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Zawya
9 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Al Ghurair Centre welcomes Popular Asian Specialty Store, 1004 Gourmet
New opening brings authentic Asian experiences to the heart of Deira including Korean snacks, groceries, K-beauty favourites, and exciting opening offers Dubai: Al Ghurair Centre has officially opened the doors to 1004 Gourmet, one of the most popular Asian shopping destinations, promising shoppers a taste of Korea in Dubai. Located on the Ground Floor, the store offers an authentic Asian experience for visitors to explore a variety of delicious Korean snacks, groceries, and K-beauty products, all under one roof. For customers craving a dash of gochujang, scouting the next viral skincare product to try, or simply curious about the flavours of Seoul, 1004 Gourmet is the ultimate place to go. It also features a wide selection of premium Asian groceries and lifestyle items, from Korean snacks, ramen, and Tteokbokki, to fresh produce, meats, sauces and ready-to-cook meals. To celebrate the launch, 1004 Gourmet is hosting a weekly special promotion with up to 75% off on selected items. Inside the store, Lamise Beauty, the Korean skincare boutique invites shoppers to explore a wide-range of K-beauty must-haves, from cleansers and toners to serums, masks, moisturizers and eye creams. With more than 50 sought-after brands including Tirtir, Anua, Skin1004 and Roundlab, Lamise Beauty caters to all skin types and concerns. Shoppers can enjoy a special promotion of up to 30% off on selected items, Buy One Get One offers, and special markdowns prices across bestselling skincare and makeup picks *. Adding to the experience is Seoul Street Café, a cosy casual eatery tucked inside 1004 Gourmet, serving up authentic Korean street‑style dishes and signature beverages. The café is currently running a special offer on Iced Americanos at Dh9.99, valid until 31 July. As part of the vibrant Dubai Summer Surprises 2025 '10 Dirham Dish' festivities, customers can also enjoy Mango Bingsoo and Matcha Bingsoo for just Dh10 each, available from 1 to 31 August. About Al Ghurair Centre Al Ghurair Centre, part of Al Ghurair is the first shopping centre in the GCC region consisting of a dynamic master planned residential and commercial community. Al Ghurair Centre is prominently situated in Deira, the heart of Old Dubai, and is one of Dubai's leading shopping and tourist destinations, featuring more than 270 stores, more than 50 dining and entertainment venues. Shoppers can treat themselves to a comprehensive mix of retail brands, including fashion, home décor, accessories, jewellery, local homegrown brands and much more. The Centre is a vibrant shopping hub always buzzing with events throughout the year.
Time Out Dubai
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
7 best K-Beauty shops in Dubai for Korean skincare finds
Obsessed with soothing skincare routines, clever formulas, and that luminous, just-left-the-spa glow (even after a weekend packed with brunches)? Then chances are, you're already a big fan of K-Beauty skincare, just like the rest of us. K-Beauty skincare is loved for its hard-working ingredients, budget-friendly price points, and its ability to *actually* help us reach our skincare goals. Luckily, there are plenty of dedicated stores in the city that dutifully stock all of the good stuff. From Beauty of Joseon to Medicube, here are some of the best K-Beauty stores to visit in Dubai. Glass skin, incoming. 1004 Gourmet #kbeauty ♬ Rock That Body Lumarii Remix – lumariimusic @timeoutdubai Trending K-Beauty products at discounted prices. 👀 1004 Gourmet is an Asian grocery store and it just opened a new branch at Al Ghurair Centre. Inside, there's Lamise Beauty where you'll find discounted Korean skincare and beauty products from brands like TIRTIR, Beauty of Joseon, Cosrx, Medicube and more. Plus, you can also get a free skin consultation. Will you be checking it out? #dubai Where: The Greens, Al Ghurair Centre, Nakheel Mall and Alserkal Avenue 1004 Gourmet is a beloved Asian specialty store in Dubai, best known for its authentic Korean snacks, groceries, and beauty products. The stores feature a dedicated K-beauty section stocked with best-selling brands like COSRX, Abib and TIRTIR. Whether you're after a soothing sheet mask or a pore-refining cleanser, you'll find all your skincare, make-up and hair care favourites in one place. Various locations. Beauty Korea Dubai Credit: TikTok @beautykoreadubai Where: Bur Dubai Beauty Korea Dubai stocks all your usual K-Beauty suspects, including hydrating sheet masks, plump serums and money-saving bundles. Look out for their epic clearance sales too, for even bigger skincare savings. Open daily, 10am-9pm. Al Maha Building Grd Floor, Bur Dubai, (050 969 3232). Gold Apple (Credit: Supplied) Where: Mirdif City Centre Gold Apple is essentially a one-stop shop for all things beauty and is home to over 1700 products, including make-up must-haves, viral fragrances, premium skincare and a bumper collection of affordable Korean beauty brands. Open daily 10am – midnight. Mirdif City Centre, Dubai, (04 226 7223). K-SECRET Where: Arabian Center, Satwa, Al Ghurair Centre, Ibn Battuta Mall, City Centre Me'aisem, City Centre Deira, Circle Mall and Barsha Heights. K-SECRET stocks over a thousand Korean products from cult brands including Laneige, Dr Jart+, Beauty of Joseon and more. As well as stocking their own K-SECRET beauty line, they also have plenty of great deals in stores. Various locations. Larine Beauty Where: Al Barsha Newly opened Larine Beauty is stuffed with all your favourite K-Beauty icons, including Medicube, Anua and Beauty of Joseon, plus cult global brands including K18 and Rhode Beauty. The store even offers free skin consultations to help you find the right products for your complexion goals. Open Mon-Fri 10am-midnight; Sat-Sun 10am-1am. Belselah Residence, Al Barsha, Dubai, @ (050 737 0834). The Face Shop Where: Mall of the Emirates, BurJuman, Al Ghurair, Mirdif, Deira City Centre, Dubai Festival City. The Face Shop are known for its clean, nature-inspired interiors, wide product selection and generous sales. Some stores also offer a free skin and hair analysis to help you determine the optimum beauty routine. Various locations. X Beauty Where: Silicon Central, DIFC Gate Avenue and Dubai Mall If you're a Korean skincare fan, then you're in luck, as this store is packed with Asian beauty products designed to leave you feeling hydrated and dewy. The stores are filled with plenty of top K-Beauty brands spanning across make-up, skincare and haircare. Stocking everything from medicube pink peptide serums to TirTir cushion foundations, it's never been easier to refresh your beauty stash. Various locations. @xbeauty_mena More in Dubai Glow up for less: Where to find affordable beauty products in Dubai How to upgrade your beauty stash on a budget 9 women's clothes shops with same-day delivery in Dubai Lots of places can get your order to you in four hours or less The best shopping malls in Dubai: Your complete guide There are so many incredible options
What's On
30-06-2025
- What's On
10 grocery stores from around the world in Dubai for the best regional shopping
One of the best things about living in Dubai is that you don't really miss home. Everything one may need to feel like they're back home is here – the people, streaming in from every corner of the world to make something of their lives; the community spaces, created by these very people to find their own; and 0f course, the food. These regional supermarkets in Dubai are bringing the best of your favourite childhood snacks, local hits and retro picks. Korea (and beyond) 1004 Gourmet This is the go-to Korean supermarket in Dubai and one of the best regional supermarkets, stocking all those delicious snacks you've seen in your K-Drama binge-watching sessions. The brand opened doors in 2008 when founders Dong Chul Shin and Juno Kim decided to open a small grocery shop in The Onyx Tower 1 dedicated to Korean food. Now, they have grown into two physical stores with a new one coming soon and an online platform that delivers across the UAE, and stocks produce from across East Asia. @1004gourmet East Asia WeMart Another amazing regional supermarket, this one might be the largest one in the is one of those one-stop-shop stops where you can shop all the best products from across Asia and grab a hearty meal at the foodcourt all in the same day. These massive, mall-like stores are located in five different areas in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, as well as offer delivery in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and Abu Dhabi. Think snacks, drinks, cooking ingredients and fresh produce. @ France Odeon Odeon's gourmet store section is what dreams are truly made of. Stocked to the top with French goods, from different kinds of chocolate, candy, crisps, spreads and condiments to fresh seafood, freshly-baked bread, cured meat cuts, cheeses, dairy products and more. They're bringing the very best of French fare to Dubai's doorstep — and not just that. Their dedicated deli meats and seafood sections serve only the freshest selection. You can even pick your seafood on the spot. If you want it, they've got it. @odeondubai South Africa Hyperama @hyperamauae India Adil Every desi expat will know – Adil is the go-to for all Indian mothers. From iconic biscuit brands to local instant noodles, canned juices, Indian chocolate brands, the most obscure spices, candies, lentils, pulses, grains and more, this is a hotspot for all things Indian produce. They even offer in-store services like freshly grinding grains into powders. Adil is a super popular chain in the UAE and has loads of branches, with some prime locations in residential areas. @adil_supermarkets Pakistan Pakistan Supermarket Bringing all the best Pakistani products, this chain has a few branches across the city, and even an online platform with delivery. They stock more than 100 Pakistani brands, fruits, vegetables, meat, bakery products, cultural items, clothes, sports items and much more. You can find their stores in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and Al Ain, serving the massive community of Pakistani expats in Dubai. Bonus: if you're looking for some good mangoes during the mango season, this is the spot to check out. @pakistansupermarket UK Waitrose Everyone knows Waitrose — and for good reason. Long associated with the luxe grocery crowd, both here in Dubai and back in the UK, it's a go-to for premium picks and familiar British staples. From crisps, chocolates, and dairy to fresh produce and Waitrose's own-label goodies, they've got your cravings covered. Prefer to skip the trip? Their online store makes it easy to shop and have everything delivered straight to your door. @waitroseuae Australia Jones The Grocer Launched in Australia back in 1996, Jones the Grocer has grown into a beloved hybrid of gourmet grocery store, artisan café, and fully stocked cheese room. A go-to for foodies, it's known for its impressive selection of cheeses, deli meats, and all the essentials for building a next-level charcuterie board. You'll also find a curated range of gourmet and private-label products, because quality is non-negotiable here. And of course, it's not just about what you take home. Jones remains a firm favourite for dine-in meals, whether you're after a leisurely breakfast, a quick lunch, or a cosy dinner. @jonesthegrocer Sweden IKEA Everyone knows IKEA as the ultimate destination for affordable furniture, but it's also a low-key haven for Swedish snacks and pantry staples. Beyond decking out your home, IKEA stocks a wide range of Swedish chocolates, biscuits, crisps, dairy products, and its own line of IKEA-branded treats you can grab in-store. And let's not forget the IKEA restaurant, a cult favourite in its own right, best known for those iconic Swedish meatballs (with gravy and lingonberry jam, of course). Sweden in a shopping trolley? Pretty much. @ikeauae Italy Eataly If you're looking to shop gourmet Italian produce, look no further than Eataly. At their branch at Pavilion at the Beach, you'll find both a licensed restaurant and a retail market, packed with produce that means you can recreate La Dolce Vita at home in your own kitchen. There's a walk-in cheese room stacked with fragrant fromage, a venchi chocolate concession where you'll get your hands on rich sweet treats, and thanks to a collaboration with MMI, you can even purchase a bottle of vino to pair with your produce. @eatalyatthebeach Images: Socials
