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Sweet Tooth World Tour

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A global journey of sugar and spice, this list is your passport to the most delicious, mouth-watering desserts from every corner of the globe. From silky French pastries to bold Middle Eastern sweets, these are the treats that’ll have you booking a f...
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Japan

Japanese sweets, or wagashi, often reflect nature, festivals, or regions. Expect a balance of textures, subtle flavors like matcha, yuzu, and red bean, and super cute packaging. Even snacks and candies feel thoughtful and artistic.
 
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Matcha and mango are must-tries. Perfect bite-sized indulgence—just let them thaw a few minutes for the best texture.
Mochi ice cream
 
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Strawberry and cookies & cream are fan favorites—super snackable and Instagram-worthy.
Pocky | Now sharing happiness in 5 delicious flavors!
 
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Great warm or cold—look for ones with matcha or custard fillings too.
Dorayaki
 
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The raw, unbaked version is super soft—try the traditional red bean-filled kind.
Yatsuhashi
 
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Fish-shaped pastry filled with sweet red bean paste, custard, or chocolate. Crispy outside, soft inside.
Taiyaki
 
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Unique flavors like matcha, sake, sweet potato, and sakura are only found in Japan.
Japanese Kit Kat Flavors: The Complete List
 
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Fruity, chewy candy with a taffy-like texture.
HI-CHEW
 
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cookies with white or milk chocolate filling — premium and beautifully boxed.
Hokkaido Shiroi Koibito, 24pcs
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Soft sponge cakes with banana custard cream — often bought as souvenirs.
TOKYO BANANA
 
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Firm jelly made from red bean paste, sugar, and agar. Comes in portable bars.
Yokan: The Traditional Japanese Confection with a History of Change

Germany

Germany blends hearty cakes like kuchen with chewy gummies and buttery biscuits. Their sweets often come from long-standing family bakeries or iconic brands like Haribo and Ritter Sport — simple, satisfying, and built on tradition.
 
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A bright red berry compote, usually served with cream or vanilla sauce. Tart, sweet, and super refreshing.
Rote Grütze selber machen – einfach und schnell
 
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Keep them chilled for a next-level experience. Pairs perfectly with coffee.
Kinder Bueno
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The Oreo-filled bar is next-level sweet and crunchy.
Milka
 
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A quirky texture and a sweet nutty taste—perfect as gifts or winter treats.
Marzipankartoffeln (Marzipan Potatoes) - The Daring Gourmet
 
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They look like pastry snowballs—fun to break apart and eat.
Schneeball (Gebäck)
 
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A winter staple, especially with spices and nuts. Try the Nürnberger variety.
Einfache weiche Lebkuchen - Rezepte - Backen macht glücklich
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Chocolate sponge cake with layers of whipped cream and cherries, often infused with cherry brandy.
Klassische Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte
 
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The original gummy bears, created in Germany — still iconic worldwide.
Gummy bears - The original Goldbears since 1922
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Square chocolate bars with creative fillings like marzipan, hazelnuts, yogurt, or cornflakes.
Ritter Sport
 
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Layered “tree cake” sometimes sold in slices or mini packaged portions.
Baumkuchen selbermachen - einfaches Grundrezept
 
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Fruit-filled candy with added vitamins (kinda candy, kinda wellness).
nimm2 – Vitamins and Sweets

Argentina

Dulce de leche runs the show. Argentine sweets are all about indulgence and comfort — think gooey caramel layers, flaky pastries, and nostalgic snack brands. Everything feels homey, sweet, and best enjoyed with mate or coffee.
 
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Go for the chocolate-covered version—they melt in your mouth.
Alfajores - Havanna
 
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Less sweet than American-style cheesecake—great with coffee.
Tarta de ricota (Ricotta pie) - The argentine kitchen
 
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Super easy and nostalgic—try it chilled for the best texture.
Chocotorta recipe - BBC Good Food
 
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Silky caramel flan topped with a layer of rich, sweet dulce de leche — an Argentine twist on a classic dessert.
Dulce De Leche Flan (Caramel Flan Recipe)
 
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Creamier than Italian gelato, with standout flavors like dulce de leche granizado and malbec wine sorbet.
Argentine Helado (Ice Cream)
 
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Round chocolate-covered candy with a creamy peanut filling.
bonbon
 
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Wafer coated in chocolate with lemony cream inside — super nostalgic in Argentina.
Tita
 
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A sweet peanut-based nougat, soft and crumbly.
Mantecol | Productos argentinos | Online shop
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Layered peanut and chocolate treat, often sold in bars.
Marroc
 
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Dome-shaped chocolate filled with dulce de leche, covered in foil.
Cabsha
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India

Bold, fragrant, and packed with tradition. Indian sweets (mithai) bring in spices, ghee, and nuts with vibrant color and intense sweetness. Even store-bought options keep that festive energy. Many sweets are tied to celebrations, rituals, and family ...
 
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A healthier alternative that still satisfies the crunch-and-sweet craving.
Chikki
 
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Bright orange spirals of deep-fried dough soaked in sugary syrup. Crispy, sticky, and addictively sweet.
Jalebi
 
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Soft, spongy balls made from chhena (Indian cottage cheese) soaked in light sugar syrup. Light yet satisfying.
Rasgulla
 
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Diamond-shaped cashew fudge with a silvery leaf on top. Smooth, nutty, and perfect for festivals.
Kaju katli
 
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Deep-fried milk-based dough balls soaked in rose-scented sugar syrup.
Gulab Jamun Recipe
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Flaky, sugary sweet with cardamom flavor, available in boxes in most Indian stores.
Haldiram's Soan Papdi 500g - Indian Sweet
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Parle-G Biscuits
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Cashew fudge, often packaged in festive boxes with silver leaf on top.
Kaju Katli Recipe (Kaju Barfi)
 
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Iconic glucose biscuits, great with tea.
Parle-G
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Tamarind-based tangy candies, often coated in sugar or chili-salt.
tamarind candy recipe | imli candy | imli ki goli | imli toffee
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Belgium

Chocolate royalty with a gourmet twist. Belgium is famed for artisan chocolates and buttery cookies. Whether it’s pralines from a high-end chocolatier or a humble Biscoff biscuit, there’s a luxurious touch to everything — rich, smooth, and often gift...
 
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Smear it on toast—or just eat it by the spoonful. No shame.
Cookie butter
 
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Eat plain or with whipped cream—these are not your basic brunch waffles.
Liege Waffle Recipe | A Bountiful Kitchen
 
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Also known as “neuzekes”—unique texture, hard to find outside Belgium.
Cuberdon
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A lighter, fluffier cousin of the French macaron, these tiny meringue-based cookies melt in your mouth.
Luxemburgerli
 
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A creamy rice pudding tart from the Limburg region. Simple but deeply comforting.
Rijstevlaai
 
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Fancy boxed pralines, smooth and rich.
Leonidas | Master chocolatier - Belgian chocolate and pralines
 
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Caramelized speculoos cookies, also made into spreads.
Lotus Biscoff | Cookies, cookie butter, and ice cream
 
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High-end boxed chocolates, known for inventing the praline.
Neuhaus
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Gourmet chocolate bars in bold flavors (sea salt, orange, pistachio).
Mini Bars
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Beautiful boxed chocolates, less known than Godiva or Leonidas but premium.
DASKALIDES Chocolatier

Switzerland

Elegant, refined, and proudly chocolate-heavy. Swiss sweets are all about top-tier chocolate (often milk-based and creamy), but there are also spiced cakes and alpine flavors. Packaging is classy, and brands like Lindt or Cailler represent national p...
 
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Stick to the classic milk chocolate or try the dark version for a richer twist.
Toblerone
 
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Swiss chocolate-almond Christmas cookies with a chewy texture and a deep cocoa flavor.
Brunsli
 
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A layered cake with sponge, buttercream, and meringue, soaked in cherry schnapps. Elegant and rich.
Zuger Kirschtorte – Original-Rezept mit Kirschwasser
 
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Triangular milk chocolate with honey and almond nougat — born in Switzerland and iconic worldwide.
Toblerone, chocolate from Switzerland online
 
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Creamy, melty classics.
Chocolate Bars - Shop Our Chocolate
 
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One of the oldest Swiss chocolate brands, super smooth and rich.
Cailler
 
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Chocolate malt spread (or drink mix), very Swiss comfort food.
Welcome to Ovomaltine - Crunchy Cream | ovomaltine.com
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Swiss supermarket staple, high quality and less touristy than Lindt.
Frey | Classic Swiss Chocolates
 
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Spiced nut-honey bars from Basel, chewy and aromatic.
Original Basler Läckerli online bestellen

France

Chic, refined, and irresistibly indulgent. French sweets range from flaky pastries to dainty confections like calissons or pâtes de fruits. There’s an art to every bite, often less sugary and more about balance, texture, and presentation.
 
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Smooth and elegant with a thin icing layer—perfect with tea or after a fancy meal.
Calisson
 
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Serve warm with crème fraîche or vanilla ice cream—pure rustic comfort.
Tarte Tatin
 
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A baked dessert of cherries suspended in a thick flan-like batter. Rustic and custardy.
Clafoutis
 
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Chewy caramel sticks with jokes inside — beloved by French kids.
Carambar - carambarco
 
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Buttery biscuit topped with rich chocolate.
Biscuits petit beurre nappés au chocolat au lait Petit Ecolier LU
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Striped hard candies with fruity flavors.
Confiserie du Mont Ventoux: Berlingot de Carpentras
 
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Jewel-like fruit jellies made with real fruit pulp.
Pâtes de fruits
 
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Little shell-shaped sponge cakes, great with tea.
Our Madeleines - Discover our range of individually wrapped ...
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Portugal

Portuguese sweets often trace back to old monasteries — lots of egg yolks, cinnamon, and flaky pastry. You’ll find both rustic local favorites and stylish chocolate brands, all deeply tied to tradition.
 
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Sprinkle with cinnamon and enjoy slightly warm—pairs beautifully with espresso.
Pastel de nata
 
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An upside-down caramelized apple tart. Buttery, rich, and with a golden crust.
Tarte tatin recipe
 
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A creamy rice pudding flavored with lemon peel and cinnamon. Comfort food in a bowl.
Arroz doce cremoso
 
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An airy sponge cake, sometimes slightly underbaked in the center for a gooey core. Traditional Easter dessert.
Bolo pão-de-ló tradicional
 
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Mini cheese or milk tarts with a chewy texture and sweet flavor. Comes in lots of regional varieties.
Queijadas Recipe
 
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Creamy egg custard tarts with a flaky crust and caramelized top, often sprinkled with cinnamon.
Portuguese Custard Tarts (Pasteis de Nata) Recipe
 
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Colorful foil-wrapped chocolate in umbrella shapes — nostalgic and fun.
Milk Chocolate Umbrella
 
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Chocolates filled with Portugal’s popular herbal liqueur.
Boss Chocolates - Loja Licor Beirão
 
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Classic tea biscuit, plain but beloved.
Nacional Maria Biscuits (Bolacha Maria) 200g
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Spain

Rustic, festive, and packed with almond and honey. Spanish sweets mix Moorish influence (nuts, nougat, spices) with bold regional specialties. Many are seasonal (like turrón at Christmas), and even modern candy bars carry that Spanish flair — rich, f...
 
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Crisp on the outside, soft inside—dip generously. Great for dessert or breakfast (no judgment).
Churros | The Mediterranean Dish
 
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Try both the crunchy Alicante and the soft Jijona styles—great for holidays or gifting.
Turrón
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Melt-in-your-mouth texture. Wraps are colorful—great stocking stuffer vibe.
Polvorón
 
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A soft, spiral-shaped pastry from Mallorca, often dusted with powdered sugar or filled with cream or pumpkin jam.
Ensaïmada
 
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Traditional nougat available around Christmas — soft or crunchy, often with almonds or chocolate.
The real history of turron from Spain
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Chocolate-covered peanuts, like a Spanish take on M&M’s.
Conguitos
 
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Colorful candy-coated chocolates, super popular with kids.
Lacasitos - Diversión en un Pim Pam
 
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Wafer bars with chocolate coating, like a lighter KitKat.
Chocolate Huesitos Classic 20 g