Where to Find Dubai Chewy Cookies in Metro Vancouver

Following the Dubai chocolate hype, you may have seen the term “Dubai chewy cookie” circulating on the internet. Contrary to its name, the Dubai chewy cookie actually originates from South Korea. What exactly is a chewy cookie? Different stores make this treat with subtle variations, but it generally features a crunchy filling of toasted kataifi mixed with pistachio paste and tahini, wrapped in a chewy, mochi-like paste and topped with cocoa powder. 

Whether you’re a trend-chaser or simply someone with a sweet tooth, you’ll likely enjoy this crunchy, chewy goodness. Here are some spots in Metro Vancouver where you can find this viral treat. 

1. Goldie’s Donuts & Bakery

This bakery specializes in fluffy donuts and offers various Korean pastries, including the popular salt bread and Dubai chewy cookies. Goldie’s version uses chewy marshmallow on the exterior and traditional kataifi filling. Pick up the chewy cookie along with one of their original offerings, the Dubai chocolate donut. 

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2. Cafe Episode

In addition to the classic Dubai chewy cookie, this Korean cafe also offers a strawberry Dubai chewy cookie, Dubai salt bread, Dubai mini cake and a Dubai whole cake. All these goodies are made with the pistachio kataifi filling you know and love. 

2891 Grandview Highway, Vancouver

3. Hannam Supermarket

The hype has spread to supermarkets as well. Hannam Supermarket is a popular Korean grocery store chain, and its bakery was among the first in Metro Vancouver to carry the Dubai chewy cookie. Pick up one to try after your grocery run.

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4. C Market Coffee

 

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Enjoy a relaxed ambiance at C Market Coffee’s newest Main Street location while enjoying a Dubai chewy cookie. Known for its spacious interior and industrial design elements, C Market Coffee offers creative drinks, treats and sandwiches. They offer an ube alternative to the original Dubai chewy cookie, made with purple sweet potato and crunchy pistachio kataifi. Try both the original and the ube chewy cookie and see which you like best. 

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5. Matcha Corner

Matcha Corner is a matcha stand located inside the 66 Dessert House storefront. They offer delicious matcha lattes (tried and true by me), and their take on the Dubai chewy cookie features a cookie butter kataifi filling. 

1150 Kingsway, Vancouver

6. Cafe Monet

If you frequent downtown Vancouver, you may have walked past this cafe. It’s usually packed with people enjoying the various asian-style baked goods and drinks. Cafe Monet offers both the classic and a matcha version of the Dubai chewy cookie. 

 568 Robson Street, Vancouver

7. Cafe Marie

This cafe is also located in downtown Vancouver. The cozy interior is inviting, with plenty of windows to let in sunlight. Cafe Marie offers a classic take on the Korean sweet treat. Grab one to enjoy with a cup of coffee. 

425 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver

8. The Baking LALA (LALA Market)

This market space sells baked goods along with other trinkets. Besides the classic Dubai chewy cookie, you can also find treats like roll cakes, macarons and scones.  

219-4501 North Road, 2nd Floor, Burnaby