The Renaissance Bali Nusa Dua Resort’s Chinese Restaurant, Lion X is excited to launch the mooncake selection, specially crafted to celebrate the cherished Mid-Autumn Festival this year. Lion X invite you to explore the variety of flavors, each telling a unique story that pays homage to this ancient tradition.
The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is a time for family reunions, gratitude, and reflection. It’s a celebration steeped in rich folklore, including the beloved story of Chang’e, the moon goddess. With a history of over 3,000 years, the Mid-Autumn Festival originated as a royal sacrificial ceremony linked to moon worship and agricultural practices.
During this time, people worshiped the moon to express gratitude for the harvest and to invite the”harvest-giving light” to return the following year. The lunar phases guided the farming calendar, which led to the belief that moon worship would ensure a bountiful harvest.
Discover Lion X’s Artisanal Mooncakes from the traditional baked mooncakes to snow skin mooncakes.
Traditional Baked Mooncakes
The traditional baked mooncakes are offered both with and without a single egg yolk. Here are the varieties; White Lotus Mooncake, a classic favorite, featuring smooth white lotus seed paste; Red Bean Mooncake Sweet and rich, with the wholesome goodness of red beans; Green Tea Mooncake Infused with aromatic green tea for a delicate balance of flavors; Black Sesame Lotus Mooncake, unique twist with nutty black sesame and lotus seed paste; Red Lotus Mooncake, delightful variant with the distinct taste of red lotus seeds; Pandan Mooncake featuring authentic fragrant pandan with crunchy almond bits and without a single egg yolk; and Black Sesame Lotus Mooncake, a unique twist with nutty black sesame and lotus seed paste.
Snow Skin Mooncakes
Lion X is also proud to present the snow skin mooncakes, known for their chewy, mochi-like outer layer and served cold for a refreshing treat. These innovative mooncakes bring a modern twist to traditional flavors. The selections include Snow Custard Egg Lava Mooncake, a creamy custard center with a luscious lava texture; Snow Taro with Sweet Potato Mooncake Earthy taro combined with the sweetness of sweet potato; Snow White Lotus with Pineapple Mooncake A tropical delight with a fusion of white lotus and pineapple; and Snow Golden Naiwong with Mungbean Filling Mooncake: Golden naiwong custard paired with a smooth mungbean filling.
“At Lion X, we believe that mooncakes are more than just a treat—they are a bridge to our cultural heritages,” said Chef Alex Kuan, Executive Chinese Chef at Lion X. “We are excited to offer a diverse selection of mooncakes that cater to traditional tastes while also embracing new, innovative flavors.”
Lion X invites everyone to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with our delectable mooncakes. The flavorful mooncake starts at just IDR 228,000 from August 15 to September 17, 2024.
To join this exciting celebration, please e-mail us at LionX@renaissancehotels.com or via WhatsApp at +62 81138205490.