How Much Are the Mooncakes? Explore Royal Osha’s Luxury Gift Boxes

The origin of mooncakes is believed to come from an ancient Chinese legend. Long ago, it is said that there were ten suns in the sky, shining so fiercely that the earth cracked and crops withered, causing great suffering for the people.

A heroic archer named Hou Yi was commanded by heaven to save the world. Using his magical bow, he shot down nine of the suns, leaving just one to provide light and warmth for the earth. In recognition of his bravery, the Queen of Heaven rewarded Hou Yi with an elixir of immortality, which would grant eternal life to whoever drank it. However, Hou Yi wished to spend his life with his beloved wife, Chang’e, so he did not drink the elixir immediately and entrusted it to her for safekeeping. One day, while Hou Yi was away, a treacherous disciple named Peng Meng attempted to steal the elixir. To protect it from falling into the wrong hands, Chang’e swallowed the entire potion herself. As a result, her body gradually floated up into the sky, eventually coming to rest on the moon—the closest place to Earth from which she could still see her husband.

Heartbroken, Hou Yi set up an altar with offerings of mooncakes and fruits that Chang’e loved on the night of the full moon to honor her. When the villagers learned of the story, they followed his example, and over time, this practice spread throughout China, giving rise to what is now known as the Mid-Autumn Festival.

In addition to the ancient Chinese legend, mooncakes also originate from the “moon worship” tradition, which is part of the Mid-Autumn Festival, or Zhongqiu Festival, a celebration over 3,000 years old in China. This tradition began during the Zhou Dynasty (circa 1046–256 BCE), when agrarian societies believed that the moon influenced harvests and fertility. People held ceremonies on the night of the full moon in the eighth lunar month to give thanks to nature.

During the Tang Dynasty (618–907 CE), moon worship became more popular among the elite. Moon-viewing gatherings were held, and round pastries were eaten as symbols of completeness and family reunion. However, these were not yet the mooncakes we know today.

It was during the Song Dynasty (960–1279 CE) that mooncakes began to take shapes and recipes closer to the modern version. They were pastries filled with sweet ingredients such as red bean paste or black sesame, often stamped with auspicious patterns on top.

Later, during the Ming and Qing Dynasties (1368–1912 CE), mooncakes gained popularity across all social classes and developed into regional specialties: Cantonese-style: lotus seed paste with salted egg yolk, Suzhou-style: savory and rich fillings and Teochew-style: purple yam or taro fillings. Many of these traditional recipes are still enjoyed today.

By the 20th century, as Chinese communities migrated to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, mooncakes became a popular festive item. They were valued not only for ceremonial offerings but also as auspicious gifts for family members, clients, and respected elders. Today, mooncakes continue to symbolize unity and well-wishing, while their flavors and packaging have been adapted for modern tastes—using imported ingredients, reducing sugar, or creating fusion flavors to appeal to new generations of consumers.

At Royal Osha, mooncakes are celebrated as symbols of the Mid-Autumn Festival, representing goodwill, harmony, and prosperity. For 2025, Royal Osha presents premium mooncakes under the concept “A Moonlit Celestial Gift.” Inspired by the radiant autumn moon, these creations combine cultural heritage with the artistry of pastry-making, reflecting meticulous craftsmanship and refined aesthetics in both taste and design.

Each mooncake is presented in a deep red box adorned with intricate golden patterns that capture the glow of the moon, subtly echoing the waxing and waning phases of the lunar cycle. Every detail is carefully designed, making the mooncake not just a package, but a piece of art that tells a celestial story through contemporary design. It becomes a “gift from the moon”, conveying profound meanings of harmony, fortune, and prosperity, while offering an unforgettable sensory experience that lingers through time.

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