Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai scales new heights in 2025 Record-breaking attendance and a dynamic program make this year’s edition its most successful yet.
Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai, the region’s highly anticipated event dedicated to chocolate, pastry, gelato and coffee, drew to a close after three action-packed days at Madinat Jumeirah – Madinat Arena from September 30 – October 2.
Firmly established as the premier event for industry professionals and lovers of sweet treats, the 2025 edition welcomed a record-breaking 7,000 visitors who had the opportunity to connect with more than 120 top names working in artisan chocolate, pastry, gelato, honey and specialty coffee, among other categories.
This year’s landmark event was held across an expanded floor space, giving exhibitors the opportunity to showcase an impressive array of premium gourmet dessert and sweet products, alongside equipment from over 100 local and international brands.
The chocolate Fashion Show returned for 2025 in spectacular style with 14 showstopping gowns created by renowned pastry chefs and fashion design students from ESMOD Dubai.
Beyond the catwalk, visitors were able to enjoy almost 30 live masterclasses and hands-on workshops and attend expert-led panel talks on fine pastry, mixology and local chocolate brands.
Competitions were among this year’s top attractions and in great supply. The Coffee in Good Spirits National Championship, held in collaboration with the Specialty Coffee Association – UAE, gave baristas and mixologists the opportunity to showcase their skills. There was also an impressive display of talent at the pastry contests, organized with the Emirates Culinary Guild.
Joumana Dammous-Salamé, managing director of Hospitality Services, said: “From record attendance to the remarkable caliber of talent on display, Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai once again raised the bar for regional events focused on desserts and sweet craftsmanship.”
Echoing that sentiment, Maha El Khoury, show director, said: “Every element, from the fashion show to the workshops and competitions, created a multisensory celebration of craftsmanship. Seeing Dubai serve as a global stage for the world’s finest chocolatiers, pastry chefs and coffee experts always fills us with pride, but the creativity and skills on show this year were exceptional.”
Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Dubai returns for its fifth edition from September 22-24, 2026.
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