Tried and Tested: Where To Buy Mooncakes in Ho Chi Minh City 2021
Source: Sheraton Saigon Hotel and Towers
Leap over the moon with these mooncakes that promise to please this Mid-Autumn Festival
We're in peak mooncake season with the Mid-Autumn festival right around the corner! Thankfully with inter-district deliveries now up and running, the forecast is a flurry of intricately-designed sweet treats in a multitude of flavours, shapes and sizes packed in a pretty box. From traditional flavours such as lotus seed with salted egg yolk to modern and unconventional takes including Durian and Chocolate Lava, Taro and Roasted Chicken and Jambon. Save yourself the trouble and zoom in on these tried and tested options below.
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Annam Gourmet
THE LOWDOWN This year, Annam Gourmet has created two mooncake gift boxes as part of its ‘Peaceful Moonlight’ collection. Through its beautifully-designed boxes featuring auspicious symbols such as the moon, lotus pond and rabbit, Annam Gourmet brings to life the peace, beauty and happiness of the season.
WHAT I LOVE The Taro Mooncake is a stand-out that earns praise from both local Vietnamese and expats. Combining the sweetness of the taro and saltiness of the salted egg yolk, the result is an addictive morsel packed with creamy fragrance. Pop it in the microwave and have it warm for maximum enjoyment. Other flavours to consider: Durian and chocolate lava, Green tea and lotus seeds.
PRICE 150,000 VND per mooncake. 600,000 VND (4 mooncakes plus add-ons) for a Signature or Gourmet box.
TO ORDER https://annam-gourmet.com/mooncake/
D’Art Chocolate
THE LOWDOWN Forget the usual varieties, D’Art Chocolate has for the first time launched a collection of chocolate mooncakes for anxiety-stricken Saigonese in need of a comforting artisanal treat. More dessert than anything else, D’Art Chocolate’s mooncakes are a novel, fun alternative to those who aren’t a fan of the usual baked treats.
Possibly the only chocolate mooncakes in town, think crowd-pleasing fillings such as matcha white chocolate with Orlar strawberries Marshmallow Jam, Taro milk tea and Apple compote with chestnut montblanc Ganache.
WHAT I LOVE The colourful variety in each box means that there is something for everyone. In particular, Matcha white chocolate with Orlar strawberries Marshmallow Jam packs a sweet-tart combination with matcha white chocolate and Orlar strawberry jam. Another favourite is the decadent Glenlivet and whisky caramel (Alcoholic) which will have you reaching out for another.
PRICE 750,000 VND for a box of six mooncakes
TO ORDER https://www.dartchocolate.com/en
Mondelez Kinh Do
THE LOWDOWN Savour the winning treats from one of Vietnam’s oldest snack brands, Mondelez Kinh Do. With over 80 kinds of mooncakes, the snack powerhouse promises a Mid-Autumn treat for anyone and everyone. From the simple yet significant classic ‘Thu’ box to its luxurious ‘Trang Vang Black and Gold box.’
This year also marks the debut of Mondelez KInh Do’s first-ever Thu mini mooncake collection which comes packed in a vibrant pink and blue box befitting for a younger target audience who prefer smaller mooncakes that are easier to consume.
WHAT WE LOVE While traditionalists will find comfort in the baked collection, the mini mooncakes and famously rich and creamy Lava mooncakes, which now come in three flavours - chocolate, cheese and green bean pork floss, hit the spot for anyone looking to shake up your taste buds.
PRICE Boxes start from 77,000 VND (2 mooncakes)
ORDER HERE Lazada
Sheraton Saigon Hotel & Tower
THE LOWDOWN Renowned for their handcrafted premium mooncakes, Sheraton Saigon offers a mix of traditional and popular flavours alongside modern and innovative ones such as XO Scallops, Black sesame as well as Green tea and cranberries. Each mooncake is imbued with a touch of elegance, each befitting of the luxurious teal gift box that the mooncakes come in.
WHAT WE LOVE The Black Sesame mooncake is easily one of my favourites.This moreish mooncake marries the nutty sweetness of black sesame with a buttery crumble while the usual golden egg yolk middle gets blended to a smooth, creamy consistency. A perfect tea-time snack or after dinner dessert, this is a menu stand-out. Other flavours to try: XO Scallop and Pandan lotus.
PRICE 250,000 VND for one mooncake. Boxes (4 mooncakes) start from 1,088,000 VND.
ORDER HERE https://vn.sheratonsaigon.com/
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