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UAE Secures UNESCO Recognition for Four New Cultural Traditions

If you’ve spent any time wandering through the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood or watching the sunset over the dunes in Marmoum, you know...

By 18 Dec 2025

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December 2025, Dubai, UAE: Celebrate the magic of the festive season with Ghraoui Chocolate’s latest Christmas Collection that captures the spirit of the holidays in every beautifully crafted bite. Loved for centuries for its legacy of excellence and devotion to quality since 1805, Ghraoui presents a limited-edition assortment perfect for gifting or table dressings for those special gatherings, featuring: • Tiny Santa – Creamy white chocolate with indulgent caramelised praline • Tiny Snowman – Creamy white chocolate with crushed mixed nuts • Snowman – Creamy white chocolate • Bear Dressed as Santa – Smooth and creamy milk chocolate • Santa Claus on Scooter – Smooth and creamy milk chocolate • Santa Claus with Teddy Bear – Smooth and creamy milk chocolate • Square and Rectangle Embroidered Boxes adorned with Christmas decorations, including Christmas trees From exquisitely moulded chocolate figures dressed for Christmas to elegant gift trays and personalised boxes, each creation is artfully crafted for chocolate lovers of all ages. Wrapped in deep winter tones and adorned with hand-painted-style ornaments, pine branches, and delicate blossoms, the design captures the magic of holiday gatherings and the beauty of seasonal décor. Touches of red bows and gold accents bring warmth and elegance to boxes which make the perfect festive keepsake meant to be shared, savoured, and remembered. Made only with the finest natural ingredients including mouthwatering white chocolate and hand-crafted caramelised praline, and free from artificial additives, Ghraoui chocolates offer an authentic richness that reflects the brand’s Damascene heritage blended with European artistry. This year’s inspired Christmas collection is perfect for thoughtful gifting with bespoke packaging including embroidered boxes and seasonal sleeves, and indulgent hampers making gifting easy this festive season. In addition to the expansive chocolate collection, Ghraoui’s fruit treats are also a unique offering which celebrates the centuries old Damascene art of sweet-making. Ghouta and Pâtes de Fruits are among the many delights which transport clients back to a time when sweets were a luxury only for the elite. From the Apricot Cheesecake to the Fruit Rouges, the diverse collection offers an array of bold flavours from velvety pralines and nut-studded delights to vibrant fruit infusions.

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