Mooncakes have been a big part of Chinese culinary history for more than 1,000 years now, and eaten during the mid-Autumn celebrations (around September and October). Many varieties can be found all over Bangkok, but we have compiled a list for you of what is considered 'the best of Bangkok'. And if you're not in the city during this period, don't fret because mooncakes are so popular that they can be found at many places year-round.
Hong Kong Chef Mo Kam Kwong at the Shangri-La Hotel's Shang Palace Chinese restaurant believes the key to his sought-after mooncakes is its quality ingredients and the fact that they are freshly made. Flavours include mixed fruits and nut paste, durian, lotus seed with pandanus, red bean and cream paste. A special Golden Dragon gift box set is available this year, eight pieces packed in an exquisite limited edition box.
Contact: +66 (0)2 237 3725
Man Ho Chinese Restaurant at the JW Marriott in Sukhumvit Road will be selling their famous mooncakes from September 1 until October 20. The variety available include lotus seed, durian and black bean. Order or buy directly at Man Ho or from the Bangkok Baking Company.
Contact: +66 (0)2 656 7700 (ext 4245 for Man Ho, and ext 4170 for the Bangkok Baking Company)
The Oriental Hotel is just as famous for their mooncakes. Available from September 1 until October 6 in the following flavours: lotus seed, durian, Chinese plum and custard.
Contact: +66 (0)2 659 9000 ext 7650
Chinese Master Chef Wong Kam-Yau of the Conrad Hotel prepares his delicate mooncakes using the highest quality ingredients. Available from September 1 until October 7, they come in two different ranges: Original and East meets West. Order from Liu, the Chinese Restaurant at the hotel, or at Deli by Conrad on the 2nd floor of the All Seasons Retail Center. From September 22 until October 6 they can also be purchased at Siam Paragon (1st floor) or at The Emporium (5th floor). Highly recommended flavours include golden custard, green tea, light lotus seeds and chocolate macadamia nut.
Contact: +66 (0)2 690 9222
Summer Palace, the acclaimed and award-winning Cantonese restaurant at the InterContinental Hotel is the perfect place to head to for a wonderful selection of mooncakes, lovingly prepared according to ancient recipes by the restaurant's two in-house Hong Kong chefs.
Contact: +66 (0)2 656 0444
At Mei Jiang, Chef Kwok Fung Tam of The Peninsula Hotel Bangkok and his team produce approximately 80,000 mooncakes every year by hand, which comes down to 4,000 pieces a day and about 20 tons of ingredients. To achieve a soft pastry casing filled with the soft and rich texture of a sweet custard and duck egg cream, the mooncake-making process requires exact precision and dedication. This secret recipe has been passed down as inheritance to the hotel. These special mooncakes can be bought at Mei Jiang, or at The Peninsula Boutique and Café at Siam Paragon (Crystal Court) or at The Emporium (5th floor) from around August to October.
Contact: +66 (0)2 861 2888
From September 6 to October 6, Bai Yun Chinese restaurant at Banyan Tree Hotel will be selling their very popular mooncakes again. It is advised to call orders through to avoid disappointment. Also available at Siam Paragon and The Emporium.
Contact: +6 (0)2 679 1200 ext 1216 |
