These Beautifully Crafted Mooncakes are the Perfect Gift for Mid-Autumn Festival

Mid Autumn Festival will be happening on September 21 this year, and every year around this time, we will see many hotels, restaurants and shops are launching their mooncake collection in the market. If you’re looking to buy mooncake as gifts for your family and friends, you can take a look at these beautifully crafted mooncake list that we have compiled for you!

1. Oh Cha Matcha

Oh Cha Matcha snow skin mooncakes are back with new flavours this year. The four new flavours are Matcha Mung Bean (Matcha Snow Skin), Hojicha Mung Bean (Purple Sweet Potato Snow Skin), Genmaicha Mung Bean (Blue Spirulina Snow Skin) and Matcha Mung Bean (Beetroot Snow Skin).

The mooncakes are handmade with natural ingredients with no artificial colouring or syrup, and vegan friendly and are priced at RM60 for a box of 4. Pre-order of the mooncakes can be made now at this link or get them from Oh Cha Matcha TTDI store.

2. Valen’s Patisserie

Inspired by fascinating space missions and exploration to the moon, Valen’s Patisserie introduces the “Fly Me to the Moon” chocolate mooncakes featuring an imaginary modern illustration of the Jade Bunny in outer space, finding his way to the moon.

The ‘Fly Me to the Moon’ chocolate mooncakes are presented in a limited edition box of four, come in pre-set flavours, each with its own imaginary illustrative planet design – the planet MR, planet YU-GEN, the Planet CHOFEE and Planet HAZEL, inspired the chocolate mooncake flavours. The four (4) chocolate mooncakes feature three (3) new unconventional flavours, featuring Japanese tea and fruit combinations the “Matcha Raspberry” and “Yuzu Genmaicha”. There is also a flavour for coffee fans, the  “Chocolate Coffee” flavour that is made with imported premium Japanese Arabica coffee. The set also comes with the signature classic “Hazelnut Praline” flavour.

The chocolate mooncakes retail at RM98 a box. There is also an early bird rate of RM88 for those who place an order from now until the 31st of August 2021. To find out more visit facebook.com/valenspatisserie or instagram.com/valenspatisserie or Whatsapp +6011-1180 1420.

3. Crème De La Crème

This year, Crème De La Crème mooncakes are conceptualised to tell the story and legends of the Mid-Autumn Festival with a delicious modern twist in taste, each piece of mooncake is unique in design and flavour profile as it represents a different key component of the story. The mooncakes are packaged in a mooncake box with modern-ancient illustrations design.

Crème De La Crème mooncakes feature four adorable designs and flavours:

  • Hou Yi the Archer – Pear ice cream, Pear & dried longan compote, Orange rosemary sorbet & Sakura feuilletine;
  • Chang E’s Fan – Salted egg yolk ice cream, Lotus seeds, Salted egg yolk bits & White chocolate dip;
  • Jade Rabbit – Rabbit: Rose ice cream, Pistachio crumble & White chocolate dip; and Cloud: Vanilla ice cream, Watermelon mint sorbet, Homemade strawberry jam & White chocolate dip; and
  • Lotus Flower – Pu’er chrysanthemum ice cream, Dark chocolate ice cream, Yuzu sorbet, Chocolate cookies & White chocolate dip

The mooncakes are selling in a box set of 4 at RM122 (inclusive of iconic metallic cooler bag). Order before 31 August and enjoy a 15% discount. 20% discount applies for bulk orders of 20 boxes and above. Orders can be made at Crème De La Crème outlets at Petaling Jaya (Tel: +60 12-281 5123) and Kuala Lumpur (Tel: +60 17-317 08230, or order online at cdlc.beepit.com.

Centering on the concept of Tuán Yuán 团圆, our mooncakes, crafted with noteworthy flavours courtesy of our native master chefs, come encased in a designer packaging curated by Melinda herself. With bold colours and compelling designs that signify the harmonious union of Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur and Melinda Looi’s grandeur, our Mid-Autumn series this year brings back the familial traditions that we may have been missing.

4. Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

Centering on the concept of reunion (Tuán Yuán), Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur will feature local fashion designer, Melinda Looi, in an exclusive #GHKLxML collaboration for their mooncake series this year. The mooncakes, which is crafted with noteworthy flavours courtesy of their native master chefs, are encased in an avant-garde designer packaging curated by Melinda herself. 

Encasing the velvety mooncakes, the packaging design features ‘The Grand Gambit’, which serves well as a 2-in-1 game board or a decorative ornament; while ‘The Jade Tote’ comes together as an additional multi-purpose tote bag that resembles the Jade Rabbit from the Mid-Autumn folklore with the hotel’s element embedded in its design.

Each mooncake set comes with one (1) unit of ‘The Grand Gambit’ and one (1) unit of ‘The Jade Tote’’, available in blue and red. Two mooncake sets are available:

4-pcs Traditional Baked Skin Mooncakes for RM253.13 nett

  • White Lotus Single Yolk
  • Red Bean
  • Pure White Lotus
  • Pure Pandan

5-pcs Snow Skin Mooncakes for RM284.93 nett

  • Black Sesame & Peanut Cream with White Chocolate Truffle
  • Salted Caramel with Dark Chocolate Truffle
  • Pandan with Coconut Truffle
  • White Lotus Hazelnut with Dark Chocolate Truffle
  • White Lotus with Raspberry White Chocolate Truffle

Pre-orders can be made on Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Online Store10% OFF using code “MOON10” are applicable for purchase on the online store from Aug 1 – 31, 2021.

5. Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown

Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown’s soon-to-be-opened Lady Yi’s Tea House presents the most classic of mooncakes this Mid-Autumn Festival, featuring four perennial favourites – the White Lotus Seed with Single Yolk, Red Bean, Green Tea, and Durian. Designed in collaboration with Malaysia’s renowned mosaic artist Alice Chang from Lai Lai Art, the collection features four mooncakes encased in a limited-edition, multi-functional jewelery box in Lady Yi’s signature jade color, inspired by the traditional Chinese fables and folktales.

The premium mooncakes are priced at RM32+ per piece while the exclusive, limited-edition mooncake gift box is available at RM148+ per box, inclusive of 4 traditionally baked mooncakes. Club Marriott members and selected bank cardholders can enjoy a 10% discount. Bulk purchases of 50 gift boxes and above are also entitled to a 15% discount. Delivery services within Klang Valley are available with additional charges depending on the distance.

For orders or enquiries, call or WhatsApp +6012 507 3327.

6. Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur

This Mid-Autumn Festival, Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur’s master chefs presents mooncakes come beautifully encased in a thoughtfully designed turquoise hued chest premium gift box, which can be easily repurposed as a jewelry or vanity box.

Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur offers 3 different collections this year (all mooncakes are pork-free):

  • The Timeless Baked Classics come in 4 flavors – the White Lotus Paste with Double Yolk, Mother-of-Pearl Pure Lotus Paste with Single Yolk, Assorted Fruits and Nuts, and Red Bean Paste.
  • The Contemporary Snow Skin Creations features 3 different locally-inspired flavors – the Caramelized Banana ‘Emas’ with Sea Salt, Grapefruit with Wild ‘Tualang’ Honey, and savor a new rendition which is the Signature illy Coffee “Macchiato” & Roasted Hazelnut.
  • The Exquisite Bold & Boozy Snow Skin Gems Collection with four choices to choose from – the Italian Delight: Prosecco-Raspberry Limoncello, Berried Treasure: Bacardi Rum-Flavored Chocolate Ganache & Dried Strawberries, Absolut Vodka with illy Espresso and ‘Ying Tao’ Red Cherry infused in VSOP Brandy.

The Timeless Baked Classics is available at RM208nett per set, whereas one is able to purchase any 4 mooncakes from the Contemporary Snow Skin Creations and Exquisite Bold & Boozy Snow Skin Gems categories, and pay an additional RM108nett for the premium gift box, making it a box with varieties. You can enjoy free delivery for orders of 20 boxes and above (applicable to one address only, located within a 10km radius from the hotel). These dainty creations are also available for purchase on a per piece basis, starting at RM34nett onwards. Club Marriott and Marriott Bonvoy members as well as selected bank cardholders get to enjoy an exclusive 10% savings on all mooncake purchases. Pre-orders are available, and the mooncakes will also be sold via ODDLE.

To place an advanced order, call or WhatsApp +6012 215 8782, or email dining.reservation@lemeridien.com.

7. Le Méridien Putrajaya

The sensational mooncake creations by Le Méridien Putrajaya this year are the Mini Snow Skin Red Bean Paste with Walnuts and Winter Melon Seeds and Mini Snow Skin with Cheese and Cashew Nuts, hand-crafted by Chef Yau Fong Peng and his team. As for those looking for authentic flavors, the White Lotus Paste with Single Egg Yolk, Pandan Paste with Hazelnut, and Assorted Fruit and Nuts are also available for purchase.

These mooncakes are priced from RM18 onwards, while there is a 20% discount applicable for purchases made with Marriott Bonvoy members or selected bank credit card holders. Self-pickup and delivery options are also available.

For further information or to place orders, call +603 8689 6888 or email dining.lmputrajaya@lemeridien.com. You can also visit www.shorturl.at/nEOZ8 to place your order.

8. Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel

Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel brings a range of limited-edition snow skin mooncakes this year. These soft, homemade snow skin confections come in 4 distinctive flavors – the Ginger with Chocolate, Chitose Strawberry with White Chocolate, Green Tea, and Yuzu. Their stylish boxes – Pink Blossom, Orange Sapphire and Moonstone Treasure – can also double as jewelry chest and tissue dispensers, making them the perfect gifting option for your loved ones. Traditionalists can also expect four classics in a box – the Baked Pure Lotus Paste, Baked Red Bean Paste, Baked White Lotus Paste with Single Yolk, and Baked Pandan Paste with Single Yolk.

Early Bird promotion is available for purchase before 26th August 2021 at RM118.00nett per box (applicable for Traditional Baked mooncakes). These mooncakes, both the limited-edition snow skin and traditional baked range, are sold at RM148.00nett in a box of 4. For à la carte orders, snow skin mooncakes are sold at RM32nett per piece, whilst the classics are sold at RM23nett per piece. Marriott Bonvoy members and selected debit/credit cardholders can also enjoy up to a 15% discount. In addition, a complimentary Food & Beverage voucher worth RM100nett awaits with each purchase of mooncake boxes (applicable for use at all Sheraton Petaling Jaya’s dining outlets with a minimum purchase of RM350nett).

For enquiries or booking, call +603 7622 8888, WhatsApp +6017 228 6098 or email dining.spj@sheraton.com. You can also visit https://feastbysheratonpj.oddle.me/en_MY to purchase.

9. The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur

The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur presents two exquisite mooncake trunks this year – the Classic Trunk and a Limited-Edition Swarovski® Super Mooncake Trunk, being a first-of-its-kind in South East Asia and their second installation. Each Classic Trunk is designed in an elegantly encased faux-leather trunk ornamented with rose gold studs and clasp whilst each Swarovski® Super Mooncake Trunk is embellished with 307 finely selected Silk and Silk Shimmer Swarovski® crystals. These traditional mooncakes are available in their Classic White Lotus Seed Paste with Single Yolk and their signature 6.5-inch Super Mooncake with 8 Yolks. Each mooncake trunk is also presented with a message card for personalized gifting whereas for corporate purchases, a personalized branded message card is available.

The mooncakes are now available for pre-order, with the Classic White Lotus Seed Paste Single Yolk priced at RM200+ for 4 pieces and RM338+ for 8 pieces, and the Limited Edition 6.5” Prosperity Mooncake with 8 Yolks priced at RM438+ each.

For more information or to place an order, contact +603 2727 6696 or email dining.kualalumpur@stregis.com 

10. The Westin Desaru Coast Resort

Making an exciting debut this year, The Westin Desaru Coast Resort unveils its first-ever exquisite selection of delicately handcrafted mooncakes, presented in an elegant lantern-inspired box. The homemade mooncakes are baked in traditional flavors with a modern twist and come in 4 flavors – the Lotus Paste with Double Yolk, Red Bean Paste, Green Tea with Single Yolk, and Pandan Custard.

The lantern-inspired mooncake box also drew inspiration from the lush greenery that surrounds the resort, the exquisite ensemble of mooncakes is presented in a delicate mint-green Lunar Delights box, sprinkled with leaf patterns and motifs that accentuate the foliage and natural elements abundant in Desaru Coast.

The Lunar Delights box is priced at MYR108+/box, with individual pieces of mooncake priced at MYR27+ each. Early Bird promotion is available for purchase made between 1st August to 20th August at RM90+/box, which will include a piece of the four distinct flavors in the collection. Marriott Bonvoy members are also entitled to a 5% discount barring the Early Bird period.

For purchases and enquiries, call +607 838 3333, WhatsApp +60 19-755 0283 or email us at sales.desaru@westin.com. Complimentary deliveries applicable to addresses within 10km of the resort.

11. The Westin Kuala Lumpur

The Westin Kuala Lumpur introduces their YUÈ Mooncake Gift Box, called Celestial Moon. The premium box is customized based on the concept of the moon rabbit traveling through its Celestial like a palace. The mooncakes come in 8 different flavorsthe White Lotus, Chocolate, Creamy Milk Tea, Lotus with Single Yolk, Shanghai with Single Yolk, Assorted Fruits & Nuts, Golden Emerald with Single Yolk, and Red Bean, with all being Halal certified.

Priced at RM188 for 1 box of 4 flavorful mooncakes, customers are entitled to a 15% discount with the purchase of 2 boxes. Selected bank credit cards, Marriott Bonvoy and ClubMARRIOTT members are also entitled to a 10% discount. Apart from that, bulk purchases of 30 boxes and above are entitled to a 20% discount with a free delivery.

For more information and details, contact Westin Dining at +603 2773 8495, WhatsApp +6012 305 1715, or email westindining@westin.com.

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