My favourite Singapore food culture festival might just be the Mooncake Festival. Celebrated in mid-autumn, usually in September, to give thanks for the harvest. In short, it’s the Asian Thanksgiving. Mooncake You Say? Moon cakes themselves are dense, filled pastries. Some have a more dense, pie-like crust, while others have a flaky crust. The filling is sweet, traditionally made from red bean or lotus paste. Often this sweet filling envelops one or several salted duck egg yolks – symbols of the full moon. This sweet/salty combo isn’t for everyone but provides a unique eating experience. In Singapore, they have unique … Continue reading Celebrating Mooncake Festival in Chinese Culture