all of us at Noel Gifts, have a blessed Mid-Autumn Festival!
Want to send a meaningful gift of mooncakes to someone you love? Pick out your heartfelt gift from our Mid-Autumn Festival gift collection at noelgifts.com, or connect with us through any of the following ways you are most comfortable with:
Phone: 6299 1155
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