This International Cake Day, Kolkata’s patisseries turn indulgence into art. From molten chocolate masterpieces to ethereal cheesecakes, each creation is a testament to craftsmanship, decadence, and unapologetic sweetness. Think glossy ganaches, nutty whispers, and fruity bursts – every bite is a statement, every slice, a celebration. In a city where tradition meets innovation, dessert has never looked this glamorous.
Paprika Gourmet offers a playground for chocolate lovers with its Eight Layer Chocolate/Vanilla Cake, a decadent symphony of textures and chocolate intensities across eight distinct layers. For those craving a citrusy twist, the Almond Orange Bundt Cake is a moist and fragrant delight that pairs nutty almonds with the bright zing of orange.
8 layer chocolate cake_Paprika
At Yauatcha, Kolkata, chocolate meets artistry. The Chocolate Pebble is a luxurious combination of single-origin dark chocolate, brownie, liquid chocolate, caramelised white chocolate, and creme fraiche sorbet – a dessert that’s as elegant as it is indulgent. For a fruity contrast, the Raspberry Delice marries raspberry dark chocolate mousse with a crunchy hazelnut insert and honeycomb ice cream, delivering textures that play beautifully together.
Chocolate Pebble_Yauatcha
For traditional Kolkata flavours, Balaram Mullick & Radharaman Mullick present bite-sized indulgence with their Chocolate Mini Pastry, featuring soft sponge layers and creamy chocolate frosting. The Dutch Truffle Pastry is a velvety masterpiece, layered with smooth truffle ganache and topped with a glossy finish that’s impossible to resist.
Chocolate Mini pastry_BRM
Burma Burma, Kolkata takes inspiration from both classic and unique flavour profiles. The Cherry Chocolate Cake combines juicy cherries with rich chocolate, while the Milk Tea Cheesecake infuses the creamy classic with fragrant milk tea, resting on a buttery biscuit base.
Cherry Chocolate Cake_Burma Burma_photo LAH_2
For those who love interactive desserts, Bonne Femme’s Belgian Chocolate Pull-Up is a chocolate lover’s dream: a cheesecake made with 100% Belgian chocolate, smothered in ganache, and revealed as you pull up the cover – pure magic in every bite.
Belgian Chocolate Pull up_Bonne Femme
Lucky Tigerr pairs the beloved Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake with fresh fruits for a comforting yet elegant indulgence, while Olive Cafe & Bar, Kolkata’s Chocolate Torte offers an intensely chocolatey, flourless delight that melts in the mouth.
Lucky Tigerr-Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake
Chocolate Torte_Olive
For classic favourites, Pinkk Sugars serves up the San Sebastian Cheesecake, a Basque burnt delight, alongside the soft, buttery Matilda Cake, perfect for those who love a traditional layered cake with creamy frosting. Meanwhile, Éloïse elevates the classic with its New York Cheesecake topped with a luscious blueberry compote.
Blueberry Cheesecake_Eloise
Gluten Free Ragi Cake_La Macario Cafe
Health-conscious indulgence finds its place at La Macario Cafe with the Gluten-Free Ragi Cake, made with wholesome ragi flour and lightly sweetened for a guilt-free treat.
Hotel kitchens are also joining the celebration. Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences tempts with Opalys Chocolate & Strawberry Crèmeux, balancing the sweetness of white chocolate with the refreshing tartness of strawberries. Over at Tess, Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata, the Chocolate Hazelnut Cake (Eggless) delights with flaky pastry, silky ganache, roasted hazelnuts, and a glossy finish – decadent yet perfectly balanced.
From classic cheesecakes to multi-layered chocolate extravaganzas, Kolkata’s cake scene proves that every slice tells a story. This International Cake Day, whether you’re a chocolate aficionado, a fruity dessert lover, or a traditionalist, the city has something to celebrate your sweet tooth.
So go ahead – indulge, savour, and celebrate the sweetest day of the year!
