During our staycation at PARKROYAL on Beach Road, we wandered into Kampong Glam where I discovered Alfredo Kunafa Pistachio Chocolate. After spotting these distinctive bars in a few souvenir shops along Arab Street and Bussorah Street, I knew I had to try them.
Having bought Alfredo’s ‘no sugar added’ range of chocolates from Mustafa Centre previously, I was impressed by their decent quality and fair prices. That made me all the more eager to see how this kunafa chocolate would measure up.
What You Get for Your Money
The Alfredo Kunafa Pistachio Chocolate comes in two sizes. There’s a 100g bar for $10, but I opted for the 200g version at $15. The bar itself is quite thick, almost resembling the original Dubai chocolate from FIX Dessert Chocolatier.
The Singapore Climate Challenge
Here’s where things got messy. I left the chocolate at room temperature after bringing it home, and it turned into a gooey mess. Singapore’s hot, humid climate is brutal on chocolate, making it impossible to handle without getting your fingers covered. Straight into the fridge it went.
Once chilled, the Alfredo Kunafa Pistachio Chocolate became much easier to manage. You definitely need it firm to avoid sticky fingers.
The Taste Test
The chocolate was quite sweet, which masked much of the pistachio flavour from the filling. Don’t expect premium chocolate quality here, but it’s decent enough. I’d tried Arabian Treatz Kunafa Pistachio before, and this Alfredo version edges ahead slightly.
The real star is the filling’s crispy texture. Those shredded filo pastry bits create that unique kunafa crunch that makes this style of chocolate special. It’s what sets kunafa chocolates apart from regular chocolate bars.
Where to Buy These Chocolates
Besides the souvenir shops in Kampong Glam, you can also find Alfredo Kunafa Pistachio Chocolate from the following:
- Mustafa Centre
- VG Megastore (Shopee)
- Peridot Gift (Shopee)
Final Verdict
I’d rate this a 3.5 out of 5. Alfredo’s Kunafa Pistachio Chocolate isn’t something I’d reach for regularly, but it’s worth a try if you’re new to the kunafa chocolate craze. It gives you that signature crispy texture without costing a fortune. For anyone curious about Middle Eastern chocolate trends, this bar makes a good starting point—it’s an easy introduction to the viral dessert style that’s been all the buzz in Dubai.