The Dubai Bar – TikTok Made It Famous. We Made It Better.

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Sitting in pride of place on our counter in the store is the infamous “Dubai Bar”. Customers ask me all the time “What is this Dubai Bar” and the truth is that it is a virial sensation. It all started in 2021 when a Sarah Hamouda’s pregnancy craving turned into a chocolate bar, and then turned into a business. A few years later in 2023 an ASMR style TikTok blew up and turned this humble chocolate bar into an internet sensation. 

 

As we know, this chocolate bar was a hot commodity in 2023, literally no one could get their hands on this bar, therefore, consumers decided to make their own. That’s where we come in…

 

After request after request for us to recreate this viral chocolate bar, we recreated it – in our own O Chocolates way. Using our signature 54% Chocolate as the base, we used Kadafi, Pistachio Cream and Tahini to create the filling. What makes ours unique is the colouring of the Bar, a vibrant green ombre fading into the brown encasing this chocolate. This colouring makes our bars perfectly shiny and eyecatching. Not to toot our own horn, but many customers who have tried multiple versions of the “Dubai Bar” have said that because we use a 54% dark chocolate as our chocolate, it makes the bar much less sweet than its counterparts, which gives the consumer a much better chocolate experience. 

 

Over the last few months however, we have been in the kitchen playing around with new ideas and we were asked to create a Scottish version of the “Dubai Bar”. So we did as requested and have made what we have dubbed “The Better than “Dubai Bar “”. This bar comes in two variations – a luxurious Carmelised White Chocolate or the Signature 54% Chocolate, but the filling inside is the same. The filling consists of pistachio cream and crunchy candied pistachios, this is simple and effective and makes this version of the Dubai Bar gluten free, which is a win for all of you out there who can’t have the “Dubai Bar” because of the pastry filling. 

 

We hope this has helped you get a better understanding of the viral moment that the Dubai Bar and Pistachio’s – the hero ingredient are having. We look forward to seeing you down at the shop soon.

Our Team

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As a team of just three we work together to produce the highest quality chocolates, taking great care to control the quality all the way from production, right up until the point of sale. Led by company founder and head chocolatier Chris Davie, we put our all into bringing a flavour of luxury cocoa to Edinburgh.

With a passion for quality and a commitment to perfection, we aim to exemplify the artistry and dedication required to create high-quality chocolate that delights the senses.

We like to experiment with different flavour combinations, drawing inspiration from nature, culture, and also imagination. Our chocolates are infused with exotic spices, unique combinations, and fresh fruits, pushing the boundaries of traditional confectionery to create innovative and unforgettable treats.

But the true magic happens when the team comes together to handcraft each chocolate with precision and care. From enrobing fruity centres in silky chocolate shells to delicately decorating our praline bars with edible gold lustre, every step is executed with precision and passion. The result is a collection of chocolates that not only taste exceptional but also tell a story of dedication and artistry.

So the next time you indulge in a decadent piece of chocolate, take a moment to appreciate the artistry and craftsmanship that went into creating it. Behind every velvety truffle and shimmering bonbon is a small team of chocolatiers working together to bring sweetness and joy to the world – one exquisite chocolate at a time.