Cherishing the autumn moon, ''Tsukimi' - which literally translates as 'moon-viewing' because it falls on the night of mid-autumn when the moon is biggest and brightest - is a time when people across Japan go out and celebrate Earth's nearest celestial satellite in its full grandeur, giving traditional sweet gifts to each other just like the 'Sense of Japan - Mooncake,' which showcase flavours that give a true sense of Japan's refined customs and culture.
The 'Sense of Japan - Mooncake' features signature flavours guaranteed to satisfy a sweet-tooth, including traditional Golden Custard; the beautifully hued Purple Sweet Potato and Yolk; and the exotic Chanthaburi Monthong Durian and Yolk.
In addition to these classics flavours, the culinary team has created fabulous flavours highlighting Japanese sensibilities, including the sophisticated Kyoho Grape and Yolk; the refreshing Japanese Musk Melon and Yolk; the mysteriously perfect combination of Bamboo Charcoal and Buddha's Hand Citron and Yolk; and finally the ultra-aromatic coffee and macadamia.
The delectable 'Sense of Japan - Mooncake' come wrapped in magnificent traditional Furoshiki fabrics and are available in a beautiful Okura wooden box set comprising 8-pieces of choice of all flavours, or the exotic Chanthaburi Monthong Durian and yolk, or Golden Custard. It is priced at Baht 1,888 net and available from 1 July to 30 September 2023.
An exclusive early-bird promotion is also available for the 8-piece box set at Baht 1,488 net with pre-payment required. The early-bird promotion runs from 1 - 31 July 2023 at La Patisserie at The Okura Prestige Bangkok.
For more information please call +66 (0) 2 687 9000 or email: [email protected]
Source: The Okura Prestige Bangkok
