As September approaches in Taiwan, making mooncakes becomes an essential activity in anticipation of the Mid-Autumn Festival. This festival, significant in East Asian culture, symbolizes reunion and harvest, with mooncakes serving as its quintessential delicacy. In Taiwan, families and friends gather to make and savor mooncakes together, serving not only as a tribute to cultural tradition but also as a means to strengthen emotional bonds. The variety of mooncakes, ranging from traditional bean paste and lotus seed fillings to innovative fruit and ice cream flavors, reflects the Taiwanese love and creativity for this festive occasion.