As the festive spirit sweeps through the city, Dubai’s retail landscape has transformed into a treasure trove of inspiration for the 2025 holiday season. This year, the art of gifting in the desert is all about a mix of high-tech innovation, sustainable “green” gifts, and deeply personal touches. Whether you’re navigating the luxury corridors of The Dubai Mall, exploring the charming pop-ups at seasonal markets, or seeking out exclusive boutique collaborations, our curated guide highlights the most coveted offers across the city. From high-end timepieces and designer fragrances to bespoke hampers filled with local flavors, we’ve rounded up the best gifting opportunities to ensure your presents are as spectacular as the Dubai skyline!
1. Jones the Grocer
Offer: The “Splendidly Festive” Hamper, a signature wicker basket overflowing with artisan mince pies, spiced truffles, gingerbread men, and premium roast coffee.
Price: AED 1,199 (Entry-level “Taste of Festive” hamper starts at AED 399)
Contact Details: 800 56637
Website: jonesthegrocer.com
- Bateel
Offer: The “Midas” & “Najma” Christmas Collections — luxury gold-leafed gift boxes and wooden chests filled with gourmet organic dates and the new limited-edition Dubai Chocolate gift set.
Price: From AED 130 to AED 1,400+
Contact Details: 800 BATEEL (228335)
Websit: bateel.com
- Lush Dubai
Offer: The “12 Days of Christmas” Countdown Gift — a massive, reusable storybook box containing 12 limited-edition bath and body treats like the Snow Fairy shower gel and Golden Linseed soap.
Price: AED 525 (Individual stocking fillers from AED 45)
Contact Details: 04 560 8551
Instagram: @lushuae
- Marks & Spencer
Offer: The “Christmas Family Night In” Hamper — featuring the famous light-up chocolate boxes, musical shortbread tins, festive tea blends, and family-matching Christmas pajamas.
Price: Hampers from AED 250; Light-up tins from AED 65
Contact Details: 800 62637
Website: marksandspencerme.com
- FlowerAdvisor UAE
Offer: The “Santa’s Christmas Box” — a festive gift basket featuring a mix of seasonal Poinsettia plants, gourmet chocolates, and sparkling non-alcoholic cider.
Price: AED 320 to AED 550
Contact Details: 04 433 3010
Website: floweradvisor.com
- Evergena Gifting
Offer: The “Winter Radiance” Corporate Hamper — a premium 100% non-alcoholic gift set including plum cake, spiced chocolates, and personalized Christmas baubles.
Price: Custom pricing based on bulk; individual VIP hampers from AED 450
Contact Details: +971 55 951 8972
Website: evergena.me
- Mirzam Chocolate
Offer: The “Spice Route” Christmas Advent Calendar — 24 days of artisanal craft chocolate squares inspired by the ancient spice trade routes, wrapped in festive illustrations.
Price: AED 195
Contact Details: 04 333 5888
Instagram: @mirzamchocolate
- Bloomingdale’s Dubai
Offer: The “Best Holiday” Beauty Gift Sets — exclusive curated boxes from brands like Diptyque, Jo Malone, and Le Labo, often including limited-edition festive candles and scents.
Price: Sets from AED 350 to AED 2,500
Contact Details: 04 350 5333
Website: bloomingdales.ae
9. Aroma di Olio
Offer: A refined collection of small-batch Italian balsamic vinegars, featuring a 25-Year Aged Balsamic (AED 700), Truffle Balsamic (AED 95), and Mixed Berries Balsamic (AED 85). Personalized gift cards are also available.
Price: From AED 85 to AED 700
Contact Details: 058 557 7125
Website: aromadiolio.com
- Eataly
Offer: Gourmet Italian gift boxes wrapped in seasonal packaging with signature red bows. These collections feature artisanal treats such as premium dry pasta, sauces, truffle oils, and traditional Italian cookies.
Price: From AED 159
Contact Details: 04 330 8899 (Dubai Mall)
Website: eatalyarabia.com
- Flowwow
Offer: An online marketplace featuring a vast selection of festive hampers, including chocolate-covered fruit baskets from Nenjo and budget-friendly mini snowman baskets from FNP Cakes.
Price: Snowman baskets from AED 150; others vary
Contact Details: 058 573 5761
Website: flowwow.ae
- Lime Tree Café
Offer: Homegrown gourmet hampers filled with handmade preserves, chutneys, artisan crackers, and their signature cookies. They also offer bespoke gift sets tailored to any budget.
Price: From AED 225 to AED 1,395
Contact Details: 04 325 6325
Website: thelimetreecafe.com
- M&S
Offer: A variety of ready-to-gift “Merry & Bright” treat baskets and themed hampers such as the Swiss Gift, Belgian Gift, and Winter Wonderland collections.
Price: From AED 139
Contact Details: 800 62637
Website: marksandspencermena.com
- Risen Café & Artisanal Bakery
Offer: A signature festive hamper packed with traditional German stollen, fruit cake, mince pies, cinnamon star cookies, and spiced Cajun cashew nuts.
Price: AED 225
Contact Details: 04 879 1630
Website: risendubai.com
Navigating Dubai’s gifting scene is more than just a shopping trip, it’s an experience that celebrates the city’s unique blend of tradition and modernity. With the Dubai Shopping Festival offering massive markdowns and luxury brands launching limited-edition festive collections, there has never been a better time to find that “perfect something.” As the city prepares for the grand finale of the year, we hope this guide helps you share a little bit of Dubai’s magic with everyone on your list. Happy shopping, and may your festive season be wrapped in joy and elegance!
