Damascus is the queen of traditional Middle Eastern desserts, but lately? The city’s been spicing things up! From wacky combos to totally unexpected desserts, there’s a new wave of sweets in town that’ll make you stop and say, “Wait, what?!”
Love kibbeh? Love ice cream? Now imagine them together! This one’s a crispy kibbeh shell filled with soft, cold ice cream that surprises you in the best way. Weird? Definitely. Delicious? Even more than you’d expect!
Branches: Arnous Square – Mazzah highway- Qudsaya Suburb – Governorate Square – Barzeh Housing – Al-Assad Suburb – Town Center
Baklava… but make it a burger. Layers of crispy baklava dough, stuffed with dreamy ashta cream and loaded with pistachios. One bite and you’ll be hooked. Don’t overthink it, just try it.
Address: Damskino Mall – Big5 Mall
Ma’rouk with Halawet El Jebn: Like eating a classic halawat el jibn, but wrapped in warm, fluffy bread. Comfort food taken to the next level.
Dubai Croissant: Not your usual croissant. Stuffed with rich “Dubai-style” chocolate, it’s classy, gooey, and oh-so-good.
Address: Al-Mazza – Next to the Islamic Bank
These guys don’t mess around. Their maamoul is soft like cake, filled with gooey cheese, and coated in rich chocolate.
Address: Bab Touma – Shaalan
Sweets are getting a whole new look in Damascus. So, which one will you try first?
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