{"id":814447,"date":"2024-12-24T01:27:44","date_gmt":"2024-12-24T07:27:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/24\/review-trying-the-viral-dubai-chocolate-in-egypt\/"},"modified":"2024-12-24T01:27:44","modified_gmt":"2024-12-24T07:27:44","slug":"review-trying-the-viral-dubai-chocolate-in-egypt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/24\/review-trying-the-viral-dubai-chocolate-in-egypt\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: Trying the Viral Dubai Chocolate in Egypt"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Recipes <\/p>\n<div id=\"single-post\">\n<p>One moment you\u2019re scrolling through TikTok, and the next you\u2019re searching for \u2018pistachio kunafa chocolate\u2019 on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talabat.com\/egypt?utm_source=google&#038;utm_medium=cpc&#038;utm_campaign=10820606841&#038;sem_tracker=10820606841&#038;gad_source=1&#038;gclid=CjwKCAiAjeW6BhBAEiwAdKltMsBfnkP0iQr4nNlFrFEhEcME_BtRxWRftnC_LJlhEdjfS5NKN2KUBhoC3J4QAvD_BwE\">Talabat<\/a>, an online food delivery app, or Google. The online food community thrives on this pattern\u2014constantly hopping from one viral trend or ingredient to the next.<\/p>\n<p>Viral TikTok recipes are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/tiktok-recipes\/?srsltid=AfmBOoqgtNFddpQ3vn1mxR6lKiu6Z1sW8PwR0ED1b1RCO9WA9UoffyJq\">reshaping<\/a> menus in households worldwide, while also influencing new product launches in restaurants and stores. This summer, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/fixdessertchocolatier\/?hl=en\">shop<\/a> in Dubai gained viral fame on TikTok for its distinctive chocolate bar. Dubbed the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.today.com\/food\/trends\/viral-dubai-chocolate-bar-rcna169625\">Dubai Chocolate Bar<\/a>\u201d by TikTok users, this milk chocolate delight is filled with pistachios and <em>knafeh<\/em> (or <em>kunafa<\/em>), a crispy, shredded phyllo pastry which is traditional in Middle Eastern cuisine.<\/p>\n<p>The chocolate has gained such viral popularity that it is now one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelocal.de\/20241210\/sport-politics-and-dubai-chocolate-what-people-in-germany-googled-this-year\">most searched<\/a> items on Google in Germany, with even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thenutsfactory\/reel\/C9Ywu9HNsiV\/?hl=en\">factories<\/a> in New York importing it. In the western German city of Aachen, hundreds of shoppers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.independent.co.uk\/life-style\/food-and-drink\/viral-dubai-chocolate-bar-lindt-pistachio-b2647314.html\">lined up<\/a> for hours on a drizzly day just to try the new chocolate bar.<\/p>\n<p>Last month, <a href=\"https:\/\/deliveroo.co.uk\/\">Deliveroo<\/a>, a British online food delivery service in the UK, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeoutdubai.com\/news\/dubai-chocolate-deliveroo#:~:text=The%20'Can't%20Get%20Knafeh,has%20claimed%20the%20top%20spot.\">announced<\/a> that this Dubai chocolate bar had become the most popular dish globally. But what makes this simple chocolate bar so viral? To satisfy our curiosity, we scoured Talabat and Breadfast for the best local options.<\/p>\n<p>Below are the top three choices we found.<\/p>\n<h2>Recipes <strong>Abu Auf\u2019s Pistachio and Kunafa Chocolate<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_96272\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-96272\"><a href=\"https:\/\/egyptianstreets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-12-12-at-11-38-35-AM-v1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/egyptianstreets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-12-12-at-11-38-35-AM-v1.jpg\" alt width=\"1656\" height=\"1632\"  ><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-96272\">Courtesy of Abu Auf<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The first option we came across was Abu Auf, one of Egypt\u2019s largest specialty food retailers, known for their coffee and protein bars. Their pistachio and <em>kunafa<\/em> chocolate bar is priced at around EGP 200 (USD 3.95), with packaging that\u2019s just the right size (around 100 grams)\u2014not too big, not too small\u2014perfect for sharing between two people.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, the most viral moment with this kind of chocolate usually happens when you break it open, and the pistachio and kunafa ooze out. While this particular bar didn\u2019t quite deliver that level of spectacle, there was still plenty of kunafa visible when you split it. The initial bite is dominated by the <em>kunafa<\/em> flavor, which steals the show, but as you continue chewing, the chocolate and pistachio gradually reveal themselves.<\/p>\n<p>For those who aren\u2019t huge fans of overly sweet treats and prefer something more balanced, especially if you lean towards kunafa over chocolate, this is an excellent choice. It\u2019s crunchy, sweet but not overwhelming, with a perfect harmony between the chocolate and <em>kunafa<\/em>.<\/p>\n<h2>Recipes <strong>Breadfast\u2019s Kunafa Pistachio\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_96276\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-96276\"><a href=\"https:\/\/egyptianstreets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-12-12-at-11-53-16-AM.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/egyptianstreets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-12-12-at-11-53-16-AM.jpeg\" alt width=\"828\" height=\"977\"  ><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-96276\">Courtesy of Breadfast<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The second option is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.breadfast.com\/\">Breadfast<\/a>\u2019s Kunafa Pistachio chocolate bar, priced at EGP 128 (USD 2.53), which you can easily find on their app and have delivered straight to your door.<\/p>\n<p>Breadfast is another popular one-stop-shop that provides daily fresh groceries and food to your doorstep. The first thing that catches your eye is definitely the packaging\u2014bright, colorful, and bold, with the word \u2018burst\u2019 splashed across it, hinting at that viral Dubai chocolate moment where the chocolate literally bursts. However, the bar itself is too thick, so you\u2019ll need some extra strength to break it in half. Unfortunately, once you do, the <em>kunafa<\/em> doesn\u2019t quite burst or ooze out as expected.<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to taste, the chocolate takes center stage, overpowering both the <em>kunafa<\/em> and pistachio, likely because the chocolate layer is much thicker than the <em>kunafa<\/em> filling. It\u2019s also a bit on the sweet side, making it a good choice for those who aren\u2019t huge fans of <em>kunafa<\/em> but still want to enjoy a hint of it without being overwhelmed.<\/p>\n<p>You might want to store it in the fridge for a couple of days, as the chocolate\u2019s thickness makes it a bit too much to handle in one sitting. Pairing it with a cup of tea or coffee is ideal, as the warmth will help melt the chocolate, saving you from constantly biting through hefty chunks.<\/p>\n<h2>Recipes <strong>Nude Bakery\u2019s Pistachio Kunafa Cookie\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_96275\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-96275\"><a href=\"https:\/\/egyptianstreets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-12-12-at-11-51-06-AM.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/egyptianstreets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-12-12-at-11-51-06-AM.jpeg\" alt width=\"828\" height=\"1027\"  ><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-96275\">Courtesy of Nude Bakery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>While it\u2019s not exactly a chocolate bar, we couldn\u2019t resist giving it a try, especially since the image on the Talabat app looked so satisfying\u2014<em>kunafa<\/em> and chocolate melting together. The cookie is priced at EGP 120 (USD 2.37), and the packaging was quite charming, arriving in a brown paper bag. We\u2019ll give it two extra points for its eco-friendly touch, even if it\u2019s just a small, humble effort.<\/p>\n<p>The cookie itself was the perfect size\u2014ideal for a quick breakfast alongside a cup of coffee\u2014and was packed with the nutty richness of pistachio, <em>kunafa<\/em>, and wrapped in Belgian milk chocolate. This is the perfect choice for those who aren\u2019t big fans of chocolate bars, but prefer something baked and warm.<\/p>\n<p>We also loved how the <em>kunafa<\/em> blended seamlessly with the cookie; the flavors didn\u2019t feel out of place\u2014it was like enjoying <em>kunafa<\/em> with a drizzle of chocolate and pistachio.<\/p>\n<p>For the lazy days when you just want something simple yet comforting, we highly recommend the pistachio <em>kunafa<\/em> cookie. It\u2019s a great pick for when you\u2019re not feeling your best, but still want a treat to brighten your day.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/egyptianstreets.com\/2024\/12\/12\/review-trying-the-viral-dubai-chocolate-in-egypt\/\" class=\"button purchase\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Recipes One moment you\u2019re scrolling through TikTok, and the next you\u2019re searching for \u2018pistachio kunafa chocolate\u2019 on Talabat, an online food delivery app, or Google. The online food community thrives on this pattern\u2014constantly hopping from one viral trend or ingredient to the next. 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