Gourmet Couture Mid-Autumn Series at Hilton Kuala Lumpur

Khoon Hooi Mooncakes | Chyna | Hilton KL | Food For Thought

[PRESS RELEASE]

  • The first ever collaboration between Hilton and a fashion designer for mooncake boxes.
  • Brought to you by Hilton Kuala Lumpur and inspired by Malaysia’s leading international fashion designer, Khoon Hooi.

Boasting a pastiche of colors and a touch of opulence, make this year’s mooncake gifting a luxurious affair. Brought to you by Hilton Kuala Lumpur; the ultimate lifestyle hotel and inspired by Malaysia’s leading international fashion designer, Khoon Hooi – gift an exclusive and elegant mooncake gift box in a sleek satchel shape for your loved ones. Enveloped in brocade fabric used in Khoon Hooi’s Fall collection, choose between the limited-edition Midnight Bloom or the collector’s edition Blossom series box.

Present during the media review and reveal of the first ever collaboration between Hilton and a fashion designer for mooncake boxes at Chynna, Hilton Kuala Lumpur were Alex Cotterill, Director of Business Development Hilton Kuala Lumpur and designer Khoon Hooi himself. Executive Chinese Chef, Chef Lam Hock Hin who is a known personality in the Malaysian fine dining scene and the man behind the creations of the mooncakes was also present and served Chynna’s signature dishes emphasizing quality and presentation. Joining them was hotel manager of Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Gagan Talwar.

During the reveal, two of the signature boxes were brought out highlighting the fashion collaboration. Speaking on the collaboration Alex Cotterill said, “Creative energy is always flowing through the hotel and that is how it has continued to stay relevant. Hotels and fashion are natural allies in this pursuit, and we believe that this partnership is a match made in heaven. There is no end to how we can collaborate with one another. Signature style needn’t be limited to fashion.”

Khoon Hooi Team | Chyna | Hilton KL | Food For Thought

Khoon Hooi applauded Hilton Kuala Lumpur for creatively aligning on a project like this and commented,

“Putting a spotlight on creative businesses through collaborations between fashion designers and a hospitality company is essential. Supporting talent to develop a successful working relationship is necessary. I applaud, Hilton Kuala Lumpur for taking these steps.”

Signature Handcrafted Perfection

Savour the unique tropical sensation, Dragon Blossom (RM38), this year’s signature snow-skin mooncake. The vibrant blend of bright fuchsia and cobalt blue is a testament to the robust flavours of the red dragon fruit and pineapple, heightened by the contrasting texture from the buttery-crunch of macadamia nuts. This mooncake is a delicious masterpiece, one worth sharing with your closest and dearest.

Coveted Classics

Enjoy the season of merriment and tradition with our array of mouth-watering halal-baked mooncakes, a celebration best complemented with the company of loved ones and cups of hot Chinese tea.

  • Baked White Lotus Paste RM35
  • Baked White Lotus Paste with Single Yolk RM35
  • Baked Lotus Paste with Single Yolk RM35
  • Baked Pandan Paste with Single Yolk RM35
  • Baked Red Bean Paste with Almond Flakes RM35
  • Traditional-Style with Five Nuts Mix RM36

Much-Awaited Return

To the moon and back – that is the length we would go to bring back your favourites. Our renowned snow-skin flavours are making a comeback for a limited time this year.

  • Musang King; Snow Skin with Pure Premium Musang King Durian RM56 (Top seller)
  • Blue Moon; Snow Skin Amaretto Lotus Paste with Blueberry Cheese Feuillantine RM35
  • Flower Drum; Snow Skin Lotus Paste with Soft Custard Egg Yolk RM35

Gourmet Couture Series

  • Khoon Hooi’s Midnight Bloom RM 198.00
  • Khoon Hooi’s Blossom Series RM 178.00

Mid-Autumn Series

  • Half Moon Premium RM 148.00
  • Half Moon Red RM 128.00
  • Traditional Standard RM 128.00

Khoon Hooi Moon Cakes Display | Chyna | Hilton KL | Food For Thought

Available for purchase at the hotel lobby from now until 24 September 2018, major shopping malls Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Mid Valley Megamall, One Utama Shopping Centre and Avenue K Shopping Mall. Alternatively, online at www.takehome.hiltonkl.com. Come and experience our mooncake offerings at Hilton Kuala Lumpur, call 03 2264 2262 for more information.

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| PHOTOGRAPHY BY: HILTON KUALA LUMPUR | WEBSITE: CHYNNA |

Nicholas Ng

Nicholas Ng is a restaurant critic and drinks writer and is the editor of independent publication Food For Thought. He has been a freelance journalist for the 15 years and has previously worked as a lawyer and in digital marketing. He currently is the Principal Consultant of A Thought Full Consultancy, a food and beverage marketing consultancy.