Dubai has no shortage of luxury chocolate. But Ganache Chocolatier, the homegrown artisan brand that got its start in Alserkal Avenue, is doing something most chocolate shops here are not — giving each of its four Dubai locations a completely different purpose and identity.
The brand currently has four addresses across the city: Alserkal Avenue as the factory, Dubai Mall as the gifting boutique, Dubai Hills Mall as the artisan cafe, and Nad Al Sheba Mall as the cacao brasserie. That is four very different reasons to visit, and four very different ways to eat chocolate.
What Actually Goes Into Every Piece
Ganache Chocolatier sources its finest ingredients from Switzerland, Belgium, and France. The chocolate collection features more than 100 unique flavors, each crafted with quality in every layer. The range covers pralines, bonbons, dragées, truffles, chocolate wafers, and chips — all handcrafted in-house.
Behind the cocoa creations is Chef Hassan Salam, who trained at Ecole Du Grand Chocolat Valrhona in France and hand crafts each chocolate in-house. The flavor lineup goes well past standard chocolate territory. Chocolate lovers can sample nostalgic flavors like baklava crunch and zaatar praline, as well as delectable bonbons and floral-flavored treats. There is also Rose Dulce, mandarin jelly, dark orange, and date marmalade in the mix — flavors clearly made with a regional palate in mind.
The Factory at Alserkal Avenue
The Alserkal Avenue location features a first-of-its-kind chocolate factory at its center, where guests can observe and experience first-hand the craft of artisan chocolate-making. The facility also houses a unique gift wrapping and customisation station, enabling guests to create their own chocolate boxes for any occasion.
Inside, the chocolate ganache-inspired space looks almost edible — designed to resemble the colors, curves, and textures of the chocolate it creates. The design incorporates natural materials and a color palette that graduates from a rough to a softer texture, thanks to Ghida Chehab from Studio Baab.
The Dubai Mall Gifting Boutique
After the success of its Alserkal Avenue flagship, Ganache Chocolatier opened its second branch in Dubai Mall. To mark the boutique's opening, the brand introduced Dulce Cheese — a creamy cheese and crunchy feuilletine creation wrapped in a dulce chocolate shell.
This branch also carries the exclusive Capsule Collection: gift boxes made with Liberty London fabrics inspired by nature's blooms. If you are looking for a gift that actually feels considered, this is where you want to go.
Who Is Behind the Brand
Ganache Chocolatier was co-founded by Mouza Alabbar, co-founder of ANOTHER and Alabbar Enterprises. On the brand's vision, Alabbar has spoken about pride in its homegrown roots and a commitment to making premium chocolate genuinely accessible for everyday cravings, gifts, and special moments alike.
Where to Find Ganache Chocolatier Dubai
Alserkal Avenue (Warehouse 82, Al Quoz) — The Factory Mon–Thu: 10AM–11PM | Fri–Sun: 10AM–12AM
Dubai Mall (Fashion Avenue, First Floor) — Gifting Boutique Daily: 9AM–12AM
Dubai Hills Mall (First Floor) — Artisan Cafe Mon–Thu: 10AM–12AM | Fri–Sun: 10AM–1AM
Nad Al Sheba Mall — Cacao Brasserie
A Chocolate Brand That Actually Has a Point of View
Most artisan chocolate shops in Dubai are imports or franchise plays. Ganache Chocolatier is neither. It is a Dubai brand, made by a Dubai team, using world-class ingredients, with a chef who trained at one of France's most respected chocolate institutions. The fact that it now has four Ganache Chocolatier Dubai locations — each with a distinct concept — says a lot about how far it has come since Alserkal Avenue.
Whether you are going in for a box of date marmalade bonbons or a full cafe sit-down at Dubai Hills, there is a reason this brand has 116,000 Instagram followers and counting.
