World Chocolate Day 2025: Best chocolate deals, desserts, and giveaways in the UAE

Indulge in limited-time offers, complimentary desserts, and handcrafted chocolates in UAE

Last updated: July 03, 2025 | 17:47

Manuel Almario, Senior News Editor

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From gold-dusted chocolate bars to Choco Lava Jamuns, here’s your ultimate guide to the best World Chocolate Day offers across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.

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Dubai: Whether you’re a die-hard chocoholic or just looking for an excuse to indulge, July 7 is your day. The UAE’s top restaurants, cafés, and chocolate boutiques are pulling out all the stops for World Chocolate Day — from gold-dusted desserts to classic confections with a twist. Here’s your ultimate guide to where the chocolate magic is happening.

1. Ting Irie Dubai

Celebrate World Chocolate Day, island-style, at Ting Irie, the UAE’s first Jamaican restaurant. On July 7, order any of their signature Big Tings mains — like the famous Oxtail and Beans or Rasta Pasta — and you’ll get a complimentary slice of rich, layered chocolate cake, made with a Caribbean twist. It’s sweet, indulgent, and unapologetically bold — just like everything else on the menu. Come for the flavor, stay for the vibes.

Date: July 7, all day
Location: Souk Al Manzil, Downtown Dubai
Call: +971 4 557 5601

2. Läderach

Known for its handcrafted pralines and fresh chocolate slabs, Läderach is one of Switzerland’s most iconic chocolate brands — and it’s winning hearts across the UAE. From bean to bar, they oversee every step of production, ensuring sustainable and premium quality.

On World Chocolate Day, treat yourself to their melt-in-your-mouth creations at their elegant boutiques across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah.

Locations:

Dubai: The Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Mirdif City Centre

Abu Dhabi: Yas Mall, World Trade Centre, Bawabat Al Sharq Mall, The Galleria, Zayed Int’l Airport

Sharjah: City Centre Al Zahia

3. Novikov Café, Dubai Mall

Novikov Café is keeping things refined this World Chocolate Day with the Triple Chocolate Expression — a layered dessert that blends dark (70%), milk (35%), and white (29%) chocolate Namelaka on a buttery Craquelin base.

Buy any coffee on July 7 and receive this rich, beautifully crafted dessert for free. It’s indulgent, balanced, and a perfect mid-shopping pick-me-up while exploring Fashion Avenue in Dubai Mall.

Date: July 7 only
Location: Second Floor, Fashion Avenue, Dubai Mall

Call: +971 4 320 0209

4. Dhaba Lane

Dubai’s favorite Punjabi kitchen is adding some serious heat to World Chocolate Day with a brand-new creation: the Choco Lava Jamun. Imagine soft, golden gulab jamun with molten chocolate oozing from the center. Yes, it’s as good as it sounds. A must-try for dessert lovers and fusion foodies.

Date: July 7 only
Locations: Al Karama: +971 4 358 3554
Al Garhoud: +971 54 999 4252
JLT: +971 54 999 4251
Al Nahda: +971 4 526 0039

5. Mosaico, Palazzo Versace Dubai

For those who crave their chocolate with a touch of drama, Mosaico’s new Opera Gold Bar is an edible masterpiece. Picture this: rich Pistachio Kunafa delicately wrapped in a chocolate shell shaped like a gold bar — and finished with a shimmer of real 24-karat gold. This decadent dessert is a nod to Middle Eastern flavors and haute couture design. To elevate the experience even further, pair it with Mosaico’s famous Golden Cappuccino for the ultimate indulgent treat.

Date: Available daily, 8am – 1am
Location: Palazzo Versace Dubai
Call: +971 4 556 8805

6. Kakao

Get ready to indulge — Kakao, Dubai’s rising star in artisanal chocolate, is serving up something irresistible for World Chocolate Day. From now until July 7, enjoy 20% off all their handcrafted creations — a decadent mix of bold flavors and silky textures that promise to delight every chocoholic. Whether you're craving rich dark chocolate, smooth white, or something uniquely local like kunafa or mint-infused bars, Kakao delivers flavor with flair. Each bite is crafted with passion and precision — perfect for gifting, sharing, or (let’s be honest) keeping all to yourself.

But don’t wait — this limited-time deal melts away after July 7. Stock up, savor the sweetness, and celebrate chocolate the way it was meant to be.

Date: Now until July 7
Call: +971 50 424 4489

7. Bijou Patisserie, Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk

Bijou Patisserie is paying tribute to the timeless Canelé, a French pastry with a custardy center and caramelized shell, originally baked by Bordeaux nuns in the 18th century. But this isn’t just any canelé — Bijou has infused it with rich chocolate, vanilla bean, and pistachio, transforming it into a bite-sized indulgence you’ll want more of.

Enjoy it on its own or as part of the Le Goûter Afternoon Tea, served inside a dazzling dessert vault. It’s Parisian elegance with Dubai flair, and it’s here to steal the show this World Chocolate Day.

Date: July 7 and beyond
Location: Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk

Call: +971 4 281 4010

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