Treat yourself on Dubai’s sugar-laden offerings
World Chocolate Day is just around the corner on July 7, and if you’re looking for the sweetest ways to celebrate — we’ve got you. One of the perks of living in a city like Dubai? It never falls short on variety. From artisan chocolatiers and luxe international brands to creative homegrown gems and one-of-a-kind chocolate bars, there’s a little something for every kind of chocoholic.
Chocolatiers you can’t miss
Ganache
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Ganache is a chocolate lover’s dream come true — rich, indulgent, and unapologetically all about chocolate. With several locations across Dubai, each spot offers its own sweet experience. Head to the flagship factory in Alserkal Avenue (aka the mothership) for chocolate-focused dining, grab a treat at the Dubai Hills café, explore the boutique in Dubai Mall, or savour elevated cacao creations at their brasserie in Nad Al Sheba.
Location:Â Alserkal Avenue, The Dubai Mall, Dubai Hills, Nad Al Sheba
Cost:Â Hot chocolate starts at Dhs39
Contact:Â (0) 56 420 3732
Läderach
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Läderach, the Swiss chocolate house, is renowned for its fresh, handcrafted chocolates and pralines — now with boutiques and a café right here in Dubai. As Switzerland’s largest artisanal chocolatier, Läderach has been crafting its own chocolate since 2012, making it one of the few premium brands that oversees every step — from cocoa bean to final bite — ensuring unmatched quality in every piece.
Location:Â The Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Mirdif City Centre
Cost:Â Chocolate bark starts at Dhs320
Contact:Â laderach.ae
Knoops
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Knoops is a chocolate drink haven — think hot chocolates, iced chocolates, mochas, and milkshakes, all crafted with serious cocoa love. It’s like a coffee bar, but for chocolate purists. You get to customise everything — from the percentage of chocolate to the temperature, milk type, and mix-ins like spices, toppings, and all the extras. Basically, it’s your dream chocolate drink, made just how you like it.
Location:Â Mirdif City Centre
Times:Â Monday to Thursday, 8am to 11pm, Friday to Sunday, 8am to 12pm
Cost:Â Hot chocolate starts at Dhs20
Contact:Â (0) 4 558 5911
Sna’ap
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Created by pastry chef Noel Catis, Sna’ap is the chocolate drop you didn’t know you needed. Available at Odeon, Candy Hearts, iChips, and online, Sna’ap bars come in a signature square shape — small in size, big on flavour. The brand is also rolling out limited-edition jars of bite-sized bonbons, so get them while they last. With five standout flavours in the lineup, trust us — every single one is a must-try.
Location:Â Odeon, Candy Hearts and iChips
Cost:Â Box starts at 125
Contact:Â @snaap.dxb
FIX
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After breaking the internet (and taste buds), FIX Chocolate is still riding high — and good luck getting your hands on one. These ultra-indulgent bars took over Dubai, then the world, and yes — even the royals are fans. Last year, the buzz hit a new level with the FIX Chocolate x Fazza collab, featuring the specially crafted Halawat Dubai flavour. When a chocolate bar becomes this iconic, you know it’s more than just a treat — it’s a moment.
Location:Â Order on Deliveroo only
Times:Â Twice a day, 2pm and 5pm
Cost:Â One bar starts at Dhs68.25
Contact:Â @fixdessertchocolatier
Desserts to try
Chocolate baklava at Al Hallab
Al Hallab is serving up a delicious blend of tradition and indulgence with its decadent chocolate baklava. This beloved spot is giving a modern makeover to a regional classic — think crisp, golden layers of phyllo pastry, a rich mix of pistachios, walnuts, and pine nuts, all finished with a generous drizzle of smooth Belgian chocolate. It’s heritage with a seriously sweet upgrade.
Location:Â Garhoud, Mall of the Emirates, The Dubai Mall
Cost:Â
Contact:Â @alhallabuae
Signor Sassi
For World Chocolate Day, Signor Sassi is teaming up with G&G Dolci’s Chef Gianluca Guinzoni for a decadent collaboration: Passion for Chocolate. Available only from July 7 to 9, this exclusive dessert layers chocolate namelaka, milk chocolate and passion fruit sorbet, chocolate crunch, and a vibrant passion fruit sauce — a bold, limited-edition treat that’s as rich as it is refined.
Location:Â St. Regis Gardens The Palm
Times:Â July 7 to 9, 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 2am
Cost:Â Dhs90
Contact:Â (0) 4 278 4848
Ting Irie
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Ting Irie Dubai is bringing the sweet island vibes this World Chocolate Day, Sunday, July 7! Dine in and order any of their signature Big Tings mains, and you’ll be treated to a complimentary slice of rich, Caribbean-style chocolate cake — the perfect finale to your feast. Because nothing says irie like chocolate on the house.
Location: Souk Al Manzil, Downtown Dubai
Times:Â July 7, 12pm to 2am
Contact:Â (0) 4 557 5601
Dhaba Lane
This World Chocolate Day, Dhaba Lane is flipping the script on gulab jamun with a seriously indulgent twist. Introducing the Choco Lava Jamun — golden, spongy bites bursting with molten chocolate. It’s the ultimate desi-meets-decadence dessert mashup, and it’s available for one day only. Normally Dhs28, it’s dropping for just Dhs10 on July 7. Sweet deal? Absolutely.
Location:Â Karama, Garhoud, JLT, Al Nahda
Times:Â All day, Monday, July 7
Cost:Â Dhs10
Contact:Â dhaba-lane.com
Bijou Patisserie
Bijou Patisserie at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk is putting a fresh spin on the classic French canelé — rich, delicate, and now elevated with velvety chocolate, fragrant vanilla bean, and a subtle pistachio twist. This iconic treat, originally crafted by 18th-century Bordeaux nuns, continues to wow with its timeless charm and new decadent layers.
Location:Â Bijou Patisserie, Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk
Times:Â Monday, July 7
Cost:Â From Dhs25 each
Contact:Â (0) 4 281 4010
All the treats at Marks&Spencers
M&S Food is your one-stop shop for all things chocolate this World Chocolate Day. From mini bites and bonbons to rice cakes, cookies, cakes, chocolate bars, and biscuit assortments — plus everything you need to build the ultimate sundae — they’ve got your cravings covered. Grab your favorites in-store or order straight to your door via delivery apps. Sweetness, sorted!
Contact:Â @marksandspencerme
Novikov Café
Novikov Café at Dubai Mall is treating guests this World Chocolate Day with a complimentary taste of their latest masterpiece: the Triple Chocolate Expression. Order any coffee and indulge in three luscious layers of silky Namelaka — bold 70% dark, creamy 35% milk, and delicate 29% white chocolate — all resting on a crisp, buttery Craquelin base. Refined, indulgent, and available for one day only. Don’t miss it!
Location: Novikov Café, Dubai Mall
Times:Â Monday, July 7
Contact:Â (0) 4 320 0209
