1.

The are a few factors that differentiate these two products. In terms of colour of the paste, white lotus has lighter shades compared to pure lotus paste due to its cooking method. Taste wise, white lotus has a slightly bitter after-taste which does not exist in pure lotus paste. White lotus paste is made of whole pure lotus seeds whilst pure lotus paste is made of halved lotus seeds, which also explains the difference in pricing.

2.

It absorbs the oxygen inside the pack to inhibit the existence of living organisms, hence retards molding and directly prolongs the shelf life of the product.

3.

The shelf life for Cantonese skin pastry is 3 months from the date of production in the storage of a cool, dry place.

4.

Yes, all mooncakes produced by The Baker's Cottage are certified Halal by the local government authority .