EQ Kuala Lumpur's collection comes in exquisite, handy trunks for gifting to others (Photo: EQ Kuala Lumpur)
The full moon is just about to reach its peak and bakeries around the Klang Valley are hard at work, churning out delectable pastries packed in equally opulent boxes. Gift friends, family or even yourself a mix of classic and unique mooncakes this season.
A celebration of the universe and all its glory, Intercontinental KL’s Celestial collection is thoughtfully curated by master dim sum chef Lo, with moreish picks such as signature almond and sweet potato with pandan and salted mung bean; and bamboo charcoal with black sesame, coconut and salted egg. Its stunning packages steal the show — one is constructed to resemble an ornate cabinet, the other sculpted with clean symmetry, opening like a jewellery case to reveal the precious confections within.
Available on intercontinentalklshop.com until Oct 6.
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Chef Ng Meng Loong, the dim sum and dessert maestro at Yun House, showcases his Chinese culinary skills with handmade goods ranging from fond favourites such as lotus seed and Musang King to unique varieties like snowskin with butterfly pea flower and saffron as well as the Eight Nut Treasure mooncake. These delectable delicacies are packed in a vivid red gift box adorned with a ribbon — which doubles as a pocket square and handkerchief — featuring an artwork by local artist C N Liew.
Available on fs-kuala-lumpur.myshopify.com until Oct 6.
The city’s latest hospitality gem presents a classy set dubbed A Journey of Time and Taste, which pays homage to heritage and tradition. Featuring a sophisticated dark brown package that echoes an imperial treasure chest, it has a selection of timeless favourites including white lotus with yolk and red bean, as well as Musang King and pandan cream cheese for the snowskin series. Those with a strong preference for something sweet can go for Dark Chocolate or Salted Caramel Chocolate for a change.
Available at parkhyattkualalumpur.oddle.me and Bakery Bar at Park Lounge until Oct 7.
EQ takes it up a notch this year with its Celestial Treasures collection, which spotlights a vibrant range that blends traditional tastes with contemporary twists. Besides the baked classics, there are six unusual snowskin options — golden charcoal Musang King, emerald yuzu pandan, red bean custard, butterfly pea flower with Vitagen white lotus, mint chocolate with macadamia and the savoury sun dried scallop with mixed nuts. Taking into consideration the act of gifting, the hotel presents exquisite, handy trunks to house all its offerings.
Available on eqkualalumpur.equatorial.com until Oct 12.
For the health-conscious, Oversea’s latest Momoyama series boasts six flavours created using a traditional Japanese confectionery technique, which allows for a lighter alternative that uses less sugar and fat. Chocolate lava, matcha red bean mochi, yam sesame, black tea or Musang King filling is delicately wrapped inside a textured crust made from white kidney bean paste. Additionally, the Oversea Moonlit Elegance set makes for an ideal gift with its fancy iridescent case and four mooncake variants.
Available at all Oversea outlets and online at overseamy.com until Oct 6.
W Kuala Lumpur sure knows how to add a whole lot of fun to the celebration. Reflecting the hotel’s idiosyncratic identity, the Celestial Rhapsody collection stands out with a harmonious mix of futuristic and vintage aesthetics, drawing on the musical theme to create a multi-sensory unboxing experience. The rectangular carrier, which comes in blue and pink, takes the shape of retro radios. It is best given out as a gift to aesthetes who appreciate old-fashioned objects or kept as a collectible for yourself.
Available on wkualalumpur.oddle.me until Oct 6.
The peony flower was the primary reference for this storied establishment, which looked to the symbol of prosperity to craft the illustrations and embossed patterns for its captivating containers. The hotel has also produced a limited-edition Ruby Radiance signature gift set to commemorate its 40th anniversary, offering a medley of decadent mooncakes such as XO sauce mung bean, custard lava, lotus seed paste with red dates and bird’s nest as well as white lotus seed paste with yolk and rose.
Available on boutique.shangri-la.com until Oct 6.
Leave it to The Westin KL to highlight the charming quality of the classics. While it is nice to get adventurous with mooncake flavours and dough, nothing really beats familiar tastes and textures. The Moonkeeper’s Trove box opens up to four sweet and savoury variants including pure lotus single yolk, red bean and pandan lotus salted mung bean single yolk. Light, refreshing and aromatic, the osmanthus oolong is particularly perfect for tea lovers who fancy fragrant floral notes in every bite.
Available on thewestinkleshop.com until Oct 6.
This article first appeared on Sept 29, 2025 in The Edge Malaysia.
