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M&S opens largest Foodhall outside UK in Dubai

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M&S is opening its largest Foodhall outside the UK at Dubai Festival City in Dubai. The store, which is set to open in December 2026, will span 15,327 square feet. It will feature the full M&S Food range, including over 3,500 core products and 500 locally sourced products, alongside new offerings like an M&S Patisserie and international flowers.

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This expansion allows M&S to offer its full range of UK products in the UAE market for the first time. The launch is described as bringing an exciting, elevated food shopping experience. Increased destination appeal in Dubai could potentially drive higher travel demand for Emirates.

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  • M&SRetailer opening the new Foodhall in the UAE
  • DubaiLocation of the new retail destination

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  • EmiratesSpeculative

    Could see higher travel demand due to increased destination appeal in Dubai

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