With Jinxia Guo, the driving force behind Hong Gourmet Hypermarket. JONATHAN YBERA/EXPAT MEDIA

Walking into Hong Gourmet Hypermarket in Satwa feels like stepping into an Asian foodie wonderland. It’s a sprawling hypermarket and dining spot rolled into one, and that’s exactly why it’s quickly becoming one of Dubai’s most exciting Asian food hubs. From the moment you enter, shelves are packed with Japanese, Korean, Filipino and Chinese viral snacks, including the famous mango ice cream everyone’s talking about. There are exotic fruits like durian, hard-to-find ingredients such as century eggs, and even rice paper if you’ve been meaning to try making those Vietnamese spring rolls you saw on TikTok. Planning a hotpot night? There’s an entire section dedicated to hotpot ingredients, from thinly sliced meats to sauces and fresh vegetables. Love chips and snacks? We found Lay’s flavours you won’t see anywhere else in the UAE. You can also grab those fruity viral drinks here. With Chinese New Year around the corner, Hong Gourmet is also offering boxed gift sets starting at Dh99. Perfect for festive gifting. Even better, shoppers can receive a free hotpot cooker with every Dh150 purchase, while stocks last. Pro tip: Look out for the blue sticker tags. That means the item is on sale. We spotted plenty of Dh1 deals tucked between the aisles. The store doesn’t stop at food. There are Korean, Japanese, Chinese and Filipino beauty products, viral toys like Labubu, and traditional good luck trinkets. After filling your basket, grab a seat at the in-store restaurant. The menu features everything from Chinese hotpot to Thai Tom Yum soup. Both packed with flavour. And yes, we tried their newest dessert: a Dh10 ice cream sundae available in mango, strawberry or chocolate. Because honestly, even when it’s cold outside, ice cream is always a good idea. Hong Gourmet Hypermarket isn’t just a grocery stop. It’s an experience. Shop, explore, then sit down and feast.  CAM/Expat Media ALSO READ: Meet the lady boss of Chinese Star Restaurant
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