Moon Cake

Description

The moon cake emoji (🥮) symbolizes the beloved pastry enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, known as Yuèqiū Jié. Its round shape and intricate designs often showcase themes of prosperity and reunion. Traditionally filled with sweet red bean or lotus seed paste, these treats embody the celebration of harvest and family unity. One popular custom includes gifting moon cakes to friends and relatives, promoting togetherness. Did you know that in some regions, innovative flavors like durian or chocolate have emerged, captivating a new generation of enthusiasts? The emoji version is 11, released in 2018.