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Top Kid-Friendly Mooncakes To Try In Hong Kong

Hong Kong's Most Popular Mooncakes Of 2023

The Mid-Autumn Festival in Hong Kong is approaching (September 29, 2023), which means quality time with the family and, of course, lots of mooncakes! This can be somewhat of an acquired taste, but Hong Kong’s bakeries have a lot to offer when it comes to these adorable-looking delights, from the traditional lotus seed paste mooncakes to modern ones made of chocolate lava or custard. Little Steps has tried them all and created a list of the most popular mooncakes in Hong Kong for 2023 for both you and your little ones.

  • REGENT HONG KONG: Their First Mid-Autumn Festival Mooncakes Since The Hotel's Return

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    This year marks the first Mid-Autumn festival since the return of the Regent Hong Kong. The beautifully handcrafted mooncakes from the Regent and its celebrated Cantonese restaurant Lai Ching Heen come in an array of flavors and packaging; they are also available in limited quantities, so order yours soon! Lai Ching Heen is bringing back its coveted egg custard mooncakes, from a heritage recipe that chefs Lau Yiu Fai and Cheng Man Seng have been perfecting for decades. The beautiful mini egg custard mooncakes with edible gold leaf flakes are perfect for gifting - their mooncakes come in a chest resembling a jade jewelry box. You can also choose from the Regent's bespoke mooncakes which come in beautiful teal boxes, and flavors ranging from white lotus seed paste with yolk, red bean paste with mandarin peel, green tea custard, and Early Grey tea custard.

    Regent Hong Kong, https://hongkong.regenthotels.com/

  • THE MIRA'S CUISINE CUISINE: Lotus Luna Bomb Mooncakes Perfect For Kids

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    Celebrate the Mid-Autumn festival in style with these Lotus Luna Bomb Mooncakes, aptly designed to celebrate the Year Of The Rabbit! The kids will love the whimsical and colorful designs! The box can be reappropriated into a lantern or other decorative object for their rooms. The creamy mooncakes are accompanied by a chocolate rabbit and include a mini-hammer for added fun! In the box, you will also find mini homemade chocolate rabbits, marshmallows, jelly beans and more.

    Take advantage of the early bird discount until August 15, 2023.

    The Mira, https://www.mira-eshop.com/en/Bombshell-Lotus-Luna-Bomb-2023-early-bird

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    THE MERCHANTS AT FORTY-FIVE LANDMARK: Sweet & Savory Mooncakes

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    For their first Mid-Autumn celebration, The Merchants, at Central's newest dining destination Forty-Five Landmark are offering three limited-edition mooncake gift box sets. Executive Chef Chen Tian Long pays homage to traditional Suzhou-style mooncakes, celebrated for their flakiness. Choose from flavors like red bean, salt and pepper and classic lotus seed paste with salted egg yolk. There are also savory mooncake sets, featuring the exclusive Xiān Ròu Yuèbǐng, as well as rich and smoky Jinhua ham from Zhejiang province.

    The Merchants, https://www.alfreds.hk/collections/the-merchants

  • MANDARIN ORIENTAL HONG KONG: Luxury Mooncakes

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    Indulge in seasonal delicacies at the iconic Mandarin Cake Shop at the Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong. Their luxurious mooncakes are handcrafted using the finest quality ingredients and include flavors like Golden or White Lotus with Two Yolks and mini egg custard. Alternative and exciting options include chocolate lava and egg custard and red bean paste with dried tangerine peel. There is also a selection of luxurious hampers and gift boxes to choose from; take advantage of the early bird discount until August 15. Mooncakes will be able for pick-up from the East Lobby from 1-22 September.

    Mandarin Oriental, https://hongkong.mandarinorientalshop.com/collections/mid-autumn-mooncakes

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    THE PENINSULA: Star Chef Mooncake Collection

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    The Peninsula has been creating its own Mid-Autumn traditions since 1986 and quickly became the city's go-to place to get unique and delicious mooncakes. This year, they're paying homage to tradition with exciting reinterpretations of classic ingredients. Adding three new mooncake flavors to their lineup: chocolate egg custard mooncakes, tea-flavored egg custard mooncakes, and lotus seed paste mooncakes with yolk.

    The Peninsula, Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong,+852 2521 6890, https://www.peninsulaboutique.com/hk/en/mid-autumn-festival.html

  • THE CAKERY: Vegan Mooncakes In Hong Kong

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    Check out The Cakery's guilt-free, superfood-packed mooncakes for health-conscious family members. This year they're offering four tempting gluten-free, vegan mooncake flavors: Black Sesame Lava, Yuzu Blueberry, Mango Lava, and Yame Hojicha Chocolate Mooncake. The gift set also comes in beautiful Royal blue recyclable and origami-inspired packaging with gold elements that pay tribute to the Japanese arts.

    The Cakery, locations across Hong Kong, https://www.thecakery.com/collections/mid-autumn

  • RALPH'S COFFEE: Custard And Coffee Lava Mooncakes In Cute Box With Bear Magnet

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    This year Ralph’s Coffee has been inspired by their own classic green and white coffee kiosks to create a whimsical mooncake box. This mooncake box comes with a cute bear dressed in Ralph's barista uniform, which is also a removable magnet, and the logo on the box is embellished with decorative lights to highlight the festivities. Inside the box, there is a total of six crafted mini mooncakes featuring two flavors (3 pieces for each) – custard lava and coffee lava. The box and the flavor of the mooncakes will surely be a big hit among the kiddos!

    Ralph’s Coffee, https://www.ralphlauren.com.hk/ralphs-coffee-shop-mooncake

  • ROSEWOOD HONG KONG: Witty Moon Collection

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    Rosewood Hong Kong celebrates the mid-autumn festival with their "Witty Moon" collection and pays tribute to the Chinese tradition of Lantern Riddle during the Mid-Autumn festival. The limited-edition mooncake selection has been created by celebrated local chef The Legacy House’s Chinese Executive Chef Li Chi-Wai and include flavors like traditional egg custard, Lapsang Souchong  tea white lotus seed paste, white lotus seed paste with double egg yolks.

    Rosewood Hong Kong, https://www.rosewoodhkshop.com/collections/mooncakes

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    THE LANGHAM HONG KONG: Delicate & Beautiful Mooncakes

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    This Mid-Autumn Festival, three-Michelin-starred T’ang Court presents two classic flavors of mooncakes crafted from secret recipes. On offer is the traditional White Lotus Seed Paste with Double Egg Yolks Mooncake (HK$568 for four pieces) and the Mini Egg Custard Mooncake (HK$528 for six pieces), a favorite among children and teens. The mooncakes are presented in an elegant wooden jewelry box adorned with a vibrant oil painting of roses in full bloom. These mooncakes are the ideal gift for family and friends.

    The Langham Hong Kong, 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, +852 2375 1133, https://www.langhamhotels.com/en/the-langham/hong-kong/campaigns/mooncake/

  • GOLD COAST HOTEL: Exquisite Mooncakes Collection & A Partnership With The Music Children Foundation

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    The YUÈ Chinese restaurant at Gold Coast Hotel has prepared four signature mooncake hampers made from high-quality ingredients. Choose between the Classic Mooncake Collection, Fragrant Mooncake Collection, Classic Mooncake Collection Gift Set, or the Fragrant Mooncake Collection Gift Set. All collections come in with classic mooncakes such as the White Lotus Seed Paste Mooncake with Double Egg Yolks, Egg Custard Mooncakes, Low Sugar White Lotus Seed Paste Mooncake with Pine Nuts, and more! This year they are partnering with the Music Children Foundation.

    Gold Coast Hotel, 1 Castle Peak Road, Hong Kong, https://www.sino-hotels.com/en/hk/gold-coast-hotel/offers-and-packages/festive/exquisite-mooncake-collections23

  • DUDDELL'S: 2023 Luxury Mooncake Gift Box and Hamper Series

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    Duddell's is excited to present its 2023 Mooncake Gift Box and Hamper Series, filled with its delicious signature Lava Cream Egg Custard Mooncakes! The luxurious gift boxes are designed by Hong-Chong Ip and come in three styles, the Signature Gift Box, Limited Edition LED Lantern Gift Box, and Duddell's Mid-Autumn Premium Gift Hamper.

    Early bird orders with promotional pricing will be accepted from now until August 15, after which standard pricing will be applied from August 15, 2023. Giftbox collection and standard orders will be available from September 6 - September 28, 2023.

    Duddell's, https://www.duddellsmooncakes.com/

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    SHANGRI-LA MOONCAKES: Premium Mooncakes And Hampers

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    Take the traditional mid-autumn route with Shangri-La’s delicious and flavourful mooncakes. A local mooncake staple, orders for these delicacies are made far and wide in advance to the holiday. We find kids enjoy their traditional - Shangri-La Mini Egg Custard Mooncakes!

    Shangri-La, Order online or pick-up at any hotel, https://boutique.shangri-la.com/hk/web/order-now.aspx

  • GOLDEN LEAF @ THE CONRAD: Traditional Handcrafted Mooncakes

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    Golden Leaf continues to craft traditional mooncakes like the Musang durian mooncakes, creamed egg yolk mooncakes, and of course white lotus seed paste with egg yolk mooncakes. Take advantage of their early bird discount on till 31 August for 15% off.

    Conrad Hong Kong, https://eshop.conraddining.com/

  • GAIA-GROUP: Blissful Harmony Mooncake Gift Set

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    Gaia-Group proudly presents its Blissful Harmony Mooncake Gift Set, featuring six traditional yet unique flavors. Among the traditional mooncakes is the Lotus Seed Paste Mooncakes, with and without egg yolk. The Salted Egg Yolk with Meat Floss Mooncake is a standout amongst the creative flavors - an exclusive new taste curated by Mr. Lokyi Lai. For the coffee-lovers, check out the Aromatic Roasted Coffee Mooncakes using only the finest coffee beans that are roasted to perfection. There are the Assorted Nuts with Premium Chinese Ham Mooncakes for those who prefer something savory, and last but not least, there is the Refreshing Lemon Cheese Mooncakes.

    Gaia-Group, https://gaiagroup.com.hk/

    Early bird offer of 20% off when ordering on or before August 19, 2022.

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