Also known as the Lantern Festival or Mid-autumn Festival, the Mooncake Festival marks a Chinese uprising against the Mongol Yuan Dynasty in the 14 th century. Secret messages hidden in mooncakes (apparently the Mongols were not fond of the sweet delicacy!) were circulated by the rebels who escaped detection and managed to overthrow the Mongols, leading to the establishment of the Ming Dynasty.

In Penang , children carry beautiful paper and plastic lanterns around the neighbourhood to celebrate the historic chapter. The moon is always full and glowing during the Mooncake Festival.

If you are in town during this festival, remember to try some of the mooncakes on sale – from the traditional red bean paste filling to the modern cheese and chocolate variaties, it is a not-to-be-missed treat!