At Hong Gourmet Hypermarket in Satwa, Dubai. EXPAT MEDIA

If you are hunting for Chinese New Year gifts that look festive and feel meaningful, Hong Gourmet Hypermarket in Dubai has turned its aisles into a lucky treasure trove. Located in Satwa, the sprawling Asian hypermarket is offering boxed Chinese New Year gift sets starting at Dh99, just in time for Lunar New Year celebrations. The gift sets are neatly packed and ready to present, making them ideal for visiting friends, family or business associates during the festive season. Shoppers will also find gourmet chocolates and traditional good luck charms that symbolise prosperity and happiness. One of the standout items this year is the giant Chinese gold ingot known as Yuanbao. These boat-shaped ingots were once used as currency in imperial China. Today, they are popular decorations during Lunar New Year and are believed to represent wealth, fortune and abundance. Shopping comes with a bonus, too. Customers who spend Dh150 can receive a free hotpot cooker, while stocks last. Perfect timing for those planning reunion dinners or hotpot nights at home. Walking into Hong Gourmet Hypermarket feels like stepping into an Asian foodie playground. The shelves are packed with Japanese, Korean, Filipino and Chinese snacks, including viral treats and the famous mango ice cream that has been making rounds on social media. There are exotic fruits such as durian, hard-to-find ingredients like century eggs, and rice paper for those inspired to try homemade Vietnamese spring rolls. Hotpot fans will appreciate the dedicated section filled with thinly sliced meats, fresh vegetables and sauces. Snack lovers can hunt for unique Lay’s chip flavours rarely seen elsewhere in the UAE, along with colourful fruity drinks trending online. Shoppers are advised to look out for blue sticker tags, which indicate sale items. Several Dh1 deals can be spotted throughout the store. Beyond groceries, the hypermarket also carries Korean, Japanese, Chinese and Filipino beauty products, viral toys like Labubu, and traditional trinkets often associated with good fortune. After shopping, customers can dine at the in-store restaurant, which serves dishes such as Chinese hotpot and Thai Tom Yum soup. For dessert, there is a Dh10 ice cream sundae available in mango, strawberry or chocolate. Hong Gourmet Hypermarket is more than a grocery stop. With festive gift sets from Dh99 and shelves stocked with symbolic Lunar New Year finds, it is shaping up to be one of Dubai’s go-to spots for shoppers looking to welcome the Year of good fortune in style. ICA/Expat Media
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