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Opening with a discussion of the hard work associated with preparing for the Mid-Autumn festival,the article turns its focus to the defining feature of this colorful celebration-- moon cakes. Around the time of the Mid-Autumn festival, moon cakes are a prominent fixture in hotels, storefronts, as well as at home where families cook up their own speical recipe. Aside from the lotus paste mooncake, flavors such as "coffee, chocholate, and even lychees have been added to give a modern twist to the traditional recipes." Each region has its own unique tastes and flavors to share. Although mooncakes continue to be a main stay of the festival, sales have declined in recent years due to growing health concerns. New low-fat moon cakes are becoming increasingly popular, meeting "high fiber, low sugar" demands. With this festival losing its original significance, Kate McGeown dedicates the final two sections to giving a brief synopsis of the purpose of the celebration, and posting a diverse selection of recollections and comments from those who have participated in the Mid-Autumn Festival.
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