Sweet Map: Where To Celebrate World Chocolate Day In Manila 2025

While we've already been covering the city’s sweetest happenings for World Chocolate Day—like the immersive World Chocolate Fair at S Maison and Makati Shangri-La’s month-long chocolate takeover—there’s still plenty more going on around town. Here’s a curated list of the best bites, sips, and experiences to celebrate World Chocolate Day 2025 in and around Metro Manila.

Chocolate Croissants at Hotel Okura | Photo: Newport World Resorts

1. Sweet Stakes Are High at Newport World Resorts 

Chocolate takes center stage across Newport World Resorts with indulgent treats that range from flaky Choco Pili Croissants and Coco-Cacao Cheesecake at Hotel Okura Manila’s Yawaragi, to hot cups of heritage Tsokolate de Batirol at Sheraton Manila  and the artisanal Godél Hot Chocolate at Hilton Manila. Don’t skip the luxe Cocoa Rum Mille Crepe at Paper Moon Café or the Chocolate Custard Pie at Garden Wing Café—this is a full-on dessert circuit worth pacing for.

2. Get Flaky with the Chocolate Croissant Master Ely Salar

Croissants, but make them extra chocolatey. Pastry pro Chef Ely Salar of Patisserie Le Choux-Colat is holding a two-day Croissant Masterclass at Chocolatier’s Lab on July 16 to 17. This is where serious bakers can master lamination and chocolate-infused techniques that elevate viennoiserie into art. Come for the butter, stay for the bean-to-bar creativity.

3. Go Behind the Beans at the Godel Chocolate Factory 

Go straight to the source with a factory tour at Godel, where you’ll witness how Philippine cacao gets its glow-up from bean to bar. Expect a guided chocolate tasting, a peek at the process, and a newfound appreciation for this proudly local, award-winning brand. Check their Facebook page for the latest schedule.

4. Get Cacao-Curious at Eastwood City’s Cacao Fest 

It’s all fun and fair-trade at this multi-day fest featuring a chocolate bazaar, origin tasting workshops, and cookie-decorating stations for kids. Whether you're shopping local makers or sipping and sampling your way through the booths, Eastwood’s cacao celebration is a tasty way to kick off the chocolate holiday.

This is your curated cocoa itinerary—celebrate smart, snack often, and always say yes to more chocolate