As the Mid-Autumn Festival breezes onto our annual social calendar, renowned stand-alone and hotel dining establishments across the Klang Valley are inviting you to indulge in a special culinary journey.
With signature mooncakes and exquisite gift boxes, this year’s campaign by top-notch restaurants encourages you to embrace the ties that bind and create lasting memories during this joyous celebration. Bon appetit!
Editor’s Pick
Pavilion Hotel KL
Peranakan Treasure
Jade Pavilion’s exquisite mooncake boxes were inspired by the rich heritage of Peranakan and Chinese culture. They take the form of a Peranakan chest of drawers, adorned with captivating Nyonya motifs which pay homage to the artistic traditions of the Peranakan people.
Jade Pavilion’s Peranakan Treasures mooncake collection offers an array of flavours that will tantalise your taste buds. Delight in the Assorted Nuts & Sun-Dried Fruits, savour the fragrant Pandan Lotus Paste with Malacca Dodol, experience the richness of Tiramisu Lotus Paste with Malacca Brown Sugar, and enjoy the unique combination of Nyonya Red Bean Paste with Salted Mung Bean Filling. These exquisite mooncakes celebrate the culinary fusion that is synonymous with Peranakan cuisine.
Garden Treasures
Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Chinese culture as you delight in these delectable treasures, nestled within a traditional mooncake box adorned with illustrations that resemble a timeless floral Chinese painting. The intricate artwork on the box captures the essence of elegance and tradition, transporting you to the heart of Chinese heritage.
Indulge in the array of flavours offered within this extraordinary collection. Delight in the richness of Lotus Paste with a Single Egg Yolk, savour the exquisite blend of White Lotus Paste with a Single Egg Yolk, relish the aromatic allure of Pandan Lotus Paste with a Single Egg Yolk, and experience the unique delight of Yam Lotus Paste with a Single Egg Yolk. These traditional mooncakes are carefully crafted to capture the authentic tastes that have been cherished for generations.
Location: Pavilion Hotel KL
The Westin Desaru Coast Resort
In celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival, The Westin Desaru Coast Resort unveils its latest collection of Mid-Autumn delights signifying resplendent festival gatherings with family and loved ones.
With a focus on classics, the resort offers an exquisite selection of delicately baked mooncakes in six flavours, and recommends the well-loved signatures with traditional flavours – symbolizing prosperity, happiness, and the importance of family reunions during this festive season. Handcrafted, and meticulously selected premium yolks are used to make the traditional baked Pure Lotus Paste with Single Yolk and Black Sesame with Single Yolk mooncakes in this year’s collection.
Also on the menu are perennial favourites White Lotus Paste (without Yolk), and Mixed Fruits and Nuts. For a touch of novelty and excitement, revel in the unique tastes of the Matcha Red Bean Omochi and Violet Harmony, two exquisite renditions that will leave an indelible mark on your celebrations.
Available from 24th July to 29th September 2023, the Celestial Treasures collection is priced from RM168nett onwards per bag which accommodates four (4) mooncakes.
Location: The Westin Desaru Resort
InterContinental Kuala Lumpur
InterContinental Kuala Lumpur presents the perfect centrepiece for the festivities, with an auspicious assortment of artisanal mooncakes from the award-winning Tao Chinese Cuisine. This year’s selection, featuring the handiwork of Tao’s Master Dim Sum Chef Lo, lies at the intersection of tradition and innovation, with classic favourites as well as original, inventive new takes.
The jewels this year are the Musang King Durian with Oats – made with exquisite and creamy flesh of authentic premium Musang King durian; Almond & Sweet Potato with Pandan & Mung Bean – an electrifying fusion of diverse flavours, parcelled in a sweet potato-infused skin, rich in natural antioxidants; as well as the crowd favourite, Butterfly Pea Flower Snow Skin with Bird’s Nest & White Lotus Paste – infused with Bird’s Nest of “beauty food” fame, high in collagen for skin rejuvenation.
Location: InterContinental Kuala Lumpur
The RuMa Hotel & Residence
Send wishes of luck, prosperity and harmony with The Ruma’s beautifully packaged mooncakes this Mid-Autumn Festival. Housed within the elegant wooden case are two mooncakes in two classic flavours: one lotus paste with double egg yolk and one red bean paste. The cross design pattern on the box reflects the intricate lattice work of the port-cochère of The RuMa Hotel and Residences, making for a stylish and delicious gift.
The Ruma’s mooncake sets are priced at RM128 nett for a box of two, with a 20% discount on your total bill if you purchase two or more boxes. Mooncakes will be available for pick-up from 2nd August, 2023. Delivery can also be arranged with costs borne by the purchaser.
Sink your teeth into The RuMa’s delicious Southern-style fried chicken at SANTAI as you luxuriate poolside under the warmth of the Malaysian sun. Available exclusively from now to 31st August, 2023, SANTAI’s Southern Fried Chicken is the ultimate comfort food – tender and juicy chicken pieces enrobed in a delicious batter fried to crispy, golden perfection that can be enjoyed with an ice cold glass of Carlsberg beer. There is no more delicious way for fun in the sun!
Location: The RuMa Hotel & Residence
Mandarin Oriental
Delight in Mandarin Oriental’s Mid Autumn offering! From the award-winning Lai Po Heen comes this year’s most sought after mooncakes, presented in an eco-friendly bamboo box with a superior finish and elegant touch. The mooncakes’ pricing starts from RM40 per piece and you get to enjoy a 15% discount till 31st July, 2023.
Indulge in a classic French Afternoon Tea experience called Le Petit Goûter À La Française, available from now till 31st August, 2023, at the Lounge on the Park. This tea set is inspired by the timeless elegance of patisseries from around various French cities, such as Alsace, Nice, Normandy, and Paris, bringing a delightful and authentic taste of France to the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
Location: Mandarin Oriental KL
Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
This year, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur celebrates the enduring power of familial love through the beauty of Asian florals. The opulent mooncakes at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur come in a variety of tastes and are made from the best ingredients. Indulge in traditional flavours like lotus seed paste and red bean, to cutting-edge inventions like premium Musang King durian, Summer black truffle, and pandan lotus paste in bamboo charcoal skin.
Embrace the ties that bind this Mid-Autumn Festival with Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur’s signature traditional mooncakes, delightful unique ping pei flavour combinations, and luxurious gift boxes. Choose from Premium Gift Box (RM498 nett), Musang King Gift Box (RM539 nett), Ping Pei Gift Box (RM232 nett) and Deluxe Gift Boxes (from RM163 nett).
Location: Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
