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What's On
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Sweet tooth: A Festival of Cake is coming to Dubai
Dessert lovers assemble… There's a festival dedicated to cake and desserts coming to the UAE and the What's On team just might be the first people there… Expo City Dubai recently announced The Festival of Cake, which is to take place later this year. The sweet event will run from November 28 to December and is organised in collaboration with TGP International. Visitors to the festival will get the chance to experience an array of culinary experiences centred around sweets and pastries from across the world. Yum… Taking place at Expo City Dubai, the Festival of Cake, an extraordinary five-day, multi-sensory event promises a unique experience dedicated to the joy of baking, blending fun, education, and incredible handcrafted sweet treats. You'll be able to watch celebrity chefs, meet emerging bakers, try some delicious treats and and have a lot of fun with lots of baking activities, activations, competitions, entertainment and there's even a giant sprinkles pool. A highlight of the event is the Festival of Cake Bake-Off with a chance for everyone to showcase their baking talents on a global stage, so if you're a competent baker, this might be your chance… With some big names already confirmed—including Canadian baking sensation and TV host Anna Olson; Claire Clark MBE, a master pâtissier recognised as one of the world's top pastry chefs; Kimberly Lin, formerly of Claridge's and Dominique Ansel Bakery; and Markus Bohr of Harrods, the event is an unmissbale one for cake, dessert and confectionary lovers. The Festival of Cake could be Dubai's next big thing… There are lots of fun events taking place in the UAE this year, whether it's gigs you're into, musicals, or comedy. > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Khaleej Times
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Expo City Dubai is getting a Festival of Cake this year
Who doesn't love a good cake? We know we do. Which is why we'll be heading to Expo City Dubai this year for The Festival of Cake. Organised in collaboration with TGP International, the festival will run from November 28 to December 2 and centre around sweets and pastries from across the world. The five-day event will bring together amateur bakers, celebrity chefs, families, and cake lovers. It will feature bake-offs, dining experiences, celebrity chef appearances, baking and cake-themed activities, a giant sprinkles pool, entertainment, and competitions. With renowned names already confirmed—including Canadian baking sensation and TV host Anna Olson; Claire Clark MBE, a master pâtissier recognised as one of the world's top pastry chefs; Kimberly Lin, formerly of Claridge's and Dominique Ansel Bakery; and Markus Bohr of Harrods—the event is set to be the region's largest pastry and confectionery celebration. Amna Abulhoul, Executive Creative Director of Entertainment and Experiences at Expo City Dubai, said: "We are thrilled to launch our very own Festival of Cake. This festival is more than a celebration of dessert—it is a tribute to artistry, precision, and beauty. From the careful selection of ingredients to the intricate designs that transform cakes into edible masterpieces, it promises a feast for both the eyes and the palate." Simon Wright, Founder of TGP International, commented: 'As a global 360° hospitality agency, we constantly strive to create new and exciting F&B ventures that lead to unforgettable experiences for our customers. Our partnership with Expo City Dubai has allowed us to take our creativity and offerings to the next level. The Festival of Cake, with its diverse activities and strong international presence, is a testament to this successful collaboration, enabling us to bring a star-studded line-up of chefs and brands to the region.' Tickets will be on sale in September 2025.
