2024 Moon Collection
The moon was so beautiful that the ocean held up a mirror
Drift away on a moonlit adventure through the vibrant cultures of Asia with our 2024 Moon Collection. This year, we feature the unique charm and rich heritage of Korea, Singapore, Japan, and Thailand. Each piece in this exclusive collection is inspired by the timeless and distinct beauty of the cultures infused with the universal warmth and joy of familial bonds. Just as the moon’s gentle glow guides us through our phases in life, so do these rich traditions and shared stories. Each piece sparkles in the love and connection that weave these lands together in honor of the Mid-Autumn festival; where dreams, tradition, and cherished moments come together to warm our hearts and fill our bellies.
We always aim to weave in classic traditions with modern flairs and twists to bring everyone together and transport you back through nostalgia. Handcrafted treats have always played a central role in bringing family and friends together during these special holidays. Traditions are passed down through generations and we have a role in modern society to uphold and maintain these cultural customs. It brings the youth closer to the elders through teachings of time-honored techniques, infusing each delicacy with heartwarming stories and practices that have endured through the centuries. The generational transfer preserves the rich heritage of the festival all whilst strengthening family bonds. These created crafts are the symbol of the connection between past and present.
K O R E A
Yugwa is a classic Korean delicacy crafted from glutinous rice, fried to a crisp, and coated with sweet rice syrup and puffed rice. These light, airy puffs offer a delicate crunch and are frequently topped with sesame seeds or nuts, highlighting their history as a special treat once enjoyed by Korean nobility.
Songpyeon is a traditional Korean rice cake that embodies Korean culture and plays a central role in the autumn harvest festival, Chuseok. These small, crescent shaped rice cakes are typically filled with an assortment of sweet ingredients, all made in-house!
Filling: Sesame Cream
Glaze: Korean Traditional Rice Syrup
Topping: Puffed Rice with Songpyeon (crescent shaped rice cake with sweetened sesame filling)
S I N G A P O R E
Kaya is a sweet, creamy spread made with coconut cream, eggs, sugar, and pandan leaves. Kaya toast, a well-loved dish in Singapore, consists of two slices of toast topped with kaya jam and butter, and is often served alongside kopi and soft-boiled eggs. Variations of kaya can be found throughout Southeast Asia.
Filling: Kaya Jam
Glaze: Soy Chocolate Glaze
Topping: Salted Butter Dallops with Coconut Tuile
T H A I L A N D
Back by popular demand as a returning flavor! Friends and family gather to participate in processions, partake in storytelling over traditional foods and desserts.
Filling: Black Sticky Rice Pudding
Glaze: Coconut White Chocolate
Topping: Mango Slices with Orchid
J A P A N
Kabocha, commonly called Japanese pumpkin, is a variety of winter squash. It features a dark green skin and rich, bright orange flesh with a sweet, subtly nutty flavor. Its texture resembles that of a sweet potato, making it a versatile ingredient in both savory and sweet dishes, including soups, stews, and various Japanese recipes.
Yōkan is a traditional Japanese sweet made primarily from azuki beans, sugar, and agar-agar, resulting in a gelled sweet bean paste often shaped into bars.
Filling: Kabocha cream
Glaze: Kabocha
Topping: Yōkan (Red Bean Jelly)
The special Moon Collection contains four flavors:
Sesame Yugwa (Korea): Filled with sesame cream, Korean traditional rice syrup glaze, topped with grated puffed rice and housemade songpyun
Kaya Soy (Singapore): Filled with kaya jam, soy chocolate glaze, topped with Irish salted butter and coconut tuile
Kabocha Yōkan (Japan): Filled with kabocha cream, kabocha glaze, topped with yōkan
Mango Sticky Rice (Thailand): Filled with black sticky rice pudding, coconut white chocolate glaze, topped with mango slices and orchid
