The crafty Chu Yuan-chang, founder of the Ming dynasty, instigated a rebellion against the Mongol rulers by concealing a call to revolt in moon cakes, leading to the downfall of the Yuan dynasty. The Cantonese moon cake is thicker and heavier, while the Soochow and Taiwanese ones have a crispy skin. Most Chinese consume moon cakes given to them by relatives, friend, employers, or public relations people. Hence, brands matter. Among the most famous are Kee Wah, Maria's and shin Tung Yang.
Moon cakes go best with oolong or jasmine tea.
There will be a second eight lunar month in 1995. The 15th of the first eight lunar month is celebrated as the Mid-Autumn Festival, which has been designed a public holiday by the Republic of China government. Have a nice holiday, and remember moon calkes taste best when shared by family members or lovers, or both. Vision International Publishing Co.