The Mid-Autumn Festival originated in China over 3,000 years ago, derived from the custom of worshipping the moon annually. But it was only in the 1200s that the Chinese started to eat mooncakes during this festive period. There are several stories of how the mooncake came into existence. Some say that the mooncakes contained secret messages which facilitated the overthrow of the Mongol rule, while others believe that eating mooncakes would give one special powers, preventing one from contracting a deadly plague that was spreading during those times.
Whatever the truth may be, we are glad for the arrival of mooncakes as tasty treats to indulge in at this time of year. With so many flavours out there, Options has taken the liberty to taste-test and shortlist the delicacies that are worth your calories. Here are our favourites.
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