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Mooncakes are one of the most iconic treats of the Mid-Autumn Festival. Traditionally filled with lotus seed paste or red bean and sometimes paired with salted egg yolk, they’ve been enjoyed for centuries as symbols of reunion and harmony. 

When you think of the Mid-Autumn Festival, the first image that probably comes to mind is the mooncake. These round pastries, often beautifully stamped with patterns, are more than just desserts—they’re symbols of reunion, tradition, and celebration.

If you’ve ever wandered through an Asian bakery or seen people celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival, chances are you’ve come across mooncakes. They’re round, golden pastries often beautifully stamped with intricate designs—and they’re so much more than just a sweet treat.

Have you ever taken a bite of something so bold and complex that it made you stop and wonder: What’s in this? That’s the magic of West African food. It’s food that’s alive with history, bursting with flavour, and designed to be shared.