Peony Jade Mooncake 2012

Peony Jade Mooncake 2012

Peony Jade is typically known for their signature Teochew "Orh Nee" mooncakes. But I personally think what Peony Jade stands out is for their creativity every year. One of this year's new flavour is based on the popular game "ANGRY BIRDS". They are probably the world's first 3D Egg Custard Snow Skin Mooncake. In a box of 4, you will receive the Red, Yellow, Blue and Red Angry Bird. Unfortunately, there are no pigs. Below we see the cross section of the angry bird which made of coarse egg custard. I think the texture is compromised so that the bird stays in shape. Nonetheless, this would probably bring the smile out from your young children at the expense of your pocket.


I personally felt that Peony Jade's Durian Mooncake series are better than their "Orh Nee" flavours. That is assuming that you are a durian fan. Among the durian mooncake which  I tried, theirs is closest to the real fruit. This year, Peony Jade improved on their recipe and introduced the Pure "King of Kings" Durian Snow Skin Mooncake. This caters to the group which liked their durian slightly bitter.
The other new flavour for 2012 is the fragrant Premium Lychee. It is light, refreshing and you can feel the lychee pulp. The caution however is to eat it soon after cutting it as it turns bad pretty fast. Once the filling is exposed, it starts to release water. For more information, you may refer to the order form below:
Peony Jade @ Keppel Club
Bukit Chermin Road, Keppel Club
Singapore 109918
Tel: 6276 9138

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Peony Jade's Mao Shan Wang Snowskin

Peony Jade's Mao Shan Wang Snowskin

Organic Pandan Snow Skin 100% Pure Top Grade Mao Shan Wang Durian Mooncake. Though the name is quite a mouth full, I think durian lovers will not mind a mouth full of this.

Unlike the usual durian mooncakes which I tried which are sweet, this one is slightly bitter. Hence if you like bitter durian flesh, give this a shot. Apart from thick creamy durian pulp, the Pandan Snow Skin compliments well with the durian. Originally I only wanted 2 pieces but Yuan bought 4 after tasting the sample, need I elaborate further?

Do purchase this early if you are keen as this was sold out for the past 2 years.

For more information on promotional discounts or credit card discounts, click here.

Peony Jade's mooncakes are available for sale with 16 booths set up round Singapore.

For pre-orders and pricing of the mooncakes, here is their online mooncake webpage.

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Mao Shan Wang Nian Gao

Mao Shan Wang Nian Gao

I guess I am probably late in posting this as today is already the 7th day of the lunar new year and the Mao Shan Wang Nian Gao from Peony Jade is probably sold out. Nonetheless, I thought I should still blog about it as it is worth considering for next year's CNY.

Durian lovers will love this as apart from thin layers of nian gao (年糕), you are essentially eating durian pulp. While the durian lovers rejoice, the nian gao lovers will probably be disappointed to find that it tasted more like jiu ceng gao (九层糕) rather than nian gao.

Peony Jade Restaurant @ Clarke Quay
Blk 3A Clarke Quay
#02-02
Singapore
Tel: 6338 0305 / 6338 0138

Peony Jade @ Keppel Club
Bukit Chermin Road, Keppel Club
Singapore 109918
Tel: 6276 9138

Website for Peony Jade Resturant

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Peony Jade Teochew Yam Paste Mooncakes‏

Peony Jade Teochew Yam Paste Mooncakes‏

Apart from the traditional and snowskin mooncakes, flaky crusts, an indicative of Suzhou-style mooncakes, is another type of mooncakes. Its dough is made by rolling together alternating layers of oily dough and flour that has been stir-fried in oil. The most common filling for these Teochew crusty mooncakes is a sweet paste made from taro ("Oor Nee" or Yam).


Ever since its establishment in 2004, "Oor Nee" fans will know about Peony-Jade's signature Flaky Teochew "Oor Nee" mooncake. Apparently, these original ex-Crown Prince Hotel's creamy yam paste filo pastry has been highly sought-after.


Ex-Crown Prince Hotel Flaky Teochew "Oor Nee"
with Golden Japanese Pumpkin
$22 for 2 pieces, $43 for 4 pieces

Ex-Crown Prince Hotel Flaky Teochew "Oor Nee" with
Single Egg Yolk & Golden Japanese Pumpkin
$23 for 2 pieces, $45 for 4 pieces

This Teochew yam mooncake tastes closer to a taro turnover or pastry rather than your conventional mooncake. I think this should appeal to the older generation as it is not too sweet and softer than the usual lotus paste. The down side is the flaky pastry, it can get a little messy when you eat and when left a few days, it becomes soft and a little oily.

Peony Jade Restaurant @ Clarke Quay
Blk 3A Clarke Quay
#02-02
Singapore
Tel: 6338 0305 / 6338 0138

Peony Jade @ Keppel Club
Bukit Chermin Road, Keppel Club
Singapore 109918
Tel: 6276 9138

Website for Peony Jade Resturant
Website for Mooncake ordering form

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