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Dubai to unveil largest food hall in Middle East

Tuesday, 16 May 2023 19:14

By ARN News Staff

A food hall, spanning 70,000 square metres, and billed as the largest in the Middle East is scheduled to open in Dubai in December 2023.

The Market Island, located in Dubai Festival City Mall, will feature 53 distinct gastronomic concepts that will offer a diverse range of cuisines from across the world.

Boasting a seating capacity of over 3,500, the licensed food hall will have food stations, dedicated restaurant spaces, bars and lounges, in addition to live entertainment options.

Al-Futtaim Malls has partnered with Russia's Zemskiy Group to bring the groundbreaking F&B concept to the UAE.

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